Inspiring kindness and courage in the Limestone Coast through philanthropy
Inspiring kindness and courage in the Limestone Coast through philanthropy
Working with the community for positive change today and sustainable impact for the future
Stand Like Stone is the Limestone Coast's own community foundation, leading philanthropy in the region to deliver initiatives that support people and communities to thrive. Our grants and scholarships support people and communities in country South Australia with a connection to the region and projects that contribute to the resilience and wellbeing of the community. Funds raised by Stand Like Stone are invested to provide a perpetual and growing resource for the region, with dividends delivered to the community through our grants, scholarships and other projects. You can help us make a difference!
Ways to give
Give to an existing fund, establish a new fund, leave a gift that lasts beyond your lifetime, fundraise or partner with us. There are many ways to make a donation to support your community.
Apply for funding
From educational scholarships to community grants, explore the funding available through our foundation and find out how to apply.
Latest news
Keep up to date with all the latest news at Stand Like Stone Foundation with everything from new sponsors to developments around grants and scholarships for the people and communities of the Limestone Coast, plus updates on our exciting events.
20 years of impact celebrated at Stand Like Stone community event
Stand Like Stone Foundation celebrated 20 years of community impact at a special event at Mount Gambier City Hall.
More than 80 supporters, beneficiaries and community members joined the launch of the 2024/25 Annual Report, 2026 Back to School appeal and the foundation’s new website.
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Stand Like Stone Leads National Philanthropy Reform with New Community Charity Trust
Stand Like Stone Foundation has been nationally recognised as one of the first four community foundations to establish a Community Charity Trust under landmark federal tax reforms.
Poppy Crozier’s Legacy Endures as First Scholarship Recipient Completes Transformative Agricultural Placement
Charlie Hannemann has completed the inaugural Poppy Crozier Memorial Agriculture Scholarship, honouring a friendship and Poppy’s legacy in the Limestone Coast.
Foundation facts
Our impact in 2024/25 has been broad across the Limestone Coast and includes supporting people and communities with grants, scholarships and providing children and families with Back to School vouchers:
Village of Support: Creating a Welcoming Space for Mums
Support for monthly connection events for mums reduces isolation and fosters community through accessible play-based gatherings.
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Subscribe today to receive Stand Like Stone’s e-newsletter to stay up to date with our latest news and inspiring stories about the ways your contributions are helping to make a difference in our community. Newsletters are usually distributed around quarterly.
Our partners
Our sponsors are the backbone of our foundation, ensuring we have the necessary operational funding to continue to deliver outstanding outcomes for the Limestone Coast! Thank you to all our generous supporters.
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We acknowledge the Aboriginal people as the First Nations of these lands and waters of the Limestone Coast. We acknowledge the Elders, past, present and future, and we respect the ongoing deep feelings of attachment and relationships of First Nations people to country.
Artwork by Aunty Michelle Jacquelin-Furr depicting the waterholes, landforms and stones of the Limestone Coast.
