Monbulla School Hall Community Development
Established to strengthen not-for-profit organisations connected to the greater Penola Coonawarra region through charitable community development.
The Monbulla School Hall Community Development Sub Fund was created in 2023 following the sale of the historic Monbulla School site—originally built in 1894 and later home to the Monbulla Hall. The site had long served as a centre for learning and community connection in the Penola Coonawarra district.
To honour that legacy, the Monbulla School Committee partnered with Stand Like Stone to establish two sub funds. This fund supports the sustainability of not-for-profit organisations engaged in charitable activities within the greater Penola Coonawarra region.
Grants may assist with operational costs, program delivery, or capacity building—ensuring local organisations can continue making a meaningful impact. It reflects a commitment to community resilience and long-term support, rooted in the values of the Monbulla community.
Stand Like Stone is deeply grateful to have been entrusted with this legacy, and proud to help ensure the Monbulla School continues to serve the district in new and lasting ways.
Related 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.
Celebrating Youth Generosity Across the Limestone Coast
Stand Like Stone Foundation’s Philanthropic School Award Program launched in 2023 has become a cherished tradition across the Limestone Coast, recognising young people who embody kindness, courage and a spirit of generosity within their school communities.
Stand Like Stone Foundation celebrates it’s ‘20 Years of Giving Back’ anniversary
The Stand Like Stone Foundation has celebrated 20 years of giving back to the Limestone Coast with a luncheon attended by 170 supporters from across the region.
Charlie continues Poppy’s legacy through memorial scholarship
Agricultural studies cut tragically short by the death of Tatiara student Poppy Crozier will be continued by her lifelong friend Charlie Hannemann, following his announcement as the first recipient of a Stand Like Stone Foundation memorial scholarship in her honour.
Community giving assists 15 community projects across the Limestone Coast
Just before Christmas last year the Stand Like Stone Foundation awarded $74,374 in grants for 15 community projects that will help support the region. Projects were varied and ranged from supporting school students from the Penola area to undertake accredited driving lessons, providing relief for families in need over Christmas.
Limestone Coast students provided with a funding boost for study in 2025
Stand Like Stone announces its annual educational scholarships. With the region’s students now back to school and university, Stand Like Stone are delighted to announce that 42 scholarships totalling $87,800 have been offered to students right across the Limestone Coast.
School vouchers support Limestone Coast families
Stand Like Stone Foundation distributed over 350 Back to School vouchers in 2025, helping Limestone Coast families purchase school essentials and supporting students' confidence, dignity, and sense of belonging at school.
Explore other funds
CCW Memorial
Supporting disadvantaged students and the Millicent High School Pathways Centre through charitable grants and activities.
Keith & District Hospital Future Fund
Supporting charitable projects that benefit and future-proof the Keith & District Hospital, in honour of Mig Brookman.
Keith Area School
Supporting past, present and future Keith Area School students to pursue secondary and tertiary education.
Kingston Community School
Supporting past, present and future Kingston Community School students to pursue secondary and tertiary education.
Grant High School
Supporting past, present and future Grant High School students to pursue secondary and tertiary education.
Millicent High School
Supporting past, present and future Millicent High School students to pursue secondary and tertiary education.
Mount Gambier High School
Supporting past, present and future Mount Gambier High School students to pursue secondary and tertiary education.
Brian Page Focis on Youth
Supporting educational opportunities for young people across the Limestone Coast, in honour of philanthropist Brian Page.
Monbulla School Hall Youth Support
Established to assist young people connected to the greater Penola Coonawarra region who face financial barriers to education or skills development.
South East Disaster Relief
Supporting disaster relief and resilience-building initiatives across the Limestone Coast.
Lucindale Area School
Supporting students connected to Lucindale Area School to pursue education from early years through to tertiary study.
Limestone Coast Agri-Links Mental Health
Supporting mental health awareness and wellbeing in rural communities across the Limestone Coast.
Naracoorte Seeds
Supporting charitable projects that strengthen rural communities and outcomes across the Limestone Coast.
Poppy Crozier Memorial
Honouring Poppy’s love of the land by supporting agricultural education for Limestone Coast students.
Stand Like Stone General Fund
Supporting charitable projects and educational scholarships that benefit communities and students across the Limestone Coast.
de Nys Family Memorial
Supporting students from low-income families in the greater Mount Gambier area, in memory of Gerrit and Jansje de Nys.
Penola Coonawarra Wellbeing
Supporting charitable projects in the Penola and Coonawarra region through a lasting community legacy.
Stand Like Stone Operations
Help power Stand Like Stone’s operations so we can continue supporting the Limestone Coast—now and into the future.
Beachport
Supporting charitable projects that benefit the Beachport community and surrounding area.
Naracoorte & Districts
Supporting charitable projects that benefit the greater Naracoorte region.
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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.
