Penny Mulvey
3 March 2025
The Melbourne Anglican Foundation has approved $104, 023 in funding across 16 parishes in the Melbourne diocese after its inaugural Youth Grants Round drew countless applications.
MAF launched the Round in July 2024, and the response from parishes eager to launch and develop innovative youth programs exceeded its expectations.
Development Manager Nathan Oliver said the team was greatly encouraged by how inventive parishes had been as they reflected on the kind of programs they wanted to offer their youth.
He said the Round had presented an opportunity for MAF to meet new parishes, and see the work they were doing to support young people.
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MAF chair Carolyn Clark said this first Youth Grants Round highlighted how strategic, focused initiatives could deepen relationships and unlock new potential for impact across the diocese.
“We’re excited to see these youth-driven projects come to life and are looking forward to fostering the connections and collaborations that have begun,” she said.
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