The Ulladulla based Dunn and Lewis Youth Development Foundation is to receive a Rural Community Grants from the Westpac Foundation.
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The Westpac Foundation aims to provide 100 regional organisations that provide employment, education, and training support for some of Australia's most vulnerable people.
The Dunn and Lewis Youth Development Foundation met the requirements and will receive $100 000.
Westpac Foundation awarded grant in partnership with the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR).
The Dunn and Lewis Youth Development Foundation's mission is to assist young people to live their best lives by creating opportunities that enhance their social and emotional wellbeing.
This is achieved through program development and hosting of outreach services.
Gayle Dunn, Director, The Dunn and Lewis Youth Development Foundation, said the grant was much appreciated:
"We're so pleased to have been chosen as a recipient of a Westpac Foundation Rural Community Grant," she said.
"This will help us to purchase learning materials, equipment and PPE to ensure we're able to further enhance training opportunities for young people in our local community to help them find and gain employment."
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Susan Bannigan, Chief Executive Officer, Westpac Foundation said the rural grants have been designed to provide assistance for those in rural areas who have faced a particularly challenging year.
"Supporting organisations focused on employment, education and training is at the heart of our strategy, and by partnering with FRRR, this has enabled us to leverage their expertise in rural, regional and remote areas and extend our reach to help these communities in need," Ms Bannigan said.
Natalie Egleton, Chief Executive Officer, FRRR said:rural and regional communities play a vital role in Australia's prosperity and vibrancy.
"They are facing continuing challenges to growth and development - from drought, to bushfires, to floods, and now COVID-19," Ms Egleton said.
"Targeted financial support for education, training and employment pathways is critical during these times, particularly for vulnerable groups.
"Through the Rural Community Grants program, FRRR and Westpac Foundation are proud to back local groups to improve the opportunities within their communities so they can continue to prosper."
In addition to funding, all grant recipients receive pro bono support and access to leadership development programs, legal support, and financial capability training via Westpac's Changemaker program.
