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Master the art of storytelling
Tasmanian not-for-profit, community organisations and social enterprises have an opportunity build their story telling capacity with an exciting new initiative.The Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) have partnered with The Funding Network to deliver free impact storytelling workshops around the state in October.It involves an in-person workshop plus an online interactive session to help you master the art of storytelling.Build confidence - learn simple, powerful techniques to talk passionately about your organisation’s mission and impact.Sharpen your message -craft a clear, compelling narrative that resonates with funders, partners and your community.Strengthen your pitch - practice in a supportive group, get real-time feedback, and...
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Master the art of storytelling
Tasmanian not-for-profit, community organisations and social enterprises have an opportunity build their story telling capacity with an exciting new initiative.The Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) have partnered with The Funding Network…
Thankyou Maddy!
The Tasmanian Community Fund Board and staff thank Maddy Way for her work as the TCF’s Intern Director in the past year.Maddy kindly provided some reflections on her time with…
Huon visit and new projects funded
The Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) Board recently spent two days in the Huon Valley to assess funding applications and spend time learning the needs and opportunities of this amazing community.Five…
Supporting local ideas through Community Conversations
The Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) is heading to the North and North-West in June to connect with local organisations through Client Conversations.This program involves a series of free, 30-minute sessions…
Upcoming grant writing workshops
The Tasmanian Community Fund, in partnership with the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) and Clubs Tasmania, is offering a series of free grant writing workshops in June for…
Project Presentation Days shine a light on community projects
The Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) recently hosted two gatherings in Campbell Town with representatives from funded organisations to check in on their project progress.These project presentation days are valuable opportunities…
TCF April Funding Announcements
In the latest round of TCF funding, the Board allocated over $1.8 million to six projects, all of which aim to break down barriers to education for young Tasmanians and…
Have you listened to our podcasts?
The Breaking Barriers, Building Futures podcast series sees our Fund’s Directors in conversation with people who bring insights, expertise and real-world experience around reducing barriers to learning for children and…
Goodbye Abi
The TCF’s board and staff wish to express their deepest gratitude to Abi Binning for her work as Client Manager.Abi’s last day working with the TCF was 17 April and…
Free grant writing workshop in Waratah!
If you are in the Waratah area and want to learn more about writing quality grant applications, come along to the TCF’s free workshop on Saturday 17 May.Whether you are…
Material Institute Kitchen Launch
Representatives from the TCF were thrilled to attend the launch of the Material Institute’s new education kitchen, located in Bridgewater at the 24 Carrot Gardens homebase.Founded in 2021, the Material…
Crewative Arts Connect showcase
Crewative Arts Connect recently held its Youth Crewative showcase and Youth Week celebration at Bucaan Community House in Chigwell.Funded by the TCF and assisted with the support of partners, Crewative…
New Podcast drops
TCF Director Ric de Santi recently recorded a Breaking Barriers, Building Futures podcast with General Manager of The Smith Family Lesley Mackay and her colleague, Team Leaders (Southern Tasmania) Ben…
Community Action Grants
Did you know that the TCF is still accepting Community Action Grant applications? This year, applications are open until December 31st.The Community Action Grants are for not-for-profit community organisations that…
Final Emerging Community Leaders Graduation
In March, the 2024 Emerging Community Leaders participants gathered to meet as a group for a final time.It was a day of mixed emotions, with a celebration of the amazing…
Strategic Initiatives Project Presentation Day
In mid March the TCF staff and Board joined seven funded organisations in Campbell Town for our first Project Presentation Day for the year.There were some familiar faces from projects…
New podcast out now!
Have you listened to our podcasts?The Breaking Barriers, Building Futures podcast series sees our Fund’s Directors in conversation with people who bring insights, expertise and real world experience around reducing…
Bequest Report asks - what will happen to your stuff when you’re gone?
In Hobart this month we co hosted an event with Philanthropy Australia and JBWere to present ‘The Bequest Report.Over 100 attendees from the no-for-profit and legal sector came together to…
Board visits Devonport
The TCF Board met in Devonport in February. It was the first official meeting with new Directors Mat Greskie, Mike Buckby and Chairperson Kym Goodes.Along with having important discussions around…
Become a Raise Mentor
Do you have two hours a week for two school terms to mentor a teenager in their school through the Raise program?The TCF is funding the mentor program in the…
Welcome new Directors
We welcome Kym Goodes as our new Chairperson. With an extensive background in social policy, research, leadership and management, Kym has held influential roles across government, private and community sectors.…
Important dates for 2025
Community Action grants ($5,000 to $50,000) will be open all year with decisions made at each Board meeting. Applications will need to be submitted by 15 January, March, May, July,…
Philanthropy though leadership
We are proud to be partnering with Philanthropy Australia and JBWere for a special event and learning opportunity – The Bequest Report - passing more than just assets.Hear from John…
Merry Christmas
The Tasmanian Community Fund Board and staff thank you for your support throughout the year and wish you a happy and safe Christmas and New Year.The Tasmanian Community Fund Office…
Dates for next year
Community Action grants ($5 000 to $50 000) will be open all year with decisions made at each Board meeting. Applications will need to be submitted by 15 January, March,…
TCF Funding Recipients December
At the December Board meeting, the Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) allocated over $1.5 million for 12 programs for community groups and not-for-profit organisations.Included in the funding is an outdoor kitchen…
Farewell Sally and Alex
Former board directors, staff and friends of the Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) gathered at the TechnoPark earlier in December to celebrate Sally Darke and Alex McKenzie’s time at the Fund…
Governance for Social Impact training
Over two days in October, two groups of non-for-profit board members and executive leaders took part in our Governance for Social Impact training in Hobart and Launceston, presented by the…
$1.5 million awarded
The Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) Board approved $1.5M of funding at the Board meeting held in Westbury in October.Funding included Strategic Initiatives and Community Action Grants.EdConnect were awarded $750,000 to…
Diversity is good for business
The Multicultural Council of Tasmania (MCOT) is preparing to host its annual Multicultural Tasmania Employer Conference on Thursday 7 November at Crowne Plaza Hobart.Now in its third year, the Multicultural…
2024 Emerging Community Leaders wrap up in St Helens
The 2024 Emerging Community Leaders participated in their last residential at St Helens in October, with the theme of ‘leading for impact and legacy.’Part of the residential was a conversation…
Meet with the TCF team
The Community Action and Connected and Educated Children and Young People grant rounds are now open and the Tasmanian Community Fund invite prospective applicants located in the North and North…
Applications Open
A reminder that we are looking for new Community Action Grant applications!If are considering a project that removes barriers to learning for young people between 8 and 19 or building…
Welcome Leanne Johannesen
We are excited to welcome Leanne Johannesen as our new client manager!Leanne has a background in community development and project management, most of it in the not for profit sector.Having…
Grant Writing Workshops
Thank you to Clubs Tasmania for hosting and the many participants who attended our grant writing workshops in September.The free workshops provided important tips and information on how to access…
Community Action Grants funded
The Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) Board awarded more than $130,000 to five organisations for Community Action Grants at the August Board meeting.Wynyard’s BIGhART has been funded to run First Foods…
Governance for Social Impact
The Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) recognise the value of building capacity at all levels across the community and we are particularly keen to support community organisations to develop and prosper.We…
Welcome Maddy!
The Tasmanian Community Fund (TCF) Board are delighted to welcome Dr Madeleine Way (Maddy) as Intern Director. Maddy commenced her Intern Director role in July and will be mentored by…