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FRRR CEO Natalie Egleton
(Photo: Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>February 7, 2019<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Foundation for Regional and Regional Renewal and CCI Giving are inviting applications to support projects that improve mental health in rural communities.<\/p>\n

The “In A Good Place” grants program offers grants of up to $20,000 from an annual pool of $200,000 and is funded by CCI Giving, the charitable arm of Catholic Church Insurance, and administered by FRRR. <\/p>\n

As part of a five-year partnership between CCI Giving and FRRR $100,000 is available in this funding round. <\/p>\n

It is based on a shared belief in the importance of rural communities, along with a commitment to strengthen mental health and well-being in these communities.<\/p>\n

The program offers grants for community-driven initiatives that reduce social isolation, expand participation and connectedness, and increase help-seeking for people in rural communities who are at risk of, or experiencing, mental health issues.<\/strong><\/p>\n

CCI Giving director Roberto Scenna said the program’s opening was timely, especially as drought and other challenges were taking a toll on the land and the communities that call it home.<\/p>\n

“It\u2019s imperative that people work together to support one another,” he said.<\/p>\n

“These grants can be a way to develop stronger, more resilient communities by implementing local solutions to local issues. CCI Giving is proud to be facilitating assistance like this via FRRR.”<\/p>\n

FRRR CEO Natalie Egleton said mental health support services were always in high demand.<\/strong><\/p>\n

“Many people living in rural and regional Australia can put on a good front, even when they are doing it tough,” she said. <\/p>\n

“Even those that recognise they need help often can’t readily access the right resources when it comes to their mental health.<\/p>\n

\u201cThat’s why grants from ‘In A Good Place’ are so important. They can help ensure access to the right resources and services, when people need it, and without them having to leave their support-networks.”<\/p>\n

The inaugural 2018 round of the ‘In a Good Place’ program supported 14 groups to carry out projects including counselling and response training, youth projects aimed at building resilience, and community healing events.<\/p>\n

For the latest round, applications have been invited from organisations delivering inclusive, responsive and local solutions that will enhance people\u2019s mental health and build social connections. <\/p>\n

FRRR expects this will be a highly competitive program and recommended potential applicants contact FRRR to discuss the suitability of their project before applying. <\/p>\n

Priority will be given to initiatives that:<\/strong><\/p>\n