Flood relief
Media release
1 February 2010
Grants target flood-affected groups that missed out
Not-for-profit groups excluded from accessing government flood relief grants will be the target of funds available through the National Seniors Foundation Trust’s (NSFT) 2011 grants program.
NSFT has been providing grants to non-profits for more than 23 years.
This year the Foundation is offering grants to non-profit organisations that support or provide services for seniors focussing on non-profits in flood affected areas.
National Seniors Foundation Trust manager Karen Furnivall said grants of up to $5000 were available.
“We have heard that a number of charities will have to cut other essential services due to urgent demand created by the effects of the flood,” Furnivall said.
“We don’t think seniors should suffer any more than they already have so that’s why we are encouraging not-for-profit groups that help seniors to put in an application.
“In times of crisis and disaster, non-profit organisations are the lifeblood of our communities providing food, shelter to the homeless and emotional support to those in need.”
Ms Furnivall said there had been a lot of negative press about charities missing out on the grants.
“It’s a real shame these groups have missed out. We don’t think it’s good enough so that’s why we are leading the way in offering these grants.”
Closing date for grant applications is 30 April 2011.
Applications need to be endorsed by your local National Seniors Australia branch.
To apply or make a donation contact Karen Furnivall on 1300 88 37 52.
1 February 2010
Grants target flood-affected groups that missed out
Not-for-profit groups excluded from accessing government flood relief grants will be the target of funds available through the National Seniors Foundation Trust’s (NSFT) 2011 grants program.
NSFT has been providing grants to non-profits for more than 23 years.
This year the Foundation is offering grants to non-profit organisations that support or provide services for seniors focussing on non-profits in flood affected areas.
National Seniors Foundation Trust manager Karen Furnivall said grants of up to $5000 were available.
“We have heard that a number of charities will have to cut other essential services due to urgent demand created by the effects of the flood,” Furnivall said.
“We don’t think seniors should suffer any more than they already have so that’s why we are encouraging not-for-profit groups that help seniors to put in an application.
“In times of crisis and disaster, non-profit organisations are the lifeblood of our communities providing food, shelter to the homeless and emotional support to those in need.”
Ms Furnivall said there had been a lot of negative press about charities missing out on the grants.
“It’s a real shame these groups have missed out. We don’t think it’s good enough so that’s why we are leading the way in offering these grants.”
Closing date for grant applications is 30 April 2011.
Applications need to be endorsed by your local National Seniors Australia branch.
To apply or make a donation contact Karen Furnivall on 1300 88 37 52.
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