Impact

Impact

Foundation facts

Our impact in 2024/25 has been broad across the Limestone Coast and includes supporting people and communities with grants, scholarships and providing children and families with Back to School vouchers:

20
Grants awarded
34
Scholarships awarded
$409,904
Total charitable support
$98,800
Total educational scholarships
1,160
Students supported by Back to School Program
20
Grants awarded
34
Scholarships awarded
$409,904
Total charitable support
$98,800
Total educational scholarships
1,160
Students supported by Back to School Program

News

Keep up to date with all the latest news at Stand Like Stone Foundation with everything from new sponsors to developments around grants and scholarships for the people and communities of the Limestone Coast, plus updates on our exciting events.

Celebrating Youth Generosity Across the Limestone Coast
December 13, 2024

Celebrating Youth Generosity Across the Limestone Coast

Stand Like Stone Foundation’s Philanthropic School Award Program launched in 2023 has become a cherished tradition across the Limestone Coast, recognising young people who embody kindness, courage and a spirit of generosity within their school communities.

Viterra Initiative for the inaugural Poppy Crozier Memorial Agriculture Scholarship
November 1, 2024

Viterra Initiative for the inaugural Poppy Crozier Memorial Agriculture Scholarship

A unique partnership between the Stand Like Stone Foundation and Viterra will bring new opportunities for students within the Limestone Coast looking to study courses relating to the Agricultural sector.

Stand Like Stone Foundation celebrates it’s ‘20 Years of Giving Back’ anniversary
November 1, 2024

Stand Like Stone Foundation celebrates it’s ‘20 Years of Giving Back’ anniversary

The Stand Like Stone Foundation has celebrated 20 years of giving back to the Limestone Coast with a luncheon attended by 170 supporters from across the region.

Local Stars shine brightly in Swinging with the Stars 2024
June 22, 2024

Local Stars shine brightly in Swinging with the Stars 2024

Our annual charity fundraiser, Swinging with the Stars, raised over $130,000 for the Stand Like Stone Foundation at the event last Saturday night.

Kellie Nobes and her dance partner Jayden Green win Swinging with the Stars 2023!
June 18, 2023

Kellie Nobes and her dance partner Jayden Green win Swinging with the Stars 2023!

Stand Like Stone’s annual charity fundraising event for the Limestone Coast, Swinging with the Stars, raised just over $110,000 for the foundation.

Success stories

We were founded to deliver positive outcomes as part of the Limestone Coast community. Read some of our inspiring success stories by clicking on the options below.

October 21, 2025

Full Circle: Jess Pays It Forward Through Stand Like Stone

Former scholarship recipient Jess Tresidder is giving back to the Stand Like Stone Foundation so other young people can benefit from the community foundation’s support.

September 1, 2025

Village of Support: Creating a Welcoming Space for Mums

Support for monthly connection events for mums reduces isolation and fosters community through accessible play-based gatherings.

October 18, 2024

Poppy's legacy: Croziers devote rural scholarship to their daughter

Following the tragic loss of their daughter Poppy, the Crozier family launched a memorial scholarship supporting rural students in agriculture, honouring her memory and the community that supported them.

September 9, 2024

Shed happens – Eight years on, banter rules at Robe Men’s Shed

Fuelled by coffee, conversation, and community spirit, the Robe Men’s Shed offers a welcoming, no-pressure space focused on connection and mental health—made possible with support from Stand Like Stone.

August 30, 2024

'Full of heart': The community choir with a big impact

Born from a desire to build connection through music, the Coonawarra Community Choir fosters joy and belonging—supported by a Stand Like Stone grant that helped them grow, sing, and shine together.

August 24, 2024

20 Years of Giving Back – Stand Like Stone Foundation celebrates milestone anniversary

Stand Like Stone show how even small gestures—like a $50 voucher—can create powerful, lasting change.

Reports

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We acknowledge the Aboriginal people as the First Nations of these lands and waters of the Limestone Coast. We acknowledge the Elders, past, present and future, and we respect the ongoing deep feelings of attachment and relationships of First Nations people to country.

Artwork by Aunty Michelle Jacquelin-Furr depicting the waterholes, landforms and stones of the Limestone Coast.