A CHARITY which supports struggling families has received a $10,000 grant to continue its work.
Mums Supporting Families in Need was awarded $10,000 through the Frankston Charitable Fund’s 2025 Community Connection Grants to provide essential material aid to families fleeing domestic violence. The other recipients were BAM ARTS INC ($9000), Pets in the Park Inc ($9000), First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing ($5000), McClelland Sculpture Park & Gallery ($5000), and Scouts Victoria ($5000)
Frankston Charitable Trust committee chair Abby Foster said “I’m proud to see this year’s grants go to organisations making a real difference in our community.” “These grants reflect our shared belief that when we invest in local people and projects, we strengthen the heart of Frankston,” she said.
The Frankston Charitable Fund is a charitable fund account of the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation. It is overseen by a committee of management – Frankston mayor Kris Bolam, councillor Cherie Wanat, and three community members serve on its committee. Wanat said “these grants are more than just funding – they’re about investing in hope, resilience, and connection, and we’re pleased to continue supporting those who stand beside our most vulnerable in the community.”
Wanat recently presented a $30,000 cheque to the committee on behalf of council as part of the $1.7 million cost-of-living support package in its 2025/2026 budget.
To apply for future grants visit frankston.vic.gov.au
First published in the Frankston Times – 22 July 2025