Creating
Our Future
Together!
Journey
Join us on our journey to establish and grow our own Community Foundation here in Mparntwe Alice Springs. A stronger community with a shared future.
Community
A stronger community with a shared future.
A Stronger Community with a Shared Future
Together we can create a stronger community with a shared future by supporting:
Constructive communication & Conversation
Strengthening capacity & Leadership
Community & Strategic Action
What is a Community Foundation?
A Community Foundation is an independent, community-owned philanthropic organisation that operates in a specific region. It works with a range of donors … and makes grants to local organisations and initiatives, and it brings people together to build social capital and strengthen their communities by undertaking community leadership and partnership activities to address a wide variety of needs in its service area. In a nutshell: local people giving time, skills and money for community benefit.
– Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal
$100,000+ in philanthropic investments and still growing!
Constructive Communication & Conversations
Our first project was to bring a local newspaper back to Mparntwe Alice Springs. Local newspapers are vital to creating a greater sense of community and shared future. They support constructive community communication instead of destructive negative conversation. Local newspapers are balanced – reflecting both the challenges facing our community but also highlighting the many positive things that people are doing to build community.
The Mparntwe Alice Springs Community Foundation is both excited and proud to have attracted, assisted and supported the establishment of The Centralian Today with the first edition being printed on 31st August 2023.
The weekly Community Builder stories aim to promote, amplify and support the positive community action that is already taking place in Mparntwe Alice Springs.
Explore The Centralian Today
We are proud partners of The Centralian Today. So don’t be shy about exploring the newspaper and staying informed about everything happening in and around our community.
Explore Our Community
Explore the inspiring work of our dedicated community builders! Dive into their stories and see how they are making a meaningful impact in our community.
MASCF is a member of Community Foundations Australia and part of a network of 40 successful Community Foundations throughout Australia and over 1800 foundations around the world.
“When people invest in community by giving their time, talent or treasure they build their own connection to the community as well as strengthen it and progress positive change.Actions change attitudes.If we all lean in, commit and contribute we can create a stronger community and a shared future. Together.”
– Mparntwe Alice Springs Community Foundation
Testimonials & Community Thoughts
Some Support From Our Community
Rayleen Brown
As someone deeply invested in the well-being invested in the well-being of our community, I wholeheartedly support the Mparntwe Alice Springs Community Foundation. Our vision is centred around encouraging, supporting, and amplifying.
I believe in the power of bringing together the diverse tapestry of our town Aboriginal, long-time residents and newcomers alike – to collaborate and strengthen the fabric of our community. By working together, we can enhance the bonds that unite us and collectively strive to make our town a better place for everyone.
I am inspired by the progress and eager to see what more we can achieve together. I urge others to join me in supporting the Foundation and contributing to the positive transformation of our beloved Mparntwe Alice Springs.
Nathalee Carboni
I am proud to support the Mparntwe Alice Springs Community Foundation because of its transformative impact on our community. This foundation is more than just a charity; it’s a catalyst for long-term positive change. One of the key reasons I support this foundation is its unwavering commitment to addressing the unique needs and challenges of Alice Springs.
The foundation is a game-changer because it fosters a sense of unity and collaboration. By bringing together diverse groups, the foundation creates a powerful network of support. This collaborative spirit not only amplifies the impact of each project but also strengthens the fabric of our community.
In the long run, the work of the foundation will lead to a more resilient, vibrant, and inclusive Alice Springs. It is an investment in our collective future, one that promises to uplift every member of our community. This foundation is a beacon of hope, demonstrating that when we come together with a shared vision, we can achieve remarkable things. I encourage others to join me in contributing to this incredible foundation. Together, we can make a lasting difference and ensure a brighter future for Alice Springs.
Donna Digby
I’d like to give a shout out to the Mparntwe Alice Springs Community Foundation for their work in activating our local newspaper, it’s more than a paper with stories. It’s a place to read local stories and shine a line on local people creating positive change in Alice Springs and Central Australia.
The Foundation acknowledges the Arrernte people as the traditional owners and custodians of Mparntwe and the surrounding country, on whose lands we live and work. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and celebrate the important work of their current and emerging leaders.