Philanthropy is partnering with the federal government to develop a national, independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the needs and aspirations of local communities and addressing entrenched disadvantage.

This article was originally published on Philanthropy Australia’s website.

Systemic disadvantage is being targeted by a joint philanthropic and federal government investment to develop a national not-for-profit organisation designed to help the needs of local communities.

This article was originally published in the National Indigenous Times.

The Federal Government will co-invest $19.3 million over five years to establish PLACE.

This article was originally published in The Sector.

Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth and Treasurer Jim Chalmers announced PLACE this morning at Our Place at the Carlton Learning Precinct, together with representatives of philanthropic funders and community practitioners.

This article was originally published in The Mirage.

The Commonwealth will spend almost $20 million over five years to establish Partnerships for Local Action and Community Empowerment, which will help design and deliver programs that address issues like youth development, health, education, employment and youth justice.

This article was originally published in The Daily Mail.

Federal funds being used to provide more localised support to disadvantaged people will help make Australia fairer, the treasurer says.

This article was originally published in The Daily Liberal.

The Australian Government has joined with leading philanthropic foundations to support the establishment of a new national centre for place-based work in local communities across Australia.

This article was originally published in The National Tribune.