Not for profit groups are being encouraged to apply for the latest round of Stand Like Stone grant funding.

In its aim to continue to encourage and help more people become local philanthropists for the Limestone Coast community, Stand Like Stone established the ‘Friends of Stand Like Stone’ which enables any individual or organisation to support the Foundation on a number of levels.

Stand Like Stone chief executive Roger Babolka said application for the second round of funding were open until June 26.

“A key aspect of this exciting initiative was the ability to not only enable the local community support the on-going operations of the foundation, but also enable an annual grant to be given out each year, called the Friends Champion Grant,” he said.

“We’re pleased to be offering a Champion grant of up to $3200, which is open to not for profit groups located in, or providing services to the Limestone Coast.

“Full details about the Champion grant and the ‘Friends of Stand Like Stone’ program are available on our website.

“Initiatives such as the Friends of Stand Like Stone enables us to respond to the needs of the people and communities of this region, ensuring local projects receive the support they deserve.”