Powering community ideas

Our story

Local Impact began as the Inner West Community Foundation in 2019.

Directors of the Foundation recognised there was an opportunity to deliver real impact using collective professional skills, experience and local insights to power community ideas in the Melbourne’s inner west.

We have been successful in attracting funds and grants from all levels of government, philanthropic organisations, and local businesses to help establish our social enterprises. We are particularly grateful for the continuing generous support of the Community Bank Seddon.

This funding, complemented by Local Impact’s wrap-around services, amplifies the delivery of our community’s programs. These programs in turn add skills, volunteering opportunities, and environmental and employment benefits to our community.

Our purpose

To build community resilience and sustainability by strengthening organisations that make a difference in Melbourne’s West.

Our vision

A thriving, sustainable, well-connected, and resilient Western Melbourne that proudly showcases its diversity and strength.

Our mission

To deliver meaningful connections, impactful education, and professional support services that strengthen our community.

Our pillars

Local Impact builds community resilience and sustainability through three interconnected pillars: Connection, Education and Support.

By addressing community needs holistically, we create meaningful opportunities and sustainable outcomes that strengthen organisations and our community fabric.

Connection

We create spaces where  community leaders, organisations, and businesses come together. Through events, gatherings, and networking opportunities, we build relationships that strengthen our community and spark collaboration.

Education

We design practical learning programs that equip people with essential skills and knowledge. From financial literacy to governance, social enterprise to fundraising, our education initiatives create pathways to opportunity and economic participation.

Support

We provide professional services that help community organisations operate effectively. Our services—including bookkeeping, human resources, marketing, grant writing and strategic guidance—enable  mission-driven leaders to focus on what matters most: creating impact.

Connection. Education. Support.

Our values are the heart, soul and centre of Local Impact.

These values signify the essence of our shared purpose. We grow community ideas through connection, education and support.