Roots of Change is a storytelling platform dedicated to the Alumni community of The Funding Network Australia. Here we share their stories of ingenuity, courage, determination, spirit, growth and the impact these grassroots organisations have had, as a direct result of funds and support received from The Funding Network community.

Australian Refugee Volunteers

Australian Refugee Volunteers

Australian Refugee Volunteers (ARV) is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children and families from asylum seeker and refugee backgrounds who are now part of the Australian community

Australia Refugee Volunteers (ARV) is a volunteer-run not-for-profit organisation based in Sydney, Australia. The main objective of ARV is to improve the lives of children and families from asylum seeker and refugee backgrounds.  ARV programs provide essential recreational and developmental opportunities for children, families and adults which ease loneliness and isolation and improve physical and mental health.

2025 Pitch

Funds Raised: $95,700

Pitched at Thriving Young People 2025 event for support to expand the number of clients they can support, enhance program offerings and diversify curriculum and thirdly, extend program days. 

Learn more about Australian Refugee Volunteers

https://www.arvolunteers.org/

Supporting Sustainable Development Goals:

Grow The Future

Grow The Future