Since 2000, the Gardiner Foundation has been investing in change that benefits everyone in the Victorian dairy industry, helping to create places where people want to live, work and invest. We welcome opportunities to work with people, communities, businesses and organisations to make this happen.
Nuffield Farming Scholarship
Gardiner offers funding for one Victorian dairy farmer to join the Nuffield Farming Scholarship program. It is an opportunity to gain a global perspective on agriculture and food and fibre production. Applications are now open and close on May 31 2024. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed during July and August.
Latest News
Our latest media releases, articles, stories and events
Supporting Wellbeing in Regional Communities
A new research project led by the University of Canberra, with support from the University of Southern Queensland and funding from Gardiner Foundation, aims to help regional leaders integrate wellbeing into decision-making.
Gardiner Foundation award tertiary scholarships to eight Victorian students
Eight students from Victorian dairy regions, commencing their first year of tertiary study in 2025, have been honoured with scholarships from the Gardiner Foundation.
New trial seeks to help farming communities get Back on Track
Recruitment is now open for farming community members in three key dairy farming regions across Victoria to take part in a free trial of a peer-guided, model of mental health support.