At Optus, we're all about connecting people to possibilities. It's what we do best. The 'yes' Optus Community Grants program is part of our commitment to building better communities across Australia. Since 2008, we’ve provided over $550,000 and helped over 108 organisations to support Australians.
Optus will again provide support for communities through our Community Grants program in 2012. Please register your interest in this program below and we will update you with information about the program, and let you know when applications are open.
At Optus, we have highlighted some priority areas for our community investment, where we believe as a leading telecommunications company we can make the most difference in the community.
Building Social Inclusion:
- By providing access to communications
Providing access to communication for individuals or groups that are currently excluded is one way that Optus can make a significant contribution to society and help overcome the barriers of distance and disadvantage.
- By connecting disengaged communities
Supporting local community organisations and initiatives that help build and strengthen their capacity to deliver services that have a positive social impact for Australians in need.
Supporting disengaged youth:
- By improving their education, life skills and knowledge
Helping disadvantaged young people improve their eduction, life skills and knowledge is key to changing their future and helping them to reach their full potential in life. Improving disadvantaged youth with their education will also help in providing more employment opportunities which benefits the local economy.