Trusts, funds and foundations

One of the ways Rio Tinto and its businesses engage with communities is through the establishment of trusts, funds and foundations - developed to address issues and challenges of joint concern.  We implement a wide range of programmes covering issues such as health, education, conservation and community, social and economic development.

These initiatives are in addition to the community relations responsibilities of Rio Tinto businesses. All Rio Tinto managed activities, projects and businesses are required to develop locally designed community relations programmes that include long-term plans, baseline community assessments, consultation procedures, community assistance and cultural heritage programmes.

Rio Tinto's trusts, funds and foundations include:

Coal & Allied Community Trust, Australia
Controlled by the community, the trust has created many new and exciting opportunities for New South Wales' Upper Hunter Valley since its launch in 1999.

Kennecott Utah Copper Visitors Centre Foundation, US
Entrance fees to the visitor centre overlooking the giant mine are donated to charitable causes in Salt Lake City.

Palabora Foundation, South Africa
The foundation was established in 1986 and is the sustainable development arm of the Palabora copper mine in South Africa.

Rio Tinto Aboriginal Fund, Australia
Established in 1996, the Fund establishes and supports programmes that build status and capacity in Indigenous communities. 

Rio Tinto Aluminium Fund, Australia
The Rio Tinto Aluminium Community Fund was established in 2002 to support community-initiated projects that will bring lasting benefits to the community.

Rio Tinto Coal Australia's community development funds, Australia
Rio Tinto Coal Australia's community development funds address critical issues determined through consultation with local communities surrounding our Queensland operations - Blair Athol, Tarong, Kestrel and Hail Creek.

Rio Tinto Community Investment WA, Australia
Rio Tinto in Western Australia supports a wide range of programmes across the state, in partnerships with the public, private and community organisations which aim to build a stronger and more sustainable community.

Rio Tinto Foundation for a Sustainable Minerals Industry, Australia
An agreement with the Australian Government that manages research and technical progress on sustainable development issues.
 
Rössing Foundation, Namibia
The foundation operates community and economic development programmes in the region of the Rössing Uranium mine.