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For close to 100 years, Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation has made a real and lasting impact on the big challenges facing Greater Melbourne.
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Homelessness & Affordable Housing
Inclusive, Sustainable Economy & Jobs
Healthy & Climate Resilient Communities
Generous Melbourne
Environment & Sustainability
Initiatives
Affordable housing challenge
Energy efficiency & climate resilience
Climate Change Resilience in the West
Hot spots
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Open a Charitable Fund Account
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High impact project collaboration
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Youth in Philanthropy
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Work Integration Social Enterprise (WISE) Grant
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For Purpose Impact Accelerator Hub Launches
Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation officially opened its new For Purpose Impact Accelerator Hub on Wednesday 15 November 2023, welcoming donors and grant partners to join in the launch celebrations.
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Foundation farewells CEO Dr Catherine Brown OAM
Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation Chief Executive Officer Dr Catherine Brown OAM will leave her position as CEO after 12 years leading the organisation.
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Sharing a positive narrative
Changing to a positive, evidence-based narrative about the benefits of a fair and fast climate transition is an opportunity for philanthropy.
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Notice of 100th Annual Meeting
The 100th Annual Meeting of Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation will be held on Thursday 26 October 2023.
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For Purpose Impact Accelerator Hub Launches
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Foundation farewells CEO Dr Catherine Brown OAM
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Sharing a positive narrative
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Notice of 100th Annual Meeting
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