Annual Report
2023 - 2024


A brighter future for all in Greater Melbourne

Year in review

Creating a community of social changemakers who are courageous and innovative in addressing Greater Melbourne’s social issues and environmental challenges.

Looking forward to the future

A message from the Foundation's Chair, Janina Gawler.

Effective giving to support real change

A message from the Foundation's Chief Executive Officer, Peter Walton.

Walking alongside First Nations

Strengthening our commitment to reconciliation; continuing to support First Nations-led and partnered projects.

Creating a vibrant for‑purpose community

For Purpose Impact Accelerator Hub launched in November 2023 and has welcomed hundreds of people since.

Our social impact

Addressing pressing social issues affecting Greater Melbourne today; driving positive social change for tomorrow.

Strengthening community resilience

Working with priority communities and neighbourhoods on climate resilience.

Supporting social justice in housing for women

Ensuring women have the agency and resources to stay safe and housed.

Supporting people in safe and secure jobs

Addressing cost of living and climate pressures through social enterprise and influencing economic policy.

Building sector capacity

Ensuring that the charitable sector remains strong and can adapt to changing demands.

Our giving community

Making a positive difference to people, places and causes that matter.

Giving together, forever

Charitable Fund Accounts bring together individuals, families and organisations wanting to make a positive difference.

Celebrating the collective legacy and generosity of our donors

Swanson Society honours valued donors who have included a gift in their Will to the Foundation.

Strengthening neighbourhoods

Community Charitable Funds enable communities to collectively fundraise, support local charities and strengthen connection.

Partnerships for change

Foundation Appeals, like GIVE Melbourne, encourage the community to unite for a common cause.

Celebrating giving

Learn more about the people and programs enriching our community.

Fifty years of giving

Honouring Frank Sims' lifetime of giving and community service.

Engaging students with community philanthropy

Youth in Philanthropy empowers students to make meaningful, positive impact on the world around them.

Celebrating a decade of Impact: Melbourne Women’s Foundation

Initially launched with the Foundation's support, Melbourne Women’s Foundation marked its 10th anniversary.

Celebrating Eldon Foote QC and Anne Foote

Unparalleled generosity continues to have significant impact on Greater Melbourne and across Australia.

Finance and governance

Our corpus has been built up over a century through bequests and gifts during the lifetimes of many committed donors.

Finance and Board report 2024

Download the Finance and Board report.

Board of Management

Learn about the members of the Board.

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