Canberra Grammar School Foundation
The Canberra Grammar School Foundation is an Australian nonprofit organisation (ABN: 14788967989RR0001) established to support Canberra Grammar School (CGS) through fundraising initiatives. It focuses on providing scholarships for Indigenous students, merit-based bursaries, and funding campus development projects[1][4].

Mission and Objectives

The Foundation's mission centers on advancing equitable access to education by funding scholarships that enable students from diverse backgrounds to attend CGS. Key programs include Indigenous Scholarships, designed to support First Nations students, and Talent and Merit Scholarships & Bursaries, which assist academically or artistically gifted students regardless of financial circumstances[1][5]. A major pillar of its work involves supporting campus development, including infrastructure projects such as the Snow Concert Hall, which features donor recognition through commemorative plaques[1].

Centenary Project

Launched in alignment with CGS's 100th anniversary in 2029, the Centenary Project aims to expand scholarship access, with a goal of educating 100 additional students through Indigenous and equity scholarships by the centenary year. The initiative also prioritizes modernizing facilities to ensure long-term educational excellence[1].

Fundraising Activities

The Foundation organizes annual campaigns, including Giving Day, a 24-hour fundraising event where donations are matched by supporters. These efforts emphasize community-driven philanthropy to meet scholarship and infrastructure targets[5].

Governance and Community Engagement

Governed under the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), the Foundation fosters donor relationships through memberships, events, and storytelling initiatives that highlight scholar experiences. Testimonials from beneficiaries underscore the transformative impact of its programs[1][5].

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[1] https://cgsfoundation.org.au [2] https://cgs.act.edu.au [3] https://cgsfoundation.org.au/your-impact/membership/ [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/cf369fed-39af-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/profile [5] https://givingday.cgs.act.edu.au