The Trustee For The Meridian Global Foundation

The Trustee For The Meridian Global Foundation is an Australian nonprofit organization established in 2005. It operates as a public ancillary fund with the goal of inspiring philanthropy among everyday people, encouraging them to become everyday philanthropists. The foundation is based in Perth, Western Australia, and was founded by four local businesspeople who sought to give back to the community in a sustainable and tangible manner.

Mission and Activities

The primary mission of The Meridian Global Foundation is to promote and facilitate philanthropic giving by engaging ordinary individuals in charitable activities. By pooling resources through a giving circle model, the foundation supports multiple charitable causes. The funds raised are strategically invested and then donated to selected charities, aiming to create meaningful and lasting social impacts.

Structure and Governance

The foundation operates under a trust deed, with the trustee entity known as Meridian Global Foundation Limited. It holds Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status, which allows donors to receive tax deductions for their contributions. As a public ancillary fund, it complies with Australian regulatory requirements for transparency and accountability, reporting annually to the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).

Community Impact

Since its inception, The Meridian Global Foundation has dedicated itself to fostering a culture of philanthropy within the Perth community and beyond. By enabling collective giving and supporting multiple charitable projects, the foundation amplifies the impact individual donors can make, thereby strengthening community well-being and social cohesion.

References

• Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. "The Trustee For The Meridian Global Foundation."
• Meridian Global Foundation official description and about page.
• Australian Business Register details for ABN 16135214179.

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