The Villanova Parents & Friends Association is an Australian nonprofit organization associated with Villanova College, located in Queensland. It operates as a community-focused body aiming to foster parental involvement and strengthen relationships between families and the school. The association plays a pivotal role in supporting the college through the organization of social and fundraising events, contributing to the overall development of the school community.

Objectives and Activities

The primary function of the Villanova Parents & Friends Association is to enhance community engagement by encouraging parents, guardians, and friends of Villanova College to participate actively in school life. It serves as a communication channel between the college’s management and families, ensuring collaborative efforts toward the benefit of students and the broader Villanova community.

The association coordinates several large-scale community events, including:

• Villanova Carnival
• Mothers' Night
• Fathers' Night

These events are designed to build camaraderie among families and generate funds that support various college activities and initiatives.

Participation and Volunteerism

Parents and friends are encouraged to contribute their time and skills by volunteering in multiple areas such as the tuckshop, library, sports, music, arts, and event organization. Opportunities exist to serve as office bearers or parent representatives within the association, enhancing leadership roles in community building.

The association holds regular meetings, typically on the first Monday of every month during school terms, held in the college library to discuss upcoming events, plans, and other community matters. These meetings are open to all interested parties in the Villanova College community.

Governance and Registration

Villanova Parents & Friends Association is registered as a charitable organization under the Australian Business Number (ABN) 40240369470RR0001. Its charitable activities primarily focus on raising funds to support Villanova College through community events and the strengthening of relationships among Villanovans and their families.

The association remains a cornerstone in nurturing a vibrant, engaged community at Villanova College through continuous parent and friend involvement, ultimately enriching the educational experience and community spirit at the institution[1][2][3][4].

[1] https://www.vnc.qld.edu.au/parents-and-friends-association/ [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/3b6778ad-38af-e811-a960-000d3ad24282 [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/3b6778ad-38af-e811-a960-000d3ad24282/documents/71ae7561-961b-ee11-8f6d-00224893362a [4] https://www.vnc.qld.edu.au/event/villanova-mothers-night/ [5] https://www1.villanova.edu/university/student-life/family.html