Goulburn Valley Grammar School Parents & Friends Association Inc

The Goulburn Valley Grammar School Parents & Friends Association Inc is an Australian nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the students and community of Goulburn Valley Grammar School, located in Northern Country Victoria. The association operates with a focus on fostering community connections, supporting school events and activities, and raising funds to enhance school facilities and programs[1][2].

Overview and Purpose

The association serves as a key support group within the broader school community, which includes families from surrounding towns such as Seymour, Nagambie, Benalla, Yarrawonga, Tocumwal, Cobram, Echuca, and Kyabram. This diversity enriches the school's community spirit and provides a strong network of parental involvement[2].

The main objectives of the Parents & Friends Association are:

• Building and strengthening community connections through active participation in school events
• Creating social opportunities for parents to engage with one another
• Raising funds to support the development and improvement of the school's facilities and educational programs[2][5]

Activities and Contributions

The association participates in a variety of activities that bolster the school’s community life. These include organizing social events, supporting special school functions, and conducting fundraising efforts such as raffles and presentation balls. The funds collected are often directed towards projects and initiatives that benefit both students and staff[4].

In past years, the association has notably contributed significant donations to projects such as the landscaping of the LOTE (Languages Other Than English) precinct, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the school environment[5].

Parents associated with the group are also involved in school sporting programs through coaching and team management, support for school productions via costumes and backstage assistance, and volunteering in the tuckshop and other school support roles[2].

Community Impact

The Parents & Friends Association embodies the extended family ethos of Goulburn Valley Grammar School, representing a vital link between the school and the wider community. This connection not only supports the school’s operational and developmental needs but also fosters a nurturing environment where students can thrive[2].

The association’s work exemplifies strong community spirit through sustained parental involvement and volunteerism, which are recognized as hallmarks of the school’s success and community identity[2][5].

This organization is registered as a charity under Australian legislation with the ABN 55326543936RR0001, and it continues to contribute actively to the welfare and development of Goulburn Valley Grammar School and its students.

[1] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/ba62b26d-3aaf-e811-a95e-000d3ad24c60/documents/d2e9b6c3-07cc-ec11-a7b6-000d3a6a8152 [2] https://gvgs.vic.edu.au/community/ [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/ba62b26d-3aaf-e811-a95e-000d3ad24c60/people [4] https://acncpubfilesprodstorage.blob.core.windows.net/public/ba62b26d-3aaf-e811-a95e-000d3ad24c60-b69f63ac-5aa8-4c76-b2ed-4ceb7f8647ba-Financial%20Report-ca0016f4-4f5a-e911-a972-000d3ad24077-GVGS_Parents_and_Friends_2018_Financial_Report.pdf [5] https://s0.whitepages.com.au/cfd82e1d-0471-4f04-8e6f-8186213f2551/goulburn-valley-grammar-school-document.pdf