St. Vincents College Foundation Limited is an Australian nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting St Vincent’s College, a school known for fostering creativity, discernment, and leadership among its students. The Foundation is registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and holds endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office as a Deductible Gift Recipient, enabling it to manage donations and funds that benefit the College and its community[1][3].

Purpose and Activities

The Foundation's primary mission is to raise and manage funds that enhance the educational environment and opportunities at St Vincent’s College. It oversees several specific funds, each aimed at different aspects of the school’s development and community support:

• Building Fund: This fund supports improvements to existing buildings and the provision of new facilities on the college campus. Donations of two dollars or more towards this fund are tax deductible[1][3].

• Scholarship Fund: It provides scholarships and bursaries to students who might otherwise be unable to attend St Vincent’s College, thereby promoting educational access and equity. Contributions of two dollars or more to this fund are also tax deductible[1][3].

• Foxford Necessitous Circumstances Fund: This fund offers temporary fee relief to current students whose families are facing financial difficulties. Donations to this fund are not tax deductible[1][3].

Governance

St. Vincents College Foundation Limited is governed by a Foundation Board composed of individuals connected to the College community. The board includes members such as John Finneran (Chair), Jessica Lobow, Sean Rahilly, Kate Robinson (Class of 1994), Justine Hughes, Jennifer Hickey, and Catherine Forrester (Class of 1975)[1].

Impact

Through its fundraising and management of charitable funds, the Foundation has been instrumental in supporting students financially and improving the College’s facilities. It has provided numerous scholarships and bursaries, helping to empower future generations of students to become courageous leaders and women of action[2][5].

By maintaining a commitment to the College’s values, the St. Vincents College Foundation Limited plays a crucial role in sustaining the institution’s growth, accessibility, and excellence in education.

Registration details:
ABN: 73 051 680 070
Registered charity with ACNC, CFN 15818[1][3]

[1] https://www.stvincents.nsw.edu.au/our-community/foundation/ [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/3d7b6e09-2caf-e811-a961-000d3ad24182/profile [3] https://www.stvincents.nsw.edu.au/our-community/amplifyourspirit/ [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/3d7b6e09-2caf-e811-a961-000d3ad24182/documents/f8afd6e7-4dd9-eb11-bacb-002248107df9 [5] https://www.givenow.com.au/organisation/public/1987