Hawks Community Foundation Limited
The Hawks Community Foundation Limited is an Australian nonprofit organisation operating under ABN 80635224869RR0001. Established as the charitable arm of the Hawthorn Football Club, it focuses on driving social and cultural change through community programs centered on mental health, Indigenous empowerment, and social inclusion[1][2][4].

Mission and Focus Areas

The foundation identifies sport as a catalyst for sustainable change, leveraging partnerships to promote engagement, equality, and diversity[1][4]. Its work is structured around three pillars:

• Indigenous Engagement and Empowerment: Aims to reduce disparities in health and education for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth through initiatives targeting mental well-being, education, and cultural support[1][4].
• Mental Health and Wellbeing: Delivers education programs to equip young Australians with tools to manage anxiety, depression, and related challenges[1][4].
• Social Inclusion: Develops initiatives fostering collaboration among individuals of diverse abilities, genders, and cultural backgrounds to cultivate belonging and equality[1][4].

Programs and Achievements

The foundation oversees initiatives such as the Victorian Wheelchair Football League (VWFL) team, which includes athletes like Jo Argaet, Yassin Hill, and Finn Broadbent[1]. It has been recognized as a finalist for the VicHealth Promotion Award in the "Driving Health Equity" category for its Hawks For All program, which addresses barriers to health access[1].

Governance

Led by a board chaired by Maria Lui, the organisation includes player representatives such as Sam Frost and Dylan Moore[3]. Its operations prioritize child safety, adhering to a strict safeguarding policy to protect minors participating in programs[3].

Funding and Impact

As a registered charity, donations over $2 are tax-deductible[1]. The foundation collaborates with community partners to design and evaluate programs, emphasizing measurable social outcomes[5].

[1] https://www.hawkscommunityfoundation.org.au [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/09b9091e-d5c2-e911-a98c-000d3ad06f2d/profile [3] https://www.hawkscommunityfoundation.org.au/about-us [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/09b9091e-d5c2-e911-a98c-000d3ad06f2d/documents/a2d95460-7bc7-ec11-a7b5-000d3ad1a905 [5] https://www.ethicaljobs.com.au/members/HawthornFC/community-programs-manager-1