Melbourne High School Foundation_ACNC Group

The Melbourne High School Foundation_ACNC Group is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the Melbourne High School community through fundraising and philanthropy. It operates as the primary fundraising body for Melbourne High School, facilitating financial support for students, staff, and school programs.

History and Purpose

The Foundation was established to provide unique opportunities for donors—including parents, alumni, businesses, and philanthropists—to contribute to the educational and wellbeing initiatives at Melbourne High School. Through its various trusts and funds, the Foundation helps enhance the quality of education and student life by securing resources for multiple school activities and needs.

Structure and Activities

The Foundation is composed of several trusts, each focusing on different aspects of fundraising and support for the school community:

• General Trust: Manages bequests, endowments, and donations to provide for high-quality camps, excursions, sports programs, equipment, facilities, vocational training, and other enriching educational activities at Melbourne High School.

• Scholarship Trust: Provides funding for scholarships, bursaries, and prizes aimed at supporting students facing financial hardship or those who demonstrate outstanding merit, thus promoting access and excellence within the school.

• Future Fund Trust: Maintains long-term financial sustainability by managing investments intended to generate ongoing support for Melbourne High School’s future needs.

The Foundation operates under governance standards required by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), ensuring transparency and accountability in its financial reporting and activities.

Impact

By raising funds and managing donations effectively, the Melbourne High School Foundation_ACNC Group plays a vital role in enriching the educational experience at Melbourne High School. Its work enables the continuation and expansion of programs that improve student opportunities both academically and beyond the classroom.

Governance

The Foundation is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and operates under Australian Business Number (ABN) 91111111495RR0001. It is governed by a board responsible for the oversight, strategy, and compliance of the fundraising activities and trust management.

This nonprofit organization is an essential part of Melbourne High School’s community, bridging the enthusiasm and generosity of supporters with the school's mission to provide a high-quality education experience. Its ongoing efforts contribute significantly to the school's capacity to deliver programs that shape the academic and personal development of its students[1][2][5].

[1] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/a8d411f8-39af-e811-a963-000d3ad24077 [2] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/57cff74a-44a1-ea11-a812-000d3acb05bc/profile [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/275d6ea7-3aaf-e811-a960-000d3ad24282 [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/b8f026e3-2daf-e811-a963-000d3ad24077 [5] https://www.mhsfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/AR22_7.pdf