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OUR MISSION

The Girls & Boys Brigade Foundation aims to raise funds from the public to assist in providing long term financial support for the work and programs operated by The Girls & Boys Brigade.

MESSAGE FROM JOHN B FAIRFAX, AO FOUNDER

John B Fairfax, AO - President

“My family has had a long and rewarding association with The Girls & Boys Brigade, since my great grandfather, Sir James Fairfax of The Sydney Morning Herald and Mr Samuel Bennett of The Evening News established The Boys Brigade organisation in 1882.

Founded out of concern for the welfare and future of boys engaged in street newspaper selling and others living and working in the inner city of Sydney, the Brigade gave them a safe place off the streets, a social outlet and a range of vocational skills to strengthen their future opportunities.

Our core values of care, respect, integrity and inclusion are deeply embedded in our 132 year tradition of care to the girls and boys who seek our range of activities and positive counsel each day. We are proud that we can continue this today.

As a small charity The Girls & Boys Brigade is very grateful for the remarkable ongoing financial assistance we receive from many individuals, corporations, Trusts, Foundations and those that support our various fundraising events. Whilst this ongoing support is vital to our longevity we are also acutely aware of the ever-increasing costs in providing our range of education and recreation programs. Continuing to meet these commitments stretches our financial resources.

It is therefore fitting that in 2014, in order to secure our financial sustainability, the Board of Directors established The Girls & Boys Brigade Foundation as an additional source of income. Distributions from the Foundation will be directed to the operations and programs of The Girls & Boys Brigade. Current members and future generations will benefit from the legacy we are building.

The establishment of the Foundation is a significant development in the history of this wonderful organisation. It evolves from our strength and creates a further stronghold to our future”

Why create a Foundation?

For over 130 years The Girls & Boys Brigade’s dedicated Board, staff and supporters have tirelessly worked to play a significant role in encouraging over a million disadvantaged children and youth realise their full potential and develop into resilient and capable adults.

You can be integral to our mission by helping to build a strong capital base, which will be managed diligently to produce a valuable source of income to help support the Brigade’s important work for many years to come.

How you can contribute

We welcome the opportunity to discuss with you your interest in being a part of this new and exciting development in the history of the Brigade by either making a tax deductible donation or leaving a bequest in your will.

For further information please contact our office on 02 9319 4509 or email us at gbbfoundation@girlsandboysbrigade.com.au.

If you would like to make a donation:

  • Please consider a one off or 3-5 year commitment
  • Download a donation form
  • Phone our office for the Foundation bank account details

If you would like to include a bequest in your will:

Our Board

Paul Masi – Chairman

Paul MasiPaul Masi is a non Executive Director of SHAW Stockbroking Ltd and a Director of Cerebral Palsy Alliance. He is the former Country Head and Chief Executive Officer of Merrill Lynch in Australia. Paul is the former CEO of Bank of America Merrill Lynch Australia. Since 1995, Paul has sat on several Australian Stock Exchange committees, including the Rules Committee, The National Adjudicatory Tribunal and the Appeals Tribunal. Paul is a past attendee of the Brigade.
Michael Forsdick – Director

Michael Forsdick – Treasurer Michael is an Oxford University graduate with a Masters in Botany, a retired Chartered Accountant and former partner of PricewaterhouseCoopers, where he specialised in personal tax. He is currently on the Board of Fauna and Flora International Australia and joined the Board of The Girls & Boys Brigade in 2013.
Henry Herron – Director

Henry HerronHenry joined the Board of the GBB in 2004 and since 2009 has been Company Secretary. Henry is a former Special Counsel with Clayton Utz.
Joshua O’Rourke – Director

Joshua has over 15 years’ experience in the Not-for-profit sector including as Head of Relationship Fundraising at Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Head of Philanthropy at Amnesty International Australia, and National Events Manager at Compassion Australia. Joshua completed a Bachelor of Law at Macquarie University and is an Executive Committee Member of the Sydney Convicts Rugby Union Football Club.
Phil Burfurd – Director

Phil has spent some 54 years working across the communication spectrum from journalist and editor to corporate communication counsel and consultancy head. He is currently Chairman of The DAYLIGHT Agency, a fully integrated communication services where Phil’s creative and business skills and knowledge of Asia Pacific add a unique dimension to the company’s corporate positioning in the communication services industry. He was twice elected Mayor of the City of Fitzroy.

 

Andrea Molloy – Company Secretary

Andrea Molloy - Administrative Officer Andrea’s background in the Banking and Finance industry prior to starting as Administration Officer with the Brigade in 2005 has enabled her to efficiently manage the statutory, financial and procedural aspects of the Brigade’s operations.

Foundation Details:
ABN: The Trustee for The Girls & Boys Brigade Foundation 37 142 341 507
DGR Status: The Trustee for The Girls & Boys Brigade Foundation is a deductible gift recipient. It is a public ancillary fund
covered by Item 2 of the table in section 30-15 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. Donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Charity Tax Concession Status: Income tax exemption and GST concessions.
Contact Details:
For further information please contact Andrea Molloy, Company Secretary
Postal Address: PO Box 225 Surry Hills NSW 2010
Phone: 02 9319-4509 Email: gbbfoundation@girlsandboysbrigade.com.au