2022 Impact Report

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2022 Donor Impact Report Driving hope, change and a brighter future

We respectfully acknowledge the traditional owners and custodians of the lands on which we live and work together.

Charles Sturt University and its staff pay respect to Elders within First Nations communities and acknowledge the continuity of cultures, languages, leadership and knowledge systems.

Contents Director’s statement

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What we achieved in 2022

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Rebuilding lives, restoring hope

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The gift of education without barriers

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Transgrid’s big vision behind engineering scholarships

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PhD scholarship balances engineering and the environment

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Paying forward the ticket to succeed

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Birrang unleashes the power of scholarships for community transformation

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Growing the next farming generation through AGcessibility for all

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A lifetime commitment to helping others

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Endowment supports agricultural students

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Closing the gap on mental health for First Nations communities

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Staff giving from the heart – Staffgive program makes an impact

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Galloping toward change – new fund enables unparalleled support for equine research

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A generous art donation illuminates Charles Sturt’s regional landscape

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Support structure for those most in need

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New donor scholarships 2022

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Honour roll

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Thank you The Charles Sturt University Foundation thanks you for your generosity in 2022.

All gifts are deeply appreciated and have a profound impact on our students’ education and lives. Whether through scholarships, research funding, or academic equipment, each contribution adds significant value to their educational journey and often ensures its continuation.

We are grateful for your ongoing support, generosity, and confidence in our work.

Your belief in our students inspires them to reach higher and achieve extraordinary things. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to the betterment of education. Your contributions are transformative and help shape the future leaders of our society.

Director’s statement As I reflect on 2022, I think of it as a year of recovery, rebuilding and adaptation. The year began with one of the nation’s worst recorded flood disasters, deeply impacting our local communities and shifting the prospect of a peaceful new year for many of our students, donors, and staff. But once again we saw the nation rally, and despite being another year of challenges, it was also one of tremendous growth and innovation.

We partnered with the Anthony Costa Foundation, goFARM and Australian Farming Services on a joint initiative, the AGcessibility: Diversifying the Next Gen of Agriculture program. More than $1.3 million will fund 50 scholarships over the next seven years to: lift barriers to education for First Nations students and those from low socioeconomic backgrounds; contribute to regional and rural communities; and build workforce capacity in horticulture and agriculture.

As a university, we witnessed first-hand the flood devastation in our Central West community and were in the fortunate position of being able to step in and provide vital support. We welcomed a group of evacuees to our Orange campus, providing them with a safe place to stay. Led by Resilience NSW, we worked with local organisations to provide food, clothing, transport and medical needs. As our affected communities banded together to rebuild and redirect their focus for the year, many students were unable to support their study after loss of home and resources.

Once again, our Alumni rose to the challenge and provided vital support for students impacted by floods, (p6).

Our Indigenous students also received a tremendous boost thanks to Birrang Enterprise Development Company.

A generous $225,000 gift aimed at making tertiary education possible for First Nations students, allowed for the establishment of five $45,000 scholarships to support three years of study in any undergraduate degree.

Meanwhile, the Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) shone a light on regional health and established a scholarship to support First Nations people to become mental health workers and take their expertise into local communities.

For the University, 2022 has also been about adaptation and transformation. Our new leadership team began charting a bold course for the future, implementing new research and education strategies and establishing three innovative new institutes: The Gulbali Institute (Agriculture, Water and the Environment); the Rural Health Research Institute (Regional, Remote and Indigenous Health); and the AI and Cyber Futures Institute. These institutes allow us to pursue new directions in research, teaching, and community engagement and explore the power of interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of knowledge and societal development.

As a Foundation we took opportunity to partner with business to bring change to entire industries. We worked with TransGrid on their mission to secure the engineers of the future as they committed $2m to engineering scholarships (p10), and a further $150,000 to important research investigating the effects of electrical and magnetic fields on birds in Australia, (p12).

Once again, we invite you to delve into the stories of partnership and impact that unfolded throughout 2022 and celebrate the incredible support we received.

Thanks to this support, 2022 marked a period of tremendous growth, enabling us to raise over $7.65m to expand our reach, deepen our impact and bring the total value of scholarships awarded annually to $4.43m.

We cannot thank you enough for these valuable gifts which will help many students in need.

We thank you again for your commitment and kindness.

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What we achieved in 2022

Total Funds raised

Appeals

$101,377

2021

$2,199,000

2022

$7,650,000

248% increase Research

$439,300

Gift donations

Staff Giving

$33,261

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2021

$1,355,344

2022

$4,429,756

227% increase

$94,460

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Scholarships

Staff donors

171

Total active donors 2021 212

2022 294

39% increase

New donors 2021 96

76% increase

Scholarships awarded 2021 148

2022 338

128% increase

2022 169

Alumni donors 2021 71

2022 165

132% increase

Seven Foundation and Trust Donations

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Rebuilding lives, restoring hope Charles Sturt Alumni Respond to the 2022 Eastern Australia Floods In the wake of the devastating 2022 Eastern Australia floods, the alumni of Charles Sturt University came together in a remarkable display of compassion and solidarity. As the floodwaters receded and the affected communities grappled with the immense task of recovery, our alumni community launched a flood appeal in March 2022, with the aim of providing support and assistance to those who had been impacted by this natural disaster. Their response was nothing short of extraordinary, raising a total of $8,500, which would go on to make a profound difference in the lives of the flood-affected individuals and families.

The 2022 Eastern Australia floods will forever be etched in our memories as one of the nation's worst recorded flood disasters. From February to April, South East Queensland and parts of coastal New South Wales experienced a series of floods that left a trail of destruction in their wake.

Tragically, 22 lives were lost during this disaster, leaving behind grieving families and shattered communities.

The impact of the floods was far-reaching, with nearly a thousand schools being closed in response to the flooding, widespread evacuations, and advisories

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urging the public to avoid non-essential travel. The region also grappled with food shortages, as the ensuing supply chain crisis affected both urban and rural areas, compounding the already dire situation faced by communities in outback Queensland.

“This will give me the opportunity to be able to repair damages from floods/storm events and be able to move back into my home and continue my studies.”

- Noelene Skinner The $8,500 raised through the flood appeal proved to be a lifeline for those in desperate need of support. Four scholarships were awarded to students who found themselves in the most vulnerable positions, grappling with the aftermath of the floods. One scholarship recipient, Noelene Skinner, conveyed the profound impact this support would have on her life and expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the donors of the Charles Sturt Foundation Rural Relief Scholarship.

Noelene, who had been affected by the floods and faced the challenge of repairing damages to her home, saw the scholarship as an opportunity to rebuild and continue her studies. Her passion for improving mental health outcomes for First Nations people was rooted in her personal experiences and a deep desire to make a difference in her community. The scholarship would enable her to gain the knowledge and resources necessary to educate and uplift her community towards healthier outcomes.

Noelene's words echoed the sentiments shared by all the scholarship recipients. They recognised that commitment was the key to achieving their goals, and the support they received reaffirmed their dedication to their studies and their communities. The scholarships not only provided much-needed financial assistance but also served as a powerful reminder that their aspirations mattered and that there were people who believed in their potential.

As we reflect on the incredible response to the flood appeal, we extend our deepest gratitude to the alumni donors of Charles Sturt University for their unwavering support. Their actions have not only made a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families but also serve as a reminder of the strength and resilience that lies within our community. Together, we stand united, ready to face any challenges that come our way, showing commitment to create a brighter and more resilient future for all.

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The gift of education without barriers Jenny Miller (1948-2021) spent her lifetime fighting for her right to education and her conviction that disability should prove no barrier to accessing tertiary education. Now, through her generous legacy and inspiring determination, generations of others living with physical disabilities will be empowered to realise their own dreams of attending university.

Jenny suffered from osteogenesis imperfecta – a genetic condition also known as brittle bone disease in which bones fracture easily, and often without obvious cause or injury – impacting her growth and ability to walk.

Growing up in Wagga Wagga, she was prevented from enrolling in school as a result of her condition and was largely home educated.

But she was determined not to let this stop her, and throughout her life fought with courage and strength to maintain her independence and pursue higher education.

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With her trademark tenacity, Jenny went on to complete a diversity of TAFE courses ranging from computer programming to business.

Jenny was a steadfast advocate for education and equitable access for those living with disability. When she passed away peacefully at home on August 10th, 2021 at age 73, she left a remarkable gift. Bequeathing her estate to create an enduring scholarship, Jenny left a legacy to ensure others with disability would not have to struggle to access and attend university, as she did.

Pictured: Jenny Miller Legacy Scholarship recipient Ashleigh Moran and Charles Sturt University Vice-Chancellor, Renée Leon

Established in late 2022, the Jenny Miller Legacy Scholarship enables people living with physical disability to access a university education through providing financial support to ease their scholastic journey. Each year, three new or continuing students – at any year level, in any course, and at any Charles Sturt campus or online – will receive $10,000 per annum for the duration of their degree. Consideration will be given to applicants experiencing ongoing barriers to education and significant financial hardship, and who are making a demonstrable difference to their communities through engagement or advocacy.

Students must also demonstrate academic merit.

Inaugural recipient Ashleigh Moran, who was born with left-sided talipes and was later diagnosed with cerebral palsy and scoliosis, is deeply grateful for Jenny’s generosity. Hailing from Lismore, her workplace was destroyed in the major floods that ravaged her hometown in 2022, leaving her unemployed for six months while trying to save for university.

“This scholarship [brings me] one step closer to achieving my dream without worrying about the financial burden that comes with living and studying away from home”.

Having attended lifelong physiotherapy as a result of her disabilities, Ashleigh is working hard to complete her first year of a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the Orange campus. She is determined to help others who, like her, face physical challenges.

“Upon graduation, I plan to work as a paediatric physiotherapist treating children with developmental delays and disabilities,” Ashleigh explains.

“This scholarship [brings me] one step closer to achieving my dream without worrying about the financial burden that comes with living and studying away from home” - Ashleigh Moran.

“As my experience grows, I would like to work with Indigenous people and the elderly. I would also love to have the chance to experience working as a volunteer physiotherapist at sporting events such as the 2032 Olympic Games.”

With the scholarship continuing in perpetuity, it’s a powerful example of how passionate individuals like Jenny can create a lasting legacy, building a more equitable society and improving countless lives into the future.

What legacy will you leave behind? Get in touch today to explore how your bequest can create a scholarship with impact in an area meaningful to you.

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Transgrid’s big vision behind engineering scholarships In the largest corporate philanthropic gift ever received by Charles Sturt University, Transgrid established a $2 million Engineering Scholarship Fund which will support 100 civil engineering students, the industry and regional Australia.

At Charles Sturt University, industry partnerships are an important part of ensuring our courses remain relevant to the real world and our graduates obtain jobs.

Consultation with employers and peak bodies has always been standard practice, and targeted donations from corporate stakeholders are seen as an investment both in the students coming through and in the industry’s future.

In 2022, transmission network leader Transgrid made an unparalleled donation set to impact the future of the next generation of engineers, the energy industry and regional Australia.

Transgrid will give $2 million from 2023 to 2029 to fund 100 Transgrid Civil Engineering scholarships.

This is the largest philanthropic gift Charles Sturt has received from a corporate entity. Transgrid CEO Brett Redman says it’s all about a big vision.

“Transgrid is committed to helping accelerate Australia’s transition to a cheaper, cleaner energy future by delivering some of the nation’s biggest electricity infrastructure projects. We are building the energy superhighway which includes our new transmission projects EnergyConnect, VNI West and HumeLink.

“This Engineering scholarship is an incredible opportunity that will allow me to pursue my dreams and achieve my academic goals.

I am truly honored to be a recipient of this scholarship, and I will work hard to make the most of this opportunity. Thank you so much for your support!”.

Olivia Tait, Bachelor of Technology (Civil)/Master of Engineering (Civil), Civil Engineering Scholarship Stephen Troughton, Project Manager, Transgrid and Olivia Tait

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Transgrid Civil Engineering Scholarship Recipients (left to right): Destiny Shannon, Issac Prior, Jake Barnes Philpott, Blake Martin, Thomas Hunter, Lewis Glen, Imani Dunne, Luke Dunkley, Jayden Barker, Ndungutse Andre, Abdullah Ghoneim, Angus Willshire with Suzanne Westgate General Manager, Land, Property and Approvals

Together, they are critical to expanding our network to deliver cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy in the future.

“Being built across regional NSW, these major infrastructure projects require world-class engineering expertise. This $2 million scholarship fund will support the next generation of engineers through their training and help address a critical skills shortage in regional Australia.”

The scholarships will not only provide much-needed support for students.

With 85 percent of Charles Sturt Engineering graduates working in regional Australia upon completion of their studies, the scholarships will also have significant positive impacts in regional Australia. As well as provide much-needed support for individual students.

Charles Sturt University Vice-Chancellor Professor Renée Leon thanked Transgrid for their generosity and vision in working with the university.

“The University has a keen focus on ensuring the skills and infrastructure are in place that will generate thousands of jobs and assist Australia’s transition to a clean energy future.

These scholarships will help more students pursue their goal of becoming engineers and help to fill this gap in vitally important skills which is evident across This is Australia, especially in regional Australia.

the largest philanthropic gift Charles Sturt has received from a corporate entity

“We welcome the start of what we believe will be a long and important partnership with Transgrid which will benefit regional Australia.”

Open to all first-year students undertaking a Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Honours) or a Bachelor of Technology (Civil) / Master of Engineering (Civil) at Bathurst Campus, each $20,000 scholarship will be paid out over four years for students to put towards the ongoing costs of studies, living expenses or learning resources.

Transgrid is also working with Charles Sturt to develop regional career pathways for scholarship recipients through engineering cadet placements and has recently established a research scholarship.

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PhD scholarship balances engineering and the environment Whilst some of our scholarships make a difference in the lives of individual students, industries and regions; others do this and contribute to research with the potential to change the world on a much broader scale.

Transgrid’s recent commitment to a new PhD scholarship seeks to make an impact on the global environment.

As a high voltage electricity transmission network, Transgrid wanted to contribute to research that will help balance their industry’s impact on the environment and ensure the effects of engineering and infrastructure works is minimal.

Having already committed $2 million to engineering scholarships for undergraduate students to help address the industry’s skills shortage, Transgrid was well aware of Charles Sturt University’s commitment to creating a world worth living in and saw the University as a natural fit as both a leader in applied research outcomes and the field of environmental science.

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The $150,000 scholarship will give a PhD candidate the chance to participate in important research investigating the effects of electrical and magnetic fields on birds in Australia. The successful PhD candidate will assist Senior Lecturer in Ornithology Dr Maggie Watson and Professor in Ecology David Watson in identifying impacts and incorporating opportunities for wildlife to benefit from infrastructure.

The research will have a direct impact on the environment in Australia and is also of great interest to ecologists, environmental managers and planners worldwide.

Paying forward the ticket to succeed Charles Sturt Alumna, Marila Kozdra is having a full-circle moment. As a scholarship recipient in 2016, she experienced first-hand the life-changing impact of our donors, and now she is living her dream of paying it forward.

Marila Kozdra didn’t go on a Schoolies trip or have a big European vacation after high school. She saved her money and made the ‘smart’ decisions because her eyes were always on the prize – getting into a position where she could give back. Less than ten years after receiving a scholarship while studying for her Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology (Honours), she has established the Marila Kozdra Allied Health Excellence Scholarship to support health students to acknowledge the difference a scholarship can make.

“When I received the scholarship, I felt a sense of relief. The financial pressures were alleviated, and I could just focus on my studies. It meant I could afford to live a bit while I studied and not stress so much. It just changed the whole experience, and it was my ticket to succeed. I honestly don’t know that I would have completed my degree without it.”

Marila credits her Charles Sturt degree to unlocking opportunities in her career and fast-tracking her to a position where she is able to give back, but she says her scholarship is about more than just giving back to the University. Her passion in going the extra mile to give back to her community reflects

the sacrifices her family made in creating opportunities for her and her brother.

“My grandparents are Polish and came to Australia from a Prisoner of War camp following WWII. They were welcomed in and supported by the government and the community, so gratitude was a constant theme in my family growing up. This scholarship is also a way of giving back to the community that received my family and ensuring that legacy lives on.” Thanks to Marila’s generous donation, the Marila Kozdra Allied Health Excellence Scholarship will provide recipients with the opportunity to learn without stress and excel in Allied Health.

“I hope with this support, scholarship recipients can take the time to decide what area they are really passionate about and where they can make a difference and focus on that.”

The Marila Kozdra Allied Health Excellence Scholarship aims to recognise students enrolled in allied health courses who are achieving excellence in their academic programs. The scholarship will see one first-year student receive $5,000 per year toward their study.

“University is a tough time for many – having to juggle studies, employment, family commitments, personal life, and overhanging deadlines. I believe that scholarships have played a pivotal role in my success thus far at university and have allowed me to accomplish goals along the way while simultaneously investing in my future.”

- Harrison Maher, The Marila Kozdra Allied Health Excellence Scholarship recipient

Birrang unleashes the power of scholarships for community transformation Thanks to a generous donation aimed to foster positive change from Birrang Enterprise Development Company Ltd, First Nations students are set to benefit from five new transformative scholarships in any field of study.

For the past 20 years, Birrang Enterprise Development Company Ltd has provided employment services to Aboriginal people across NSW. Over time, and in response to identified needs and opportunities, Birrang has expanded its activities to include people from diverse cultures and backgrounds with programs targeting young parents, driver education and NDIS services.

Additionally, Charles Sturt University’s dedication to serving First Nations peoples, along with its extensive support services, made it the ideal collaborator for Birrang.

Birrang’s decision to partner with Charles Sturt University was based on two key factors, the university’s understanding of regional dynamics and its unwavering commitment to supporting First Nations students.

Charles Sturt has campuses located in or near the areas where Birrang’s board members originate from.

“My dream is to give back to my community and change the environment for the better back home.

One scholarship recipient, Billie O’Bryan, a Wiradjuri woman and Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management student, expressed her gratitude for the Looking for ways to enhance its community impact, Birrang scholarship. Hailing from Condobolin, Birrang donated $225,000 to the Charles Sturt Billie recognised Birrang’s impact in her Foundation to establish scholarships and community through their assistance in help make tertiary education possible for obtaining driver’s licenses for her friends.

Including the First Nations students. The donation has She seized the opportunity to apply established five $45,000 scholarships for the scholarship, envisioning her support of Birrang, to be spread across three years of future studying environmental science a total of $776,700 study in any undergraduate degree. in Port Macquarie and working towards land restoration. was donated to Birrang Chief Executive Officer, Tim support First Nations Smith expressed the motivation behind As the first person in her family to the donation was to help eliminate attend university, Billie highlighted the education financial barriers to tertiary education for life-changing nature of the scholarship, in 2022 students wishing to attend university. He enabling her to focus on her studies explained that the Birrang board members, without financial concerns. She aspires to some themselves first in family at university, give back to her community and create positive sought to provide First Nations students with environmental change. Moreover, Billie sees herself opportunity - recognising the vast impact educational as an inspiration to other young women in her community, scholarships make on communities. demonstrating that dreams can be pursued and achieved.

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“I’m the first person in my family to go to university.

It’s a really big thing for me and without this scholarship, I’m not sure I would have been able to do it. It’s changing my life and the lives of my kids’ lives in the future,

“People in my community can now look at me and know it’s possible. I really want to inspire other young women in my community in particular; to make people believe that you can do whatever you dream to do.”

Birrang Scholarship Recipients (Left to Right): Ellie Mooney, Tatiana Bosma, Ellie Thomson with Birrang Enterprises Operations Manager Tim Smith

but I feel like it’s having an even bigger impact.

People in my community can now look at me and know it’s possible. I really want to inspire other young women in my community in particular; to make people believe that you can do whatever you dream to do.”

While 2023 marks the inaugural year for Birrang’s scholarships, Tim Smith and the entire Birrang team envision expanding their impact within the community in the years to come. While their previous efforts primarily focused on foundational assistance, such as obtaining licenses, securing jobs, or addressing domestic violence, these scholarships represent a significant leap forward, providing life-altering support to individuals, communities, and future generations.

- Birrang Scholarship recipient, Billie O’Bryan

Through their collaboration with Charles Sturt University, Birrang Enterprise Development Company LTD has set in motion a powerful transformation, empowering First Nations students to overcome financial obstacles and pursue higher education. By investing in the potential of individuals, Birrang aims to ignite a positive cycle of growth, inspiring communities and fostering lasting change.

The Birrang scholarship is one of several initiatives designed specifically for First Nations students.

For more information on Charles Sturt’s commitment to Indigenous student support visit https://study.csu. edu.au/get-support/indigenous

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Growing the next farming generation through AGcessibility for all A joint Scholarship initiative and support program has been established to break barriers in agriculture education for students and diversify the emerging horticulture and agriculture workforce.

Charles Sturt University is partnering with the Anthony Costa Foundation, goFARM Australia and Australian Farming Services to create a program designed to make

“I will be honest, I cried when I received the offer as I am the first person in my family to go to university. My dreams are to start a small business as an artificial insemination technician and to start my own cattle enterprise where I breed my own bloodlines, in addition to inspiring other young Indigenous and non-Indigenous women to pursue a career within the agricultural industry that is beyond just labouring work.”

- Emily Greer Emily pictured (left), with Anthony Costa Foundation Representative Richard Bligh and Investor Relations Associate GoFARM Australia, Anna Keenan.

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an immeasurable impact to accessible agriculture for First Nations students and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. The program, AGcessibility: Diversifying the Next Gen of Agriculture will enable greater employment prospects in the industry through awarding more than ten scholarships annually.

Agriculture, horticulture and livestock industries have long been the backbone of regional Australia, with an estimated one-third of employment in regional areas linked in some way to these industries. Charles Sturt University alone has an estimated 82 per cent of graduates remaining in regional areas.

Cynthia Scherer, General Manager of the Anthony Costa Foundation, said the scholarship partners were inspired

by Charles Sturt’s commitment to agriculture.

“Our partners goFARM and Australian Farming Services really have their ears to the ground when it comes to all things horticulture and agriculture, and it was through these partnerships that we were introduced to Jim Pratley and all the amazing work he and Charles Sturt University do to address the big issues facing the sector. We felt a real synergy immediately and given the Costa family’s history in horticulture and agriculture, we knew we wanted to be involved.”

Cynthia believes that these scholarships will help young people build a future in regional Australia.

The joint scholarship initiative and support program offered by AGcessibility provides young people with access to education and a pathway for well-remunerated

Charles Sturt Foundation CEO Sarah Ansell, AGcessibility Scholarship Recipients Molly Finch, Kyotee Williams, Anthony Costa Foundation Representative Richard Bligh, AGcessibility Scholarship Recipients Emily Greer, Hayden Everett, Ruby-Belle Stingemore, Investor Relations Associate GoFARM Australia, Anna Keenan.

employment, allowing them to live and grow where they are and strengthen regional communities.

“The scholarships address the workforce capacity challenge we face in the horticulture and agriculture industries. They are also helping to meet a challenge that exists in the regional and rural communities to which we are committed – how we keep young people engaged, employed and able to build their lives in these areas.”

The AGcessibility program will see more than $1.3 million donated toward 50 scholarships over the next seven years.

Each scholarship is worth $15,000, and is delivered over a three year term. The program will address some of the current shortfalls in capacity, with the partners hoping this union will represent the start of a longer-term industry solution.

“We really hope other people, organisations and businesses in the industry can look at what we are doing with the scholarships and take up that mantle too – to be inspired to invest similarly and build the capacity of the sector because it benefits us all to do so.

Managed through the Charles Sturt University Foundation Trust, AGcessibility offers Kickstart Scholarships for students from low socioeconomic backgrounds and AGcessibility First Nations Scholarships for First Nations students. To qualify, students must be commencing first-year studies in the Bachelor of Horticulture, Bachelor of Agriculture, Bachelor of Agricultural Science, Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management or Bachelor of Viticulture.

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A lifetime commitment to helping others Helen Baber has a strong affiliation with Charles Sturt University having attended our antecedent institution, the Bathurst Teachers’ College, in 1952.

It was while working in education that Helen first became involved in disability advocacy, including in many community groups. “I was particularly involved in disability services.

I taught what they used to call an OA class at Lithgow Public School for the last 23 years of my teaching career and loved it. I became interested in disabled employment, so we got that up and running. Then we became interested in disability accommodation, so that was the next thing we had to work on. Then after that there was disability social life.

“I enjoyed my community work. I can’t tell you how many groups I’ve been in – Scouting, Church, the Rural Fire Brigade, and the Show and the Progress Association in Rydal. In the early 90s I was awarded an Order of Australia because of the community work I had done.

That was quite startling but very pleasant.”

In 1994, Helen had an idea to extend the reach of her community service and contacted the Charles Sturt University Foundation to discuss leaving a bequest.

“I rang the university and Dr Peter Hodson from the Foundation came and saw us and explained all about it.

After that we became very involved.”

The University appointed the couple Governors of the Mitchell Trust and established the Helen and Gerry Baber Scholarship in 1995 to assist undergraduate students on the Bathurst campus.

“I think in one way, I wanted to give to Charles Sturt University because I would have liked to go to university myself but when I was leaving school, universities were very expensive places and I couldn’t afford it. It seemed that my husband and I could do something to help people.”

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Helen and Gerry have asked that their bequest be used to fund a perpetual scholarship to help students who would otherwise be unable to afford university and are studying in areas related to community services. “We’d like the scholarship to be something to do with community services, so that would include nursing, education and paramedics.

“I’m devoted to Charles Sturt University because I’ve been involved for a long time and I honestly think it is one of the really great Australian universities.

“I think in one way, I wanted to give to Charles Sturt University because I would have liked to go to university myself but when I was leaving school, universities were very expensive places and I couldn’t afford it. It seemed that my husband and I could do something to help people.

We thought, seeing we had no children, we might be able to help other people’s children who needed a bit of a helping hand to get through university”.

Charles Sturt Legacy Society The Charles Sturt Legacy Society recognises and celebrates individuals supporting future generations undertake education and research.

Members of the Legacy Society are presented with a Charles Sturt Legacy Society pin at our Foundation Scholarship ceremonies.

To learn more visit www.csu.edu.au/office/ advancement/giving-tocsu/leave-a-bequest/sturtlegacy-society

Picture, left to right: Gerry Baber, Craig Leeming and Cathy Everton.

With Helen’s passing in 2022, Gerry has continued to be a shining light for the Foundation attending the recent scholarship ceremony presenting to 2nd year paramedic student, Craig Leeming.

Craig took the opportunity to present Gerry with flowers in recognition of Helen’s passing and in thanks for the generous scholarship.

“Thank you is insufficient, but it seems to be all I can say.

I am so very glad that I got the opportunity to meet you.

Since we met, I have been successful in applying for the integrated honours program, this is in part due to you!

Choosing me as the recipient of your scholarship meant

that I could put the vast majority of my efforts into my studies and I will never be able to adequately articulate how much it has meant to me or my gratitude.”

A bequest is a wonderful way to leave a legacy in memory of yourself or a loved one and can create a lasting impact on the lives of others. To learn more about the Charles Sturt Foundation bequest program please contact Kirstie Grady, kgrady@csu.edu.au or visit www.csu.edu.au/office/advancement/giving-tocsu/leave-a-bequest

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Support for students pursuing a life on the land A generous new endowment will go towards helping generations of Agricultural students and the rural communities they work in.

Recognising the benefits of tertiary education on individual students and regional communities, one rural family has left a generous endowment to the Charles Sturt University Foundation, allowing us to establish a new annual scholarship.

The family – who are long-time supporters of the University and wish to remain anonymous – made the endowment to encourage young people to pursue farming. This will fund a $12,000 scholarship for continuing students studying any degree related to Agriculture who are experiencing financial hardship.

Those students who are ineligible for government assistance, who often need to choose between their studies and working to survive, will be encouraged to apply.

The scholarship will benefit students who have a passion for the land and aspire to share their skills and sustainability practices with farming communities to improve the environment. It will also help attract professionals to the regional and rural centres after university, which in turn strengthens rural communities.

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A spokesperson for the family said the endowment process was easy.

“We’ve had a good life and we’d like to support others to have the same opportunity.

Dealing with Charles Sturt University has been simple, encouraging and respectful.

We looked at other organisations, however the immediate response from the Foundation’s Director and the clear explanations of how the Foundation works added up to a strong sense of long-term security and faith in providing continued support to students.”

The enormous impact that generous gifts such as this provide in valuing both education and regional communities is immeasurable.

Thanks to the impactful generosity made by this family and others like them, Charles Sturt University will be able to continue to provide scholarships in perpetuity and continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of current and future students.

If you are interested in learning more about making an endowment, please contact advancement@csu.edu.au

“ I am in my second year of my Agricultural Science degree and receiving this scholarship means that some of the financial burden and stress of paying for accommodation as well dayto-day living expenses can now be relieved, allowing me to focus full time on my studies.”

- Kate Murphy, Scholarship Recipient, Bachelor of Agricultural Science

Closing the gap on mental health for First Nations communities Looking to make a big impact, Western NSW Primary Health Network is investing in mental health education.

A new partnership between Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) and Charles Sturt University will support First Nations peoples to become mental health care workers and encourage them to take their expertise to local regional communities.

With the program starting in 2022, WNSW PHN is offering commencing First Nations students in the Diploma of Health Science - Mental Health an $8000 scholarship to support their studies. This will help them gain the skills required to provide much-needed mental health care support in First Nations communities.

The scholarship will create the opportunity for as many as 20 new First Nations mental health care workers in local regional communities where resources are currently limited. This will drive significant improvement in First Nations mental health outcomes.

Charles Sturt University is committed to helping close the health and life expectancy gap between First Nations peoples and non-Indigenous Australians.

Combining forces by partnering with WNSW PHN on this shared commitment will have a tremendous impact.

Andrew Coe, CEO of WNSW PHN, is proud of the opportunity to provide the scholarships through Charles Sturt. He believes that the partnership with Charles Sturt University will create opportunities for First Nations peoples to share their expertise and provide better healthcare outcomes.

Western NSW Primary Health Network CEO, Andrew Coe, with Charles Sturt Development Officer - Major Gifts, Justin Williams.

“This partnership makes a great amount of sense.

Providing opportunities to enhance the mental health expertise within our local communities brings the obvious benefits of that expertise to bear for other individuals to live healthier and happier lives. These scholarships will ensure that First Nations students will go on to share their skills and experiences with their local people, driving change in regional healthcare outcomes, providing remote career opportunities and supporting student growth.”

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Staff giving from the heart – Staffgive program makes an impact Since 2015, Charles Sturt University staff has been making a difference to student’s lives by funding scholarships, research projects and supporting community initiatives through the Staffgive program. From humble beginnings, there are now 152 staff regularly donating to this life-changing program.

Staffgive has awarded 97 scholarships since its inception, with 18 of these scholarships proudly awarded in 2023 alone. The profound impact these scholarships make and the ripple effect they have across the lives of our students would not be possible without the generous contributions of staff. Staff givers were invited to present scholarships to recipients on stage at the 2022 scholarship ceremonies.

Acting Associate Director, Brand and Performance Marketing, Amy Felke, was pleased to be among the three staff givers on stage for proceedings.

Amy began her career at Charles Sturt 17 years ago as a graphic designer and started making regular donations to Staffgive in 2015, as she understood the positive impact her contribution would have.

“Knowing that so many students have been helped via Staffgive scholarships makes me feel great. [It’s] like I’m a small part of something much bigger that’s helping students on their study journey.”

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“Knowing that so many students have been helped via Staffgive scholarships makes me feel great. [It’s] like I’m a small part of something much bigger that’s helping students on their study journey.”

Bachelor of Oral Health student, Tia Johnson was one of this year’s Staffgive recipients. Growing up in rural Victoria and working as a dental assistant for four years, Tia has seen the first-hand impact that oral health care access can make in rural communities and how a lack of resources can damage communities.

While she enjoyed providing support to clinicians, Tia felt like she had so much more to give and relocated to Wagga Wagga to study. “I’m extremely passionate about ensuring equitable and inclusive oral health care be provided to everyone, regardless of their location and when I graduate, I want to practice as an Oral Health Therapist in one of these areas.”

Now in her third year, Tia is required to attend approximately 40 hours of weekly unpaid placement for a duration of 24 weeks, on top of her usual study load. These course requirements have meant that she has been unable to continue her casual employment, impacting her ability to afford these placements.

“When I found out it felt like a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders. To the staff who made my scholarship possible, thank you for your generosity. You’ve reminded me to always give back to others whenever I’m provided with the opportunity to do so.”

- Staffgive Scholarship recipient, Tia Johnson

Charles Sturt Acting Associate Director, Brand and Performance Marketing, Amy Felke with Staff Give recipient Tia Johnson

And while the cost of living has increased, government assistance has not increased, posing a great financial strain on many students like Tia. “Being awarded this scholarship allowed me to cover a large portion of accommodation costs and continue with my third and final year of study. When I found out, it felt like a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders.

To the staff who made my scholarship possible, thank you for your generosity. You’ve reminded me to always give back to others whenever I’m provided with the opportunity to do so.”

Attending the Wagga Wagga Scholarship Ceremony, Amy had the chance to speak to donors and recipients alike and hear many great stories of change for students across a range of ages, backgrounds and courses. Having spent

considerable time working and studying at Charles Sturt University, Amy believes that supporting students reach their goals through small donations each pay cycle is an easy way to make a difference.

“One of the things I enjoyed most was seeing all the other donors and how much they also get from meeting with scholarship recipients. You could tell how much they really love Charles Sturt University and value tertiary education, and you could also tell how much receiving a scholarship means to these students. You could feel the energy in the air, and it felt like a real celebration. I was proud to be part of it.”

Visit www.csu.edu.au/office/advancement/staff-giving for more information.

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Galloping toward change – new fund enables unparalleled support for equine research “This Research Support Fund is only a small annual donation but it’s something I can give back to try and foster better research and understanding in horses.” – David Leigh.

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Alumni David Leigh is making a difference by establishing a new research fund, ensuring Equine and Animal Science honours students have opportunities to pursue timely and relevant equine research in their desired area of expertise.

The Glenroy Equine Honours Research Support Fund has been established to sustain study into contemporary research topics surrounding horse welfare and owner support.

Thanks to David’s generous annual donation, the Glenroy Honours Research Support Fund will create life-changing opportunities to assist two or three honours students per year in exploring uncommonly studied topics - such as the emotional state of horses, the impact of equine therapy on equids and laminitis treatment options.

“This Research Support Fund is only a small annual donation but it’s something I can give back to try and foster better research and understanding in horses,” says David Leigh.

With over 40 years of equine experience, David has been involved with horses his entire life. He is the proud owner of an equine rehabilitation business, The Barefoot Bloke. One day whilst working with his horses, a mare of his suffered a catastrophic injury. As a result, David sought education outside of his of level expertise – demonstrating a degree of commitment and dedication in caring for horses outside the realm of ordinary care.

Whilst at university, David discovered that funds facilitating horse research were substantially disproportionate to the value the equine industry contributes to gross domestic product in Australia. His degree significantly enhanced his ability to communicate in his business about horses and equine care. Due to the impact his education had on him, he didn’t think twice before deciding he wanted to give back to Charles Sturt University - generously committing $3,500 annually in order to support research for future honours students.

The fund, which is the first of its kind for the School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences, will help to address the lack of funds for at least 95 percent of horses in A total of Australia. This is funding that Acting Head of $439,300 in School Professor Hayley Randle believes would typically not cover equine science Research Funds research, beyond funding directed to donated in 2022 thoroughbreds or generic animal welfare.

across a variety of disciplines.

When David began studying for the benefit of caring for his injured mare, he had no intention of dedicating his entire career to horses. He began with a diploma in holistic hoofcare through the Australian College of Equine Podiotherapy, and it wasn’t long before everything changed and The Barefoot Bloke was growing at such a rate that he felt extra education would put him in a better position to support horse owners. He then set out to learn more, completing a degree in Equine Science at Charles Sturt University and graduating in 2019.

“David is so forward-thinking. Not only is he supporting his peers within the industry, he is also supporting the development of the next generation… preparing students for the industry of today and the industry of the future.”

David’s goal is to see targeted research aimed in helping everyday horse owners. He feels that the passion driving research at a university level far exceeds that which corporations are able to achieve, explaining solutions to research problems are better solved with a more personal approach.

“I got an awful lot out of my time at Charles Sturt [University], so if alumni like me can give money to try and make the world a better place, I see that as a good thing.”

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A generous art donation illuminates Charles Sturt’s regional landscape Bruno Leti’s love for the Australian landscape has been reflected in his artwork for the past six decades and thanks to his generous donation, Charles Sturt University is now the new home for 66 breathtaking artworks.

The collection, which includes pieces stemming from 1979 to the present day, is comprised of work from varying mediums, such as etchings, woodcuts, monotypes, and large-scale paintings. It is currently on display in the Charles Sturt Winery and James Hagan Court on the Wagga Wagga Campus and The Grange on the Bathurst Campus.

Having travelled extensively through Australia after enjoying what he refers to as a ‘second childhood’, Bruno is a self-declared ‘country boy’. Throughout his travels, Bruno fell in love with the Australian landscape, painting, sketching, and photographing it at every opportunity.

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“For me, it’s about the Australian landscape which has to do with three things – space, time, and colour. I’ve always been enamoured with Aboriginal art and culture and my work is a convergence of Aboriginal culture, Australian culture, and my Italian culture.”

“This donation is significant not only for the university but for the combined national collections, which we hold works for. It’s work that’s going into public hands to hang in public spaces, so it makes a difference nationwide.”

For Bruno, the donation to Charles Sturt makes a lot Bruno was born in Italy in the peak of World War of sense, through his connection with both II and relocated to Australia with his family in Thomas Middlemost and with regional the aftermath, settling in country Victoria Australia. At this stage in his career, his main The Charles in 1951. After studying art at the Royal focus is in ensuring his legacy is organised Sturt winery warmly Melbourne Institute of Technology and across Australian art galleries, and while teaching art in the years to follow, Bruno he is still well, to continue to make art. welcomes the public ventured back to Europe and in 1968, to view the collection “I wanted to give these works to Charles held his first ever exhibition in Rome. He Sturt because of its country location continued his travels before returning and wine tasting at and I suppose it’s also the idea of to Victoria where he has continued to their Cellar Door on connecting with younger people in the make a significant impact on the art university setting. I’m 82 now and it’s not community of Australia. the Wagga Wagga that important for me to earn money from Charles Sturt University art curator, Thomas campus my art anymore. Rather, it’s about making Middlemost, has had a long-vested interest in sure that any collection of my work tells a story Bruno’s work with monotype printmaking, featuring about the artist; that I add to the numbers and fill Bruno’s art in his PhD thesis. Thomas has also written any gaps in my work in those collections.” about Bruno’s work in various articles, catalogues, and Bruno’s work will be added to other public spaces across books. In November 2022, he published a book titled, all Charles Sturt University campuses over time.

Bruno Leti: Series – A life of Images.

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Fostering success for vulnerable young people Knowing education is key to improving life outcomes, the NSW Department of Community and Justice has partnered with the Charles Sturt University Foundation to offer vulnerable young people the chance to reach their higher education goals.

For many young people who have been unable to live with their own families and placed in out-of-home care, transitioning to adulthood is a challenging time. Without the traditional family support structures of their peers and facing significant extra barriers around housing, employment and mental health, it is often not possible for these young people to go to university.

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the first time in 2023, the scholarships are available to applicants who have been in out-of-home care in the past three years, currently in statutory out-of-home care or legally adopted or under a guardianship order.

But with the help of a NSW Department of Community and Justice – Stronger Communities Scholarship, ten young people who have experienced out-of-home care will receive up to $28,500 over three years of undergraduate study with Charles Sturt University.

Reflecting the University’s commitment to equity and diversity pathways for students, it is hoped the scholarships will bring stability to the lives of some of the community’s most vulnerable people. The aim is to encourage more young people from out-of-home care situations to consider university as an option and allow recipients to study with confidence knowing they are adequately supported throughout their degree.

Announced by Minister for Families and Community and Minister for Disability Services NSW, Natasha Maclaren-Jones, in December 2022 and offered for

Pictured L to R: Orange City Councillor Tony Mileto, The Hon. Natasha Maclaren-Jones MLC, Minister for Families and Community and Minister for Disability Services NSW, and Charles Sturt University Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Professor Graham Brown.

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New donor scholarships 2022 Charles Sturt University would like to express our deepest gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to our new donors for 2022.

Your support has significantly impacted our students’ lives, creating a better future for them and the communities they will serve.

The impact of your gifts extends far beyond financial assistance. It allows our students the freedom to focus on their studies, unburdened by the weight of necessary expenses such as accommodation, living costs, textbooks, and computers. By alleviating these financial pressures, you have empowered our students to fully immerse themselves in their education, unlocking their true potential.

Through your generosity, you are helping to shape a better future, not only for the recipients of your generosity but also for the communities they will go on to impact.

Our students are future leaders, innovators, and change-makers, and your investment in their education equips them with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities they need to make a positive difference in the world.

Thank you for being a catalyst for change and investing in our students’ bright futures. Your kindness and support are truly transformative.

Anthony Costa Foundation Aurecon Birrang Enterprise Development Company Ltd Catholic College Wodonga Charles Sturt Division of People and Culture Cherrie Kendall Derek Walker Dimeo Indigenous Pty Ltd Estate of Jennifer Miller Fortitude Foundation Kerin Health Marila E Kozdra Hicks Family NSW Department of Communities and Justice Presentation Sisters Wagga Wagga Queensland University of Technology Rotary Club Of Belvoir-Wodonga RSM - Wagga Wagga Therapy Alliance Group Transgrid Wagga SRC Western NSW LHD Western NSW Primary Health Network

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Honour roll We thank our donors for sharing in our ethos - the Wiradjuri phrase ‘yindyamarra winhanganha’, which means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in.

Legacy Peter Andren

AK + IA Sutherland Geoff + Sheila Swain AM

Mavis Atkinson William John Banks

Corpus donors

John Bowen

AlburyCity Council

VP Bragg

Allan R. Olding

John Cassim

Angel Family Trust

Valerie Cox

Anne and Bernard Hart

Moya Crowe

Bathurst Teachers College Alumni

Carole and Stan Droder

Professor John Carroll Memorial Fund

CSU School Nursing Midwifery + Indigenous Health

Riverina Media Group (Fairfax Media)

Dr Bal Krishan

Roger + Jean Morrow

Dr Doug Stace

Rotary Club of Albury

Dr Oliver + Mrs Heather Fiala, AM

Rotary Club of Oberon

Sheila Gwynn-Jones

Felicity Taylor-Edwards

Sheila Walker + Family

Fitzpatricks Real Estate

Sustainable Agriculture Research Group

Fortitude Foundation

Celia Bevan

George + Isabel Tuck

Margaret Macpherson

Central West Medical Association

Gerry Baber + Helen Baber, OAM

Jenny Miller

Chalmers Family

Percy Allan Foundation

Charles Sturt Pharmacy Foundation

Goulburn College of Advanced Education Alumni

Laura and John Knight

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FC Pye Rural Australia Foundation

Bob + Pam Knight John + Dilys Howell

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CSU Wagga Wagga Staff Social Club

Tarcutta and Wantabadgery Merino Breeders Association Toni Downes Tony McGrane Committee Vetafarm (Dr Tony Gestier)

Hicks Family

VP Bragg Trust

Chris Gordon

Milan Family

Waerawi Farming

Copyright Agency

National Tertiary Education Union CSU Branch

Wagga Agricultural College Old Boys Union

Norske Skog Albury

Wagga Wagga City Council

CSU School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Wagga Wagga Local Aboriginal Land Council

Bush Children’s Education Foundation of NSW

Wagga Wagga Teachers College Alumni Association

Calvary Health Care Riverina

Widgewa School

Carrathool Shire Council Casella Family Brands Catholic College Wodonga

Organisational donors Aggie T Pty Ltd (Agnes and Tansi McInerney) AgnVet Services AlburyCity Council A&M Salter Holdings Pty Ltd Anthony Costa Foundation Aurecon Australian Computer Society Foundation Australian Council of Deans of Agriculture

Central NSW Joint Organisation of Councils Cerebral Palsy Alliance

Kerin Physio Co

Rotary Club of Albury North

Kooringal High School

Rotary Club Of BelvoirWodonga

Lions Club of Coleambally Lions Club of Port Macquarie Tacking Point McDonalds Australia Ltd Murray High School

Rotary Club of Hall Rotary Club of Liverpool West Rotary Club of Tallangatta

Murrumbidgee Council

Rotary Club of Yenda

Coles Australia

Newcrest Mining Limited

RSM - Wagga Wagga

Coleambally Irrigation

North Fresh Pty Ltd - (Costa Group)

SAGE Publishing

NSW Ministry of Health

School of Biomedical Science Dare to Know

NSW Department of Communities and Justice

Snowy Valleys Council

Colgate-Palmolive Company Country Women’s Association of NSW Cowra Shire Council CSU Residence Life

Dimeo Indigenous Pty Ltd

Birrang Enterprise Development Company Ltd

Riverina Water County Council

Charles Sturt Division of People and Culture

Australian Library and Information Association

Bathurst Regional Council

Halal Certification Authority

Rotary Club of Wagga Wagga Wollundry

CSU Sports Council

Bathurst (Mitchell) Student Representative Committee

Riverina Oils

Mytilneos

Charles Sturt Campus Services

Australian Farming Services

Australian Sky News Australia

Haddon Rig Pty Ltd

Dubbo Regional Council Dubbo RSL Memorial Club Ltd Essential Energy Eurofins Foundation Fortitude Foundation Glenray Industries

Boston Private Wealth

Gilgandra Shire Council

Brokenwood Wines

Go Farm Australia Pty Ltd

NSW Public Libraries Association Online Study Student Representative Committee Precision Paper Coatings Ptd Ltd Pure Imagination Performing Arts Presentation Sisters Wagga Wagga Queensland University of Technology Regis Resources Rennylea Pastoral Company Pty Ltd

Temora Shire Council Therapy Alliance Group Transgrid Veolia Mulwaree Trust Wagga Wagga RSL Club Wagga Wagga RSL Sub Branch Wagga SRC Western NSW LHD Western NSW Primary Health Network Women in Racing Canberra Zonta Club of Orange 2022 Donor Impact Report

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Individual donors Adam Ryan Adrienne Farquhar Adrienne Miller Alexandra Horbatenko Allan & Suzanne Brindley Amelia and Matthew Wiltshire Amy Kilty Amy Leong Anna Moncrieff Arbin Tamang Barry Wooldridge Barry Yau Belinda Hobman Benjamin Pratt Bernice Camps Beverley Bowyer Blaze Coops

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Constance Kelly

Gregory Dale

Justine Everaardt

Craig Johnson-Meader

Gweneth and Graham Blunden

Kate Bolton

Daniel Bruns

Henry Bingham

Kate Robson

David and Sue Leigh

Hugh Vo

Kathryn McAlister

David Hoar

Imelda Deller

Katie and Sidney Lin

David Stuart

Jack Egan

Kelly Gowland

Deborah Betts

Jacqui Espinoza

Kevin and Pam Durick

Derek Walker

James Chadwick

Kevin Cross

Dianne Constable

James Green

Kirstie and Craig Grady

Dr Abi Tenen

James and Karen Hayes

Lana Bates

Dr Beverley Moriarty

James Lazanas

Leah Kitley

Dr Jennifer Nicholls

James Pratley

Dr Laura McFarland

Jan Halliburton

Dr Ron Camplin OAM and Mrs Stephanie Camplin OAM

Jan-Amanda Harkin

Dr Scott and Dr Kylie Parry Ed Parcell Edward Harpley & Wilma Emerton

Jane Highfield

Lesley Kirsche Liz Frazer Lynne Eastwood Lynne Johnson

Janet Roberton

Malcolm McKenzie & the Estate of Maureen McKenzie

Jeanette and Peter Nankivell

Margaret Burt

Jeremy Gudze

Margaret Herbert Margaret Vrdoljak

Brenton Charlton

Elaine Armstrong

Jo Hegarty

Brian Keighran

Elaine Irvin

John and Bev Ferrari

Margaret Webb

Bruno Ros

Elizabeth Scahill

John Baynie

Marika Mychailuk

Carol Quick

Emily Coates

John Coughlan

Marila Kozdra

Carolyn Bennett

Emma Cantwell

John Tapper

Marilyn and Ron Walter

Charles and Judith Boag

Erin Davis

Judge Hugh Botting

Marion Iles

Cherrie Kendall

Frances Walker

Judy Lambert

Mark Terry

Chris and Gina Grubb

Geoff Symonds and Family

Julia Heasman

Marlene Grant

Christina Chatziconstantinos

Grant Franklyn-Smith

Justin Williams

Marni Ryan

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Martin Wylie

Scott & Helen Chadwick

Amber Marks

David Griffin

McKay Family

Sheridan and James Ingold

Amber Murray

David Tien

Megan McGrice

Sophie Diamandi

Amy Felke

Dawn Rudd

Michael Hill

Stella Antony

Ana Horta

Deanna Duffy

Michael Trinidad

Stephen Tedder

Andrew Crowl

Deb Thackray

Michelle Beveridge

Sue Atherton

Andrew James

Debra Collins

Mihiran Rupasinghe

Suzanne Berkeley

Annette Harris

Delphine Swat

Monica Perrie

Tanya Mikolajewicz

Anthony Heywood

Donna Bateup

Natalia Nevsky

Tanya Tye

Benjiman Davis

Edward Maher

Bobbie Tulloh

Elanda Street

Branka Krivokapic-Skoko

Elizabeth Bracken

Brett Russell

Elizabeth Harangozo

Brogan Finnerty

Ellen McIntyre

Bruce Andrews

Emily Boyle

Bryan Collins

Emily Marsh

Carly Evans

Erika Cross

Caroline Robinson

Erin Wise

Cathryn O’Shannessy

Frances Dury

Cheryl Boulton

Gai Kirkman

Christopher Gorrell

Gail Hadfield

Christopher Williams

Gang Xie

Ruth Thatcher

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Clare Jonker

Gene Hodgins

Sam Manohar

Aimee McKenna

Conrad Dare-Edwards

Genevieve Doyle

Samuel Grech

Alexandra Cary

Craig Johnson-Meader

Geoff Simmons

Samuel Wall-Smith

Alexandra Chubb

Craig Trethowen

Geraldine Rurenga

Sandra and Damian Conway

Alice Wood

Dale Powell

Gina-Maree Davis

Sarah Jane Dean

Amanda Tarbit

Danielle Sparrow

Hazbo Skoko

Nikolas Margerrison Patricia Dewey Peter Hopner Professor Graham Brown Professor Renée Leon Raymonde Kendrick Rebecca Hicks Rennie Sinclair-Kydd Rhonda Mercer Rian Wickens Rochelle Clissold Roy Sider

Thomas Dale Trinh Nguyen Troy Meller U Mei Cheong Valda Jeffcoat Veronica Madigan Vicki Lloyd White Family W.R. Watson Waseem Muhammad Afzal Zulekha Bashir

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Heather Campbell

Katie Friedlieb

Miao Li

Sharon Fuller

Helen Hobbs

Kay Skinner

Michael Curtin

Sharon Laver

Holly Otutaha

Kerrie Martin

Michael Friend

Sharynne McLeod

Irfan Altas

Kerry Read

Michael Kiernan

Simon Cole

Jacoba Clements

Kerry Smith

Michelle Jones

Sonja Maria

James Morgan

Kimbalee Morris

Naomi Ricketts

Stacey Burke

Jane Quinn

Kirrily Welsh

Narelle Patton

Stacey Fish

Jason Howarth

Kirsten Locke

Natalie Dalton

Stephen Kreuzberger

Jason White

Kirstie Grady

Natalie Nixon

Stephen Moore

Jaymie Loy

Kylee Graham

Nicholas Steepe

Steven Miles

Jennifer Anderson

Kymberley Allen

Nicole Livingstone

Suzanne Hopf

Jennifer Bond

Laura Cohalan

Paul Bruce

Tabin Brooks

Jodie Kleinschafer

Leigh Schmidtke

Peter Greening

Tace Vigliante

John Clark

Louise Haberecht

Peter Sinclair

Tahnee Wise

John Gaffey

Louise Wells

Petrea Pollock

Tanya Tye

John McDonald

Lucia Zundans-Fraser

Philip Clark

Terrance Christian

Joleen Wright

Lyndal Thorburn

Rachel Ayton

Terri-Lee Duffy

Jordan Stewart

Lyndelle Kelly

Rachel Stephens

Timothy Eggleston

Judith Stone

Mardi Henley

Raegan Petzel

Tracey Northey

Julie Bennett

Marissa Samuelson

Raelene Graham

Tracey Oates

Julie Cleary

Marta Hernandez-Jover

Raquel Butler

Tracey Parnell

Justin Williams

Maryanne Podham

Renée Leon

Trent Pohlmann

Justine Everaardt

Maureen Jensen

Robert Doubleday

Vanessa Bland

Justine Rye

Megan Smith

Robin Harvey

Victoria Gordon

Kate Cornick

Melinda Negus

Russell Roberts

Wendy De Luca

Kate Spendier

Melissa Boxshall

Samantha Sheridan

Wendye Edwards

Katherine Attree

Mellissa Simmons

Sarah Ansell

William Letts

Kathleen Perry

Meredith Ferry

Saranne Cooke

Yasmine Hall

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