FOUNDATION - making a difference

MESSAGE FROM FOUNDATION PRESIDENT

Our mission is:

As a fourth generation Collegian, I am proud to be involved in the Foundation, as a board member and donor, and working for the future of our incredible school.

“To honour the past and secure the future of The Hamilton and Alexandra College, enhancing a culture of giving and raising funds by implementing strategic philanthropic initiatives to provide the best opportunities for all students.”

The Hamilton and Alexandra College Foundation, established in 1992, supports the school’s ongoing development and works together to support committed students to access a College education.

Through a culture of giving, we will build upon the extraordinary 155-year history of The Hamilton and Alexandra College and honour the philanthropic support of our founders and connected community members.

“Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference.”

Kathy Calvin, philanthropist and former CEO of the United Nations Foundation.

Thank you to the Foundation members for your continued support and ongoing financial commitment to the Foundation.

Your support has and does make a difference.

We welcome the support of new members, and are always ready and available for a conversation.

Please speak to me or a member of the foundation board: Penny Adamson, Hugh Macdonald, Graeme Linke, Jen Hutton, Natalie Bawden, Alex Robinson, Marcus Winter-Cooke and Adam Dickson.

Best wishes,

Penny Adamson

GIVING THE GIFT OF EDUCATION The Hamilton and Alexandra College is committed to remaining at the forefront of academic opportunity in Western Victoria. To achieve this, we rely on fundraising so that the school can continuously maintain, update and expand our facilities and programs.

The Foundation fundraises to secure the school’s future in these key areas: Facilities and Infrastructure Providing modern and flexible learning environments for students and teachers to nurture academic opportunity.

In 2026 we begin our campaign for Mirranatwa. At a time when young people are craving the licence to develop real, human connections with one another, our new education facility at Mirranatwa will be our place, at the foot of Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, to disconnect, slow down and reconnect with one another and the natural world.

Mirranatwa will provide the place for College students to develop critical skills for their future.

Scholarships Our equity scholarships are designed to support families that prioritise a quality education but require financial assistance to make this dream a reality.

Funds raised are dedicated to supporting students who could not otherwise afford to attend College.

Global bursaries are also available for students to participate in the overseas experiences offered by College each year.

Bequests A gift in your Will provides you with the opportunity to support The Hamilton and Alexandra College once your needs, and those of your loved ones have been met.

Bequests can support the College as a whole, scholarships for students, a building project, a specific academic or interest area to you.

Formed in 2001, the Chaucer Society honours those who choose to leave a bequest to College it is a wonderful community of people that care for the future of this school.

HOW TO GIVE All donations are tax-deductible, and receipts will be issued.

Donate via hamiltoncollege.vic. edu.au/college-foundation or call College on 5572 1355.

“With the support of the Foundation, I was able to participate in the China Language and Cultural Tour in 2025. This was an incredible opportunity to practice my Mandarin and experience many of the locations and cultural traditions that we have learnt about in Chinese lessons. After learning Mandarin for six years, I find it very different from speaking in class to ordering off a local menu or asking for directions on a busy street. Thank you to the very generous donors that made this once in a lifetime experience possible.”

– Class of 2026 student

College Foundation Po Box 286, Hamilton Vic 3300 +6 3 5572 1355 foundation@hamiltoncollege.vic.edu.au

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QUESTIONS AND CONTACTS

We invite all College community members, passionate about nurturing students locally through quality education and access to a range of extraordinary opportunities, to become a Foundation member.

If you have any questions, ideas, would like to donate or be more involved in the Foundation, please reach out to a member of the Foundation Board – Penny Adamson, Hugh Macdonald, Graeme Linke, Jen Hutton, Natalie Bawden, Alex Robinson, Marcus Winter Cooke and Adam Dickson.

Membership requires a minimum donation of $500. Foundation members receive invitations to annual foundation events, specific communication, and insights into developments at the College. All donations are tax deductible.

It is a special feeling to be a part of this school’s future.

Alana Brown Director of Community Relations

abrown@hamiltoncollge.vic.edu.au