Thank you to everyone who has been a part of the AMP Foundation’s journey over the last three years.
The past year has continued to test Australians. In times of uncertainty, the challenges we face are not felt equally; those already experiencing disadvantage are often impacted most. It is in these moments that the role of community, connection, and collective action become even more vital.
That is why we were grateful to be in a position to contribute an additional $1.75 million to support people facing cost‑of‑living pressures. This was not a departure from our strategy, but a powerful expression of it. It reflects our close connection to communities, our willingness to listen, and our ability to respond when extra support is needed. It speaks to our shared motivation and our readiness to act when circumstances call for it.
We have reached the conclusion of our 2023 2025 strategy with a sense of optimism. We remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting people with ideas that matter. Ideas that create opportunity, build resilience and strengthen communities. This Impact Report brings that commitment to life, celebrating the progress made and the collective effort behind it.
At its heart, this report is a story of impact. It is a reflection of the people and organisations we support through funding and capacity development.
We invite you to explore these stories, follow the links, and learn more about the inspiring work taking place across Australia.
Completing our 2023–2025 strategy has deepened our understanding of where we can have the greatest impact and how we can focus our resources to enable stronger, community‑led solutions. The insights gained and progress achieved over the past three years will guide us as we move confidently into our 2026–2030 strategy.
We look forward to the journey ahead and to sharing our continued progress as we focus all our efforts on creating the conditions for economic empowerment in communities across Australia.
Alexis George Chair Nicola Stokes CEO
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The Tomorrow Makers program helps social entrepreneurs bring their ideas to life, creating positive social impact in communities across Australia.
The Tomorrow Makers program provides financial support and capacity development to social entrepreneurs at different stages of their journey.
The Tomorrow Makers program helps social entrepreneurs design and develop solutions for their communities, creating positive change and shaping a brighter future for generations to come.
We held our third Tomorrow Makers SPARK 18 week program, providing 12 inspiring social entrepreneurs with capacity development and $20,000 in grant funding to test their ideas and plan how to turn those ideas into social enterprises that make a positive impact.
Tomorrow Makers IGNITE supported eight social enterprises in their start up phase to ensure they could commence trading within 12 months of starting the program. The eight Tomorrow Makers received $110,000 plus personalised capacity development support to build their strategic plan and progress their social enterprise.
The Tomorrow Makers program is proudly delivered in partnership with Impact Boom.
“We believe in the power of business for good, where social purpose is combined with business acumen to spark innovative solutions.
“Over the past three years, the Tomorrow Makers program has empowered social entrepreneurs to turn bold ideas into sustainable business models and thriving startups – a true testament to our program’s effectiveness. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to working alongside founders as they address unique opportunities in their communities, providing funding, targeted support, and capacity development that drives real, lasting change.”
Lucy Watson Tomorrow Makers Manager
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Queer Food is a queer and gender diverse led catering and food retail social enterprise. It increases queer and trans representation across the food industry and within historical narratives by creating meals and products that celebrate identity and build visibility for queer and trans communities.
Challenge The Label is Australia’s first social enterprise agency amplifying the voices of people with lived experience and leaders driving social change. They exist to elevate diverse voices, shift public narratives, and ensure lived experience expertise is recognised, respected, and paid.
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CandleXchange is a circular economy social enterprise transforming home fragrance by reducing waste and extending the life of candle containers. Through its Return and Swap and UpCandle programs, it keeps containers in use while supporting charities that help domestic violence survivors move to new homes.
Boas Language Academy is a for purpose language school in the Albury Wodonga region, teaching English and other languages to children and adults. It trains and employs migrant and refugee teachers, changing language from a barrier into a connector. Boas Language Academy celebrates the value of multilingualism in Australia.
Founder of Knowledge
BLD Engineers delivers specialised services across rail, energy, roads, and construction. The organisation simplifies complex infrastructure projects. As a certified social enterprise, it champions diversity, creates career pathways for women, migrants, and refugees, and builds a more inclusive industry workforce.
Knowledge Weaver is a digital learning space that helps Australians build the understanding, skills, and responsibility to be good treaty partners. Through self directed and community led learning, it delivers critical literacy and civic education that fosters respect and cultural understanding.
With over 25 years of experience in public space design, Obelia leads a social enterprise that enhances inclusivity in shared spaces. By helping stakeholders understand and respond to overlooked community needs, she creates healthier and more resilient places where everyone, especially women and girls, can thrive.
Worthy Cause is a social enterprise that creates employment opportunities for individuals facing significant barriers to employment. Through its cafés and cookie enterprise, it provides six months of income, training, and counselling, helping participants gain stability and create the life they deserve.
Andy de Groot
Founder of Queer Food
Karen Platt and Hayley Clarke
Co-Founders of CandleXchange
Diana Quiceno
Founder of BLD Engineers
Obelia Tait
Founder of Inhabit Place
Carla Raynes
Founder of Challenge The Label
Kristie Ivone
Founder of Boas Language Academy
Hayley McQuire
Weaver
Rick Cohen
Founder of Worthy Cause
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Sarah Olsson & Dr Karyn Sutcliffe
Co-Founders of The Mindset
WHO CARES aims to deliver paid mental health resilience programs for corporate and emergency service organisations. This will provide practical, evidence based wellbeing strategies for employees, while ensuring every paid session directly funds wellbeing programs for unpaid carers.
The Mindset is developing a mental health app for primary and secondary students. Created by psychologists Sarah and Karyn, it responds to rising adolescent distress and suicide rates by building coping skills, resilience, and supporting young people’s mental wellbeing.
Founder of Split the Profit
Split the Profit is reinvesting profits from custom apparel into grassroots sport. Founded on lived experience, it works to lower barriers to participation, ensuring more Australians can access community sport and benefit from the wellbeing, connection, and opportunity it creates.
Founder of Project:herBEAUTY
Project:herBEAUTY is a beauty salon supporting First Nations women after incarceration. It aims to provide ongoing training and employment in hairdressing to strengthen economic stability, rebuild connections, challenge stigma, and support reintegration into the community.
Ronnie Benbow OAM
Founder of WHO CARES
Sharin Milner
Tahlia Isaac
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Improving Financial Fairness
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First Nations People
Exam Insights is transforming how Australian students prepare for year 12 exams. Every year, more than 100,000 students sit final exams that shape their ATAR, influencing university offers, scholarships, and graduation. The student led social enterprise supported more than 22,000
students and educators across 450 Queensland schools and is now looking to scale this model into other states and territories. The platform turns past exam papers into free syllabus aligned tools, helping students everywhere reach their potential through fairer access to education.
Bradley Cox on leveraging software to empower students through accessible exam preparation
Food Ladder is redefining food security through innovation and education. The organisation equips schools with smart greenhouse systems and a digital learning platform that teaches students to grow their own food. By combining AI driven technology with hands on learning,
Food Ladder improves nutrition, health, and economic participation in remote, regional, and low socioeconomic communities. Food Ladder has plans to reach 1,000 schools by 2030. When children are nourished, they can learn effectively and reach their full potential.
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Indigenous Futures Foundation is a not for profit organisation working to end the food crisis in First Nations communities within our lifetime. Through its social enterprise Love Ya Corporate Catering, it connects organisations with a vibrant network of Indigenous and non Indigenous caterers. Each
meal ordered helps fund community food hubs, provides nutritious meals to Indigenous families, and supports cooking and nutrition workshops that strengthen food security and improve health across Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Levi Joel Tamou on creating food security and anchoring purpose in culture
Luke Anderson on transformational employment pathways for formerly incarcerated Australians Podcast Podcast Podcast Podcast
Kelly McJannett on creating equitable food systems and transforming education in remote areas
Fair Threads is a social enterprise dedicated to providing pathways to second chances. Founded on personal experiences within the corrections system, Fair Threads offers prison compliant clothing for inmates in Victorian facilities while creating meaningful job opportunities for
ex inmates. Each item is carefully selected and packaged for secure delivery to correctional facilities, ensuring dignity for inmates alongside system compliance. Fair Threads is working to reduce recidivism and promote the successful reintegration of individuals into society.
Bradley Cox
Co-Founder of Exam Insights
Levi-Joel Tamou
Founder of Love Ya Corporate Catering
Kelly McJannett
Co-Founder and CEO of Food Ladder
Luke Anderson
Founder of Fair Threads
Improving Financial Fairness
First Nations People
Female led Businesses
Improving Financial Fairness
2024 SPARK Tomorrow Maker
Accessilife is reimagining accessibility through a centralised marketplace that connects people with disabilities to verified products and services. Founded by Maria Jerez, inspired by her lived experience as a mother and carer, the platform empowers individuals with greater choice,
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control, and independence. By bridging gaps in a fragmented system, Accessilife transforms everyday challenges into opportunities for inclusion and connection, proving that accessibility solutions can be both innovative and supportive.
Maria Jerez on defining your purpose and increasing accessibility for people with disabilities
Top Blokes Foundation is improving the mental health and well being of young men across Australia. The organisation delivers mentoring programs that build emotional intelligence, resilience, and leadership. The Top Blokes Mentoring for 18–24 program supports young
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male employees through an eight week journey that strengthens confidence and connection in the workplace. By creating space for honest conversations and positive role modelling, Top Blokes is helping young men lead safer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.
Melissa Abu Gazaleh on redefining masculinity and mental health support helping young men to thrive
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Yarn Speech is a digital speech pathology platform transforming how Australian families access early childhood speech therapy. Designed to reduce long wait times, it utilises AI powered tools to deliver timely, evidence based intervention for children aged zero to three. By using a parent
led tool, Yarn Speech ensures that every child, especially those in rural and remote areas, can develop strong communication skills early in life. Yarn Speech helps children build skills and confidence, developing healthy pathways for lifelong learning.
Female led Businesses Rebecca Keeley on dismantling barriers to allied health access through digital innovation
of She Shapes History
She Shapes History is transforming how Australians connect with the past through guided walking tours that celebrate the achievements of women and queer figures previously excluded from Australia’s history. Founded in Canberra, the social enterprise is working to close the gender
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respect gap. Each tour reveals stories often left untold, inspiring a connection with women’s stories of the past. By unearthing and reshaping the history of who is seen and heard, She Shapes History is correcting the Australian historical narrative for a more inclusive future.
Sita Sargeant on tourism for social impact and activating women’s history
Maria Jerez
Founder of Accessilife
Rebecca Keeley
Founder of Yarn Speech
Melissa Abu-Gazaleh
Founder of Top Blokes Foundation
Sita Sargeant
Founder
2024 SPARK Tomorrow Maker
2024 SPARK Tomorrow Maker
2024 SPARK Tomorrow Maker
Reignite
Since its launch in November 2024, our Alumni program has provided sustained support for social entrepreneurs, extending their journey and enabling continued growth beyond the Tomorrow Makers program.
With the backing of the AMP Foundation, each Tomorrow Maker receives an annual Business For Good Network (BFGN) membership, ensuring ongoing capacity development and connection to a values driven community. The program offers alumni continuous learning opportunities, practical support, and meaningful ways to stay engaged as they grow their social enterprises.
Alumni benefit from a dedicated online community, curated resources, and the chance to learn from one another’s experiences. Regular in person gatherings, participation as panellists in BFGN webinars, and invitations to events such as the Social Enterprise Bus Tours further strengthen these connections.
In 2025, the Tomorrow Makers Alumni community harnessed peer support to achieve significant progress, reach new milestones, and gain greater recognition of their impact.
Showcase
The 2025 Tomorrow Makers Showcase was a vibrant celebration of bold innovation and social impact. Over 120 guests came together to witness our graduating SPARK Tomorrow Makers present their creative and impactful social enterprise ideas developed over the 18 week program. The evening highlighted their unique journeys, strategic roadmaps, and the power of community in driving positive change.
Special congratulations to Rick Cohen, who received the People’s Choice Award and an additional $20,000 grant to expand his social enterprise, Worthy Cause.
This year’s showcase not only celebrated the achievements of our Tomorrow Makers but also served as a powerful gathering point for sector leaders, partners, and alumni. The event fostered meaningful connections across the social enterprise community, enabling the exchange of insights, support, and inspiration. By uniting Tomorrow Makers with influential voices and past program graduates, the showcase reinforced the enduring value of tailored support, capacity development, and a collaborative ecosystem.
Matching AMP employee donations of time and money to create positive social impact in communities across Australia.
The AMPlifiers program doubles the generosity of AMP employees’ volunteering and fundraising initiatives across Australia.
Over the past year, employees across AMP have contributed their time, skills, and energy through volunteering and fundraising to support communities across Australia. Their collective efforts have supported a diverse range of causes, demonstrating the powerful impact that can be achieved when people are motivated and supported to take action.
AMPlifiers gives AMP employees the flexibility to choose how they contribute — whether by volunteering their time and professional expertise or fundraising for causes they care deeply about. The AMP Foundation amplifies their impact by matching the value of employees’ donated time and money, helping charities benefit not only from financial support but also from the professional skills and capability of AMP people.
The leadership shown by AMP employees — through passion, dedication and action — demonstrates how lasting change can occur when people are empowered to act on what matters most to them.
“ The AMPlifiers program brings purpose to life in a very human way. ‘Be somebody who makes everybody feel like somebody’ is a value I try to lead with, and AMPlifiers creates the space for our people to do that – by showing up, sharing skills, and backing community organisations in ways that genuinely matter.”
donations
from team volunteering $392,381
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Supertee
AMP employees packed 1,731 Supertees during 2025. These care packs were distributed across 108 hospitals nationwide, ensuring children and families received support wherever it was needed most. Through AMP Foundation’s ongoing support, more children than ever were reached in 2025, reinforcing the impact of practical, people‑centred partnerships.
178 volunteers
Cerebral Palsy Alliance
12 volunteers
ReLove
Volunteering
253 volunteers
“The energy and enthusiasm from our team were incredible, and the presence of ReLove Co Founders, Ren Fernando and Ben Stammer, added a deeply personal touch to the experience. Their stories and ReLove’s mission, to restore dignity and comfort through sustainable furnishing, resonated strongly with us. It was a humbling and rewarding day that reminded us of the power of community and compassion.” Natalia Clampett, AMP employee.
Eat Up
“I had the privilege of spending the day at the Sydney Royal Easter Show with Georgia and Jessie. These two beautiful people had me smiling and laughing the entire day. Jessie and Georgia were very cheeky, fun, loved to have a joke, but most of all were so kind and friendly. Both thanked me and shared that I made their day more fun.” Selina Haydon, AMP employee.
AMP employees came together to help children who might otherwise go without lunch. In total, over 300 employees made over 10,000 sandwiches for school communities.
Making sandwiches is a simple act with a big impact, showing how working together can help feed young Australians in need.
349 volunteers
Dymocks Children’s Charities
AMP employees packed book boxes for schools and community programs supporting literacy, equity, and giving them a better understanding of how access to books can influence young people. “This initiative was more than a day away from desks. It was a chance to connect as a team, reflect on community, and contribute to a cause that aligns with our values.” Sukanya Venkataraman, AMP employee.
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St Vincent de Paul Society
The AMP Foundation, as the National Dollar Match Partner, donated $200,000 for the Vinnies 20th Anniversary CEO Sleepout. Five AMP employees volunteered at the 24 hour event, helping with setup, registrations, and supporting participants through the night. Their involvement showed the belief that real change comes from both financial help and personal action. The CEO Sleepout highlights the housing insecurity many Australians face. It shows what can happen when people work together with empathy, generosity, and determination to help others move out of homelessness and into safer futures.
5 volunteers
OzHarvest
Volunteering
94 volunteers
“We had an incredible experience volunteering at the OzHarvest ‘Cooking for a Cause’ session. It was a rewarding morning filled with teamwork, compassion, and delicious food. OzHarvest is Australia’s leading food rescue and relief organisation, operating nationally on a mission to ‘Nourish our Country’ by stopping good food from going to waste.” Tia Holmes, AMP employee.
Parramatta Mission
AMP employees sorted clothing, unpacked food donations, organised the library, and prepared and served meals to more than 200 people. “We were all moved by the smiles we brought to people’s faces as they lined up for lunch. This experience will linger in our hearts for years, especially whenever we walk or drive past Parramatta Mission.” Gary Anderson, AMP employee.
45 volunteers
Australian Cancer Research
The Old Blokes are a group of car enthusiasts and mates, brought together by a shared experience of cancer. Every two years, they drive through regional Australia for a cause close to home. Through every kilometre, they are helping fund breakthroughs that will improve prevention, detection, and treatment.
$28,950 matched
Cancer Council NSW
“In reality, cancer touches almost every family and every workplace in some way. Through Navigate Advisory’s involvement with the Cancer Council NSW pro bono service, I have seen families impacted by significant emotional and financial pressure while trying to stay focused on their wellbeing. This has reinforced the importance of stepping in and providing support where needed.” Dennis Spiroski, Advisor.
$7,643 matched
Krazy Kosci Klimb
“I’m so grateful to be given the opportunity to support the Cerebral Palsy Alliance and Team Hanisi in the 2025 Krazy Kosci Klimb. Having had a younger brother with severe Cerebral Palsy, I have first hand experience with the amazing work the CPA does to support these children and their families when they need it most.” Michael Claydon, AMP employee.
$10,058 matched
Tour de Cure
“The day went really well! Kicked off by meeting up with friends and collecting our gear. Then ran out from the parade circle and along the racetrack at Royal Randwick for five laps for a total of five kilometres. The day was warm and the running hard, but it felt great to contribute to a worthy cause.” Nick Bollard, AMP employee.
$1,251 matched
RUN DIPG
To raise funds for RUN DIPG, a charity dinner was held, bringing together 89 attendees. The event created a meaningful opportunity to raise awareness and foster connection around a cause that is deeply important to those involved. The evening featured Shane Oliver, Senior Economist at AMP, as the keynote speaker, whose insights and involvement helped make the night both engaging and memorable. Guests also took part in interactive activities throughout the event, contributing to a strong sense of community and shared purpose.
$18,005 matched
The Australia and New Zealand Sarcoma Association
“Cancer has a way of touching far more lives than we often realise, and sarcoma can be especially confronting because of how rare and complex it is. Taking part in the Sarcoma Plankathon was a way for me to turn that reality into action. Seeing colleagues rally behind the cause was incredibly moving and reminded me how much strength there is in shared support. Funding one extra sarcoma researcher creates the potential for extraordinary impact – you never know whose mind holds the breakthrough.” Anna Shelley, AMP employee.
$8,340 matched
LocalKind
$2,502 matched
“The funding enables the delivery of immediate, trauma‑informed support to those in crisis, including safety planning, emergency accommodation assistance, police and court support, and access to essential items such as food and clothing. It also supports the expansion of case management capacity, ensuring clients receive ongoing guidance as they navigate housing, legal processes, and financial recovery.” Helio Brindeiro, Advisor.
Wombats Wish
The funds raised by the Wombats Walk supported the delivery of three weekend grief camps, providing support to 45 families. The funding also supports six session counselling programs for 40 children and parents, extending vital support to families navigating grief across Victoria.
$78,348 matched
Wrap up
This past year, AMP employees have shown what is possible when generosity is matched with action. By volunteering and fundraising, they have supported causes and communities they care about, giving their time, care, and commitment to needs within our community.
These efforts are a demonstration of their shared belief in compassion and the importance of taking action.
In May, the AMP Foundation celebrated National Volunteer Week ‘Connecting Communities.’ This theme is at the core of our work, bringing people together to strengthen our society through purposeful action.
We celebrated 15 outstanding AMP employees through our Unsung Heroes program. Each person has given over 80 hours of their personal time or served on a not for profit board, supporting causes such as mental health, mentoring, grassroots sports, and many other national charities.
Their leadership shows us that change happens when passion, dedication, and commitment meets action.
Our collective action initiatives support sustainable and flourishing ecosystems that create positive social impact across Australia.
Rural Aid
“When the floods hit, it was hard to know where to turn or how we’d manage. Then Rural Aid stepped in, bringing hay, funding support, and a water tank that’s still making a difference to us every day. I’m so thankful for everything Rural Aid has done. Knowing there’s someone in your corner during the hard times, it means a lot,” Vince Richardson, Adavale, Western Queensland.
$200,000
Global Sisters
$250,000
“Our partnership with AMP Foundation demonstrates what long term, aligned investment can achieve. Together, we’ve backed women into business, proven self employment as a pathway to economic security, and strengthened the foundations for lasting change in communities. This work is about increasing women’s income, assets, and agency – so they can choose their economic futures with confidence.” Mandy Richards, CEO.
The Funding Network
“AMP Foundation’s Catalyst Partner support enables The Funding Network to champion grassroots organisations with solutions that are already working, and connect them with people ready to act. In 2025, that partnership mobilised $1.65 million for 30 organisations across four impact areas, reaching an estimated 11,500 people experiencing disadvantage across Australia and the world.” Kristen Lark, CEO.
$250,000
$500,000
In 2025, Social Enterprise Schools introduced new flexible pathways, expanding opportunities for young people in rural and regional communities to create impact for people and planet. With AMP Foundation’s support, ACRE strengthened curriculum alignment, co designed an assessment with teachers, and embedded a clear data roadmap.
Eat Up
$100,000
Thanks to the AMP Foundation’s three year, $300,000 support, Eat Up delivered hundreds of thousands of healthy lunches. These meals help students come to school nourished and focused, and they also make things easier for families and schools. Over 60 clubs, community groups, organizations, and schools joined Eat Up sessions to prepare and deliver meals together.
St Vincent de Paul Society NSW
Our partnership with Vinnies NSW has helped people when they needed it most. Since July 2025, Vinnies NSW has supported over 94,000 people. 50% of those people were experiencing housing stress. The AMP Foundation has directly helped 495 people with cost of allowing them to remain in their homes.
$300,000
Mission Australia
$300,000
The AMP Foundation is contributing $900,000 through a three year agreement towards Mission Australia’s Safe Homes Initiative. Thanks to this funding, they can place dedicated case workers in vulnerable communities, providing early intervention and one to one support to help people maintain stable tenancies. More people can stay safely housed, sooner and for longer, with the support they need, building stability for individuals, families, and their communities.
The AMP Foundation has given $500,000 to support Foodbank Australia during the cost of living crisis and an additional $500,000 for a new food hub in South Australia. The Foodbank Hunger Report 2025 shows that one in three Australian households experienced food insecurity in the past year. This highlights the scale of the challenge for families and communities. Foodbank
$1,000,000
Impact investments Collective action
Tackling isolation in aged care, TeaTime is a simple, inclusive platform that connects residents with families, peers, and communities. By sharing everyday moments through facilitated, staff supported access, it removes digital barriers and builds ongoing connection. The two year $1.2m from AMP Foundation results in even greater engagement, emotional wellbeing and a more human, connected care experience.
$600,000
Remote OpShop Project
The Remote OpShop Project gives pre loved items a new purpose by supporting independent, locally owned OpShops in First Nations communities across remote Australia. With three year, $1.5m support from AMP Foundation, the Remote OpShop Project improves access to affordable goods, reduces waste, and creates local economic opportunities grounded in circular economy principles.
$500,000
We invest up to 10% of our corpus in impact investments which positively impact communities across Australia.
We were one of the first Australian Foundations to build an impact investment portfolio, commencing with participation in Australia’s first social impact bond Newpin NSW in 2013 which successfully matured in 2020. As at December 2025, we have 12 impact investments. Click on the links below to read more about those impact investments.
Total commitment
$12.8m
• ARC Social Impact Bond Australian Unity SDA Fund
• Catalyst Education
• CIM Social Housing Fund 1
• CIM Social Housing Fund 2
• FPIP Social Impact Fund 1
• Giant Leap Fund 2
• Murray Darling Basin Balanced Water Fund
• Newpin SA Social Impact Bond
• Ngutu College
• SVA Diversified Impact Fund
• Synergis Fund
Impact Investments
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Over the next five years we will focus our resources to create the conditions for economic empowerment in communities across Australia. Helping people create their tomorrow.
