Be Part of Noosa's Future: Support Local Charities and Youth

Together we can

Make Noosa a better place for everyone

WHO WE ARE

We are a Community Foundation that covers primarily the Noosa Region.

We act as a facilitator between donors and eligible charities. We are a Not-For-Profit run as a Company Limited by Guarantee.

Fundraising administration and caretaking of funds raised is carried out by a separate specialist funds manager. Donations to us can be tax deductible if desired. All Foundation staff are volunteers so all income goes to charitable purposes.

WHAT WE DO

We Raise Donations

The Foundation raises tax-deductible donations in addition to assisting local charities to raise funds (MORE)

We Manage Bequests

NCF can accept bequests left in Wills and Memorials to remember loved ones. These are invested in perpetuity. Each year, the income is distributed to the charities specified by the donor (MORE)

We Service Charities

We help charities with their own fundraising and administration. They can then focus more on delivering their services where they are needed.

We Boost Impact

We strive to make charitable operations in the Noosa Region more efficient and to have more impact. Your donation goes even further.

We Support Youth

Our Scholarship programs help both disadvantaged and talented children get a better education and gain life skills.

We Rely on People

The Foundation is entirely powered by volunteers at every level. More are always welcome. Our Ambassador program draws on our network of residents to spread the word about how our services help the community (MORE)

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SUPPORTED CAUSES

We group all charitable causes the Foundation is permitted to donate to into charitable Panels or groups of charities doing similar work. You can pick a Panel and we will allocate your donations in the most beneficial way between your chosen Panel members (MORE)

Environment, Conservation & Climate * Individual / Family Services & Support * Indigenous Community * Arts & Culture * Community & Economic Development * Housing & Homeless * Animal Welfare & Training

Project Kickstart

Kickstart supports local charities helping local financially or educationally challenged Noosa youth and those caught up in domestic and family issues. The goal is to support them to improve their education and quality of life now and so set them up for a better life!

Youth Education Support

Learn more about how your donations can help financially challenged Noosa school, university and VET students get a much better start in life

Provide a helping hand

We can’t make it alone. We need your help. Your small help can bring a big change.

Courtesy, Noosa FM 101.3, Noosa’s NFP community radio station

GRANTEE FEEDBACK

At SunnyKids, we are deeply grateful for the generous support of the Noosa Community Foundation. Their funding has enabled us to provide critical early intervention and support services to vulnerable children and families in our community. This vital assistance helps create safe, stable environments where young people can thrive, fostering resilience and a brighter future for those who need it most. Thanks to the Noosa Community Foundation, we can continue our mission of breaking the cycle of disadvantage and empowering families to reach their full potential.

The committee of The Thursday Girls is very appreciative of the generous grant from the Noosa Community Foundation. As a registered charity it will be used to further our work supporting children and young people whose families are suffering financial hardship. We fund optional but educationally beneficial school programmes such as school camps, music and swimming lessons plus uniforms to name a few. Local schools apply for funds for individual students and if approved the funds are paid directly to the schools, providing the nominated student access to new opportunities and educational resources.

“Noosa & District Landcare Group greatly appreciated the grant from Noosa Community Foundation. This money will go to conserving our local environment, educating and training our Trainees, members and the general public on environmental issues.” Jan 2024

"Sunshine Butterflies was incredibly grateful to receive the funds from the Noosa Community Foundation for 'Our Backyard' Playgroup. This support ensures the continuation of a space that is inclusive, accessible, and welcoming for families and children from all walks of life” Jan 2024

"At Altitude Scholarships we are incredibly grateful for the financial support provided by Noosa Foundation. Thanks to their generosity, we were able to support five bright and ambitious young people to continue their education without financial worry. In addition to relieving financial burdens, the scholarships facilitated by the Noosa Foundation fosters increased levels of confidence among recipients, ensuring they stand on equal footing with their peers as they pursue their educational goals." Jan 2024

"Sunshine Coast Riding for the Disabled
The Noosa Foundation has provided funding to assist keeping our horses in the very best of care and condition which enables our equine therapy sessions to run. Our horse welfare is a very high priority for our Centre. Donations for horse sponsorship help to cover the costs of hay, hard feeds, mineral supplements, farrier, dental, essential vaccinations such as Hendra and more. The financial upkeep of a horse herd of 22 is not inconsequential! A donation of funds earlier in the year from Noosa Foundation was dedicated towards the care and well being of a new mare Misty." June 2024

The Noosa Community Foundation (NCF) Bursaries will support Noosa-based students with financial need and enrolled in any undergraduate program at the University of the Sunshine Coast. NCF will donate funds for equity bursaries valued at $2,500 each.

DONOR FEEDBACK

"I am proud to both be a part of and support the work of the Foundation. Living and working in Noosa provides me with some good insight into our community and the areas where our work can be most impactful. Knowing that my donation will directly benefit my local community is the reason why I have donated and will continue to support the Foundation."

"Our recent World Inclusion Day Event at the Noosa Heads Surf Club was well supported with over 120 residents attending from the Noosa Community. The event was initiated to raise funds for two local families needing to purchase new family vehicles capable of transporting wheel chairs. We appreciate the support that the Noosa Foundation provided for the receipt and disbursement of our fundraising efforts. It is such a great service that you have initiated for our local community and we recommend your charity to other event organisers and those looking to make donations toward local initiatives. Thank you once again Noosa Foundation. Steve Mawby, Amelia Lorentson and many others from Charity Champions"

"I commend the Noosa Foundation for its work in providing a clear and easy mechanism to link philanthropists with worthy Noosa based organisations. People who are passionate about supporting the Noosa community will find the Noosa Foundation enabling donations to occur within a strong governance framework and also allowing the donor to direct donations to your specific areas of interest. A win / win.."

"Keith and I have been donating to a number of charities, both within Australia and overseas, for many years. We have selected organisations where additional financial support can make a difference to their outcomes, and which align with some of our interests. Having been involved in the Noosa community for many years and been volunteers in various community organisations, we felt we wanted to be more local in some of our giving and so were delighted to have Scott Williams introduce the idea of Noosa Community Foundation. This enables us to have a localized philanthropic strategy with support from a structure (NCF) which assists with identifying needs and developing a giving network. A structure such as NCF also enhances the likelihood of engaging other like minded locals to contribute to a local cause of their own choosing and to share ideas and inspirations, thus encouraging others and maximizing our impact. As a result of Noosa Community Foundation’s research and networking throughout the community, as well as their due diligence, Keith and I are assisted in our decision making regarding support for local organisations, thus achieving the best positive outcomes from our giving."

We need you and your help

The Noosa Community Foundation runs on volunteer power to improve the Noosa Shire community. Join in to help when and where you can.

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