Culture
We assist organisations build an enduring culture of philanthropy that outlasts short-term fundraising tactics. In about six months your organisation and staff can be empowered for a robust future.
Foundations
We can help organisations and families establish and operate their own foundation. Our extensive Intellectual Property covers all the necessary topics that can fast-track your foundation so it becomes effective and efficient in a short time.
Organisations
Draw on our skills and expertise to learn how to connect and inspire prospective donors. We can assist your organisation and staff to sharpen funding strategies, Major Gift plans, database management to secure real philanthropic support.
Philanthropy
Use our knowledge and accumulated experience to make giving fulfilling and strategic.
Philanthropy Reference Manual
Clients can request a customised 50 - 60 page manual full of templates, tools, information about Major Gifts; bequest societies; a naming policy; an investment policy; a Memorandum of Gift; know-how for appeals; thanking, stewardship; the different approaches for fundraising and philanthropy. This manual can be shared with senior staff and Board members so they become knowledgeable, involved and empowered.
Who We Help
- Second-generation independent schools
- Sporting organisations
- Arts organisations
- Indigenous groups
- Major NFPs
- Health related foundations
Where Do We Go
- We enjoy working in rural communities
- Melbourne
- Regional Victoria
- Interstate capital and regional cities
Profile of Gavan Woinarski
Gavan began his career in philanthropy and fundraising in 1995 after a distinguished career as a teacher and educational leader in Australia and the United Kingdom. After 11 years in educational fundraising, as Foundation Director at Melbourne Grammar School and Methodist Ladies' College, Gavan moved into the health sector as the Executive Director of the Mercy Health Foundation.
Gavan and his select team consult to organisations, families and individuals specialising in Foundation governance, strategic giving, planning, database management, crafting unique Case Statements, stewardship and pioneering endeavours that make a difference to people.
Motto
Philanthropy responds to a Vision more than a need.