Foundation Boroondara is an independent strategic community philanthropist and an incorporated not for profit organisation. We are governed by a Board of Directors selected from the wider Boroondara community.

Our Mission

To build a spirit of community and active citizenship

Vision

Our vision is to enhance and strengthen our community by working together to encourage understanding, participation, belonging and well being. As a catalyst for the Boroondara community we are committed to:

• Building and strengthening our sense of community
• Creating opportunities for active individual and corporate citizenship
• Giving back via grant making programs
• Partnering with philanthropic donors together with community agencies to create innovative programs
• Identifying and responding to emerging social issues
• Initiating social research

Values

We value:

• Integrity and respect
• A diverse and inclusive community
• Partnership and teamwork
• Community strengthening by participation
• Philanthropy and sustainability
• Accountability, transparency and financial sustainability

Foundation Boroondara activities focus on two broad themes:

• Addressing the growing issue of social isolation
• Providing opportunities for children and young people in Boroondara achieve their potential