Support Us
At HealthWISE, our vision is to create healthy communities. Serving vast areas of predominantly rural northern NSW and southern QLD, we focus on regions with a high prevalence of preventable diseases. As health professionals, we understand the social determinants of health and work to make positive, sustainable changes by partnering with communities.
The HealthWISE Gift Fund
The HealthWISE Gift Fund aims to support projects that promote healthy behaviours in our communities.
Governance and Funding
Administration and oversight of the fund adhere to rigorous governance standards, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Why Donate?
Your donation enables us to support these projects.
Community Impact
Since its inception in 2018, the HealthWISE Gift Fund has supported various organisations, empowering them to create meaningful change:
- Active Champions Fund: A partnership between HealthWISE and the Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS). This initiative is designed to support five exceptional young athletes, on their journey to qualify for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.
- Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Foundation: Assisted early childhood education centres in creating kitchen garden programs to teach children how to grow, harvest, prepare, and share fresh, healthy food.
- Pilliga New Generation Football Club: Enabled participation in a football carnival, fostering a sense of belonging and promoting mental and physical health through teamwork and goal-setting.
- Tamworth Cycle Club: Funded junior-size bikes and skill-building sessions, encouraging young people to develop cycling skills and improve fitness.
- Gomeroi Gaaynggal Centre: Provided fruit, vegetable, and meat vouchers as part of a program supporting mums and babies. The initiative focused on nutritional intake, emotional wellbeing, and the prevention of chronic disease.
- Moree Secondary College Girls’ Fitness Program: Supported group exercise classes and healthy breakfasts, empowering young girls to make positive lifestyle choices alongside their peers.
Ways You Can Support Us
Donate to the HealthWISE Gift Fund
By donating, you enable projects focussed on improving health and wellbeing. Your contribution directly supports our vision of creating healthy communities.
Partner with Us
The HealthWISE team is committed to driving positive change. If your purpose aligns with ours, we invite you to partner with us. Together, we can expand our reach and amplify our impact. To explore partnership opportunities, contact:
Email: comms.team@healthwise.org.au
Phone: Executive Manager of Strategy Sally Urquhart at 02 6766 1394
Every Dollar Counts
Many of our programs are made possible through funding from government, Primary Health Networks and other organisations. However, donations play a vital role in extending our reach and supporting community initiatives.
Your support can make a real difference.
Together, we can create healthier communities.
