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Established as a not-for- profit organisation in June 2002, at the time of IOOF’s demutualisation, the IOOF Foundation recognises the historical origins of IOOF and the important role it has played in the Australian community since 1846. 

The IOOF Foundation takes its role as the charity vehicle for the IOOF group very seriously and is dedicated to making an ongoing commitment to the community in which we live. The Foundation achieves this by allocation of time and effort to research potential grant recipients and providing grants in line with our grant policy that supports Australian not-for-profit organisations that work in the following areas: 

• Aged care 

• Disadvantage families; 

• Disadvantaged children and youth. 

When established the IOOF Foundation received nearly two million shares in IOOF Holdings to fund its activities, the Foundation has now gifted over $8 million to over 140 organisations. In 2011 more than $900,000 was granted to not-for-profit organisations. 

## 2011-12 Grant Recipients 

## Carinya Society 

For over 59 years Carinya Society has provided accommodation, adult day programs and support services to advance the independence, dignity, self-worth and human rights of people with intellectual disabilities. With the Foundation’s support, Carinya was able to purchase a Toyota Hiace Bus. Grant $20,000 

## Catholic Homes for the Elderly 

Established in 1960, Catholic Homes is a not-for-profit group focused on providing independent living units to those who are financially disadvantaged; Catholic Homes provides fully integrated residential aged care to more than 1,000 seniors. With the grant received they have installed 3 automatic doors that will enable residents with mobility problems – to easily access the outdoor courtyards. Grant $15,480 

## Frontier Services 

Frontier Services is the largest provider of aged and community care in remote Australia and delivers a wide range of critical services including health care, children’s services, community support and remote ministry. Numbala Nunga is a 26-bed culturally appropriate aged care facility based in Derby, WA. Run by Frontier Services, it caters primarily for indigenous Australians. The Foundation covered the project cost to expand the veranda into a large decked area covering the dirt courtyard, giving all residents access to an expansive outdoor area. Grant $21,600 

## Good Shepherd Youth & Family Service 

Established by the Good Shepherd  sisters in 1976, the organisation works for Victoria’s most vulnerable young people and families. The Foundation has supported the Driver Education program since 2009 and the grant for an additional car will double the hours available for learners. Grant $20,500 

