Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation (SCHF)

We are so proud to announce that Caroline Ongeleo-Calub has been named as one of F&P (Fundraising & Philanthropy) Movers and Shakers for 2024! Over the last six years, Caroline has been instrumental in raising over $50 million for kids' health. Recently, Caroline's strategy and stewardship led to a record-breaking pledge at SCHF's Gold Dinner 2024. Traditionally aimed at high-net-worth individuals and corporate donors, Caroline's strategic creativity revolutionised the event by engaging Trusts & Foundation donors, culminating in a historic $10.5 million pledge from Kids With Cancer Foundation Australia! Congratulations Caroline on this well-deserved recognition! Read more here: https://brnw.ch/21wMjIl

Even a small 1% gift in your Will to SCHF can significantly impact the future of children's health. This week we are celebrating Include a Charity Week (2-8 September) - an annual social change movement that highlights the significance of including a charitable gift in your Will. Through our online Wills provider Gathered Here, you can write your Will online for free and join our wonderful Movement of Many. Click here to create your online Will for FREE and help shape the future of kids' health by leaving a charitable gift to SCHF. https://brnw.ch/21wMfXg

Last weekend we were privileged to be part of the Running for Premature Babies Kids Fun Run in Coogee. It was a great day with kids of all ages taking part, and we were lucky to be joined by the Newborn & paediatric Emergency Transport Service (NETS NSW) team at the finish line to show participants how their fundraising helps. A huge thank you to Running for Premature Babies and everyone who came down to support the event and raised funds to support NETS.

We are thrilled to support the #SheGives campaign, celebrating the incredible impact of women in philanthropy. Today, we want to shine a spotlight on one of our own major donors, Penny Mapp, who plays a pivotal role in this inspiring movement. Penny, a devoted mother to Avery, has generously contributed to Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation in countless ways. Her most notable gift is the creation of the Albert Shun Outpatients Clinic - a purpose-built space bringing together all the multidisciplinary teams who help care for immunocompromised patients in one dedicated location. This clinic has provided some of our most vulnerable patients with a vital, safe space. The beautiful Avery Garden at the Albert Shun Outpatients Clinic also serves as a serene and healing space for young patients and their families. Join us in celebrating Penny’s unwavering commitment to making a difference and her dedication to improving children's health and well-being. 💖 Learn more about the #SheGives campaign and Penny Mapp's incredible support: https://lnkd.in/gr9JjHMD

We're Honored to Be a Finalist! 🎉 SCHF has been named one of the top 5 finalists in Third Sector Live's Workforce Excellence Award 2024! This recognition highlights our commitment to an Employee Value Proposition that fosters innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability, supporting our incredible staff, volunteers, and stakeholders in achieving our mission. But we need your support! Voting closes on 23 August—help us secure this award by casting your vote for SCHF today: https://lnkd.in/gHDyAtB4 Let's celebrate the power of teamwork and dedication together! 💪

🎉✨ Celebrating 6 Incredible Years with Christina Butler at Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation! ✨🎉 Today, we celebrate Christina Butler's six-year journey with SCHF, a path that began as a coordinator alongside Caroline. Together, they built our Trusts and Foundations team into the powerhouse it is today. Christina's impact goes far beyond her role—she has cultivated deep relationships with both clinicians and donors and crafted compelling grant applications that champion kids' health across NSW. 🌟 In 2022, Christina's dedication was rightfully recognized when she received the Association of Healthcare Philanthropy 40 Under 40 Award. This accolade is a testament to her exceptional commitment and hard work. Christina’s collaborative spirit and readiness to lend a helping hand make her a dream colleague and an invaluable asset to our team. Her passion for improving children’s health is evident in everything she does. Christina brings boundless energy and dedication to her role, embodying the very essence of our mission. It’s been an absolute joy to work with her over the years, and we look forward to continuing our journey together. Thank you, Christina, for your tireless efforts and unwavering commitment. Here’s to celebrating your achievements and to many more years of making a difference together! 🏆👶💖

A warm welcome to Aphroditi Zafiropoulos, who joins the Movement of Many as our new Corporate Communications Officer! Aphroditi brings a wealth of experience from the PR and Communications industry, having started her career in dedicated health communications before moving to the global agency Ogilvy, where she excelled in generating mass news and lifestyle media coverage for her clients. We're thrilled to have her on board! Thank you Aphroditi for joining our Movement of Many and going #allinforkidshealth!

We are thrilled to announce that Mark Hong has joined our Movement of Many as Director, Data and Technology! With an impressive career spanning IAG, Deloitte, CBA, Telstra, eBay, Woolworths, AMP Life, and most recently Me&u, Mark brings extensive experience in data science, analytics, and digital transformation. He will lead our Data and Technology team, including IT, Prospect Management, Donor Systems, and Analytics. Thank you Mark for joining our Movement of Many and going #allinforkidshealth!

🥇 FROM PATIENT TO PARALYMPIAN 🥇 At just six years old, Jasmine’s world was turned upside down when a life-threatening infection left her with permanent brain damage.  But it was through this experience that her extraordinary talent was discovered, and a Paralympic swimming star was born. 🏊♀️ Today, Jasmine still faces physical challenges from her brain injury. A seemingly minor action like adjusting her goggles can prove challenging. Despite this, Jasmine’s unwavering resilience has propelled her to qualify for the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games! Without donors generously supporting specialist nurses and allied health professionals including occupational therapists, inspiring stories like Jasmine’s may not be possible. With your help, we can give more kids like Jasmine the chance to thrive beyond the hospital walls. Become a Regular Giver today and give sick kids the chance at a future as bright as their dreams. 🔗 https://brnw.ch/21wLRbm.

Drumroll please 🥁 Yesterday, our amazing Team Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation (SCHF) sprinted past our fundraising record at City2Surf and raised an incredible $670,000 and counting for sick kids 🏃♀️ Funds raised will go directly to the frontline of children’s healthcare across Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network, comprising of Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, The Children's Hospital at Westmead, Bear Cottage, NETS - Newborn & Paediatric Emergency Transport Service and Kids Research. Our amazing volunteers, workplaces, families and even Fire and Rescue NSW firefighters rallied together to brave Heartbreak Hill and make every step count for SCHF. Thank you, Team SCHF, for going all in for kids’ health! Click the link to read all about yesterday’s event 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gh3RqtVf