Join Our Community
Invest in the wellbeing of Melbourne women and families in need with a community of donors.
Annual Membership
$1,150
An Annual membership contributes:
- $1,000 to our grants pool
- $150 covers administration costs
We offer several membership options
NextGen Membership
$575
NextGen is for individuals aged between 18-35, offering all the opportunities and voting rights of Standard Membership.
- $500 contributes to our grants pool
- $75 covers administration costs of the giving circle
Employer Sponsored Membership
$1,150
If you’re an employer, increase the impact of your employee wellbeing and social responsibility efforts by funding an annual, tax-deductible membership for an employee. Fund as many as you wish.
- $1,000 contributes to our grants pool
- $150 covers administration costs
3 Year Membership
$3,450
A 3-year membership contributes to:
- $3,000 to our grants pool over three years
- $450 covers administration costs for three years
Monthly Membership
Depends on month you start paying
For those who prefer not to pay their Standard Membership or Next Gen Membership in one go.
Our Monthly Membership option allows you to pay a monthly allotment throughout the financial year so you achieve your $1,150 (Standard Membership) or $575 (Next Gen Membership) by June 30th.
Life Membership
$25,000
A tax-deductible donation of $25,000 secures your membership for life, exempt from any administration fees.
As a Life Member, you’ll enjoy the privilege of voting for Annual Grant Awards perpetually, ensuring your lasting impact on our community’s initiatives.
Interested in A Life Membership? Please reach out to us at [email protected] or donate directly below.
Membership and Donations
Every financial year, we collect tax-deductible membership donations, and broader community donations targeted for our grants round, into a grants pool.
Members Vote to Distribute Funds
In October, members determine how that grants pool is distributed by voting on a shortlist of eligible grant applicants. Only members have voting rights.
Benefits of Membership
Meet Our Members
“I felt inspired to join the Melbourne Women’s Foundation after attending the Foundation’s Digital Inclusion learning event. Highlighting, unpacking and addressing gender equity issues is so important.”
Phil
Member since 2024
“Becoming a member of the Melbourne Women’s Foundation allows me to channel my passion into making a tangible impact for women across our community.”
Meggan
Member since 2024
“I joined the Melbourne Women’s Foundation to learn more about philanthropy and connect with a diverse network. It’s rewarding to play a small role in building capacity for organisations that support women and families. Giving together to create significant impact is fun and so powerful.”
Michelle V.
Member since 2018
“Joining Melbourne Women’s Foundation as a member unites my passion for social justice with a commitment to making a local community impact in Melbourne.
The Foundation’s focus on democratised giving and supporting women in vulnerable circumstances deeply resonates with me, seamlessly bridging my efforts from global to local.”
Saffura
Member since 2023
“I was introduced to the Melbourne Women’s Foundation from my colleagues who were already members. The welcoming and informative atmosphere, especially from the NextGen group, sparked my enthusiasm to step up as the NextGen Chair.
The giving circle approach means that while individually my contribution may not make a large difference alone, together, we are making a meaningful contribution to nonprofits.”
Hannah
Member since 2020
“I joined the Melbourne Women’s Foundation to make a direct contribution (both money and volunteering time) to a cause that is very close to my heart – investing in the wellbeing of women and girls.
I have a deep belief in the power of collective action, and actively encouraging people to think about how they can contribute to the greater good, and Melbourne Women’s Foundation is a great platform for both those things.”
Katherine
Member since 2024
“I joined the Melbourne Women’s Foundation because I believe in the impact of collective giving & collaborating with a group of likeminded women.
For me, MWF represents a commitment to champion equality and nurture and empower the aspirations of women. It’s about being part of a movement that believes in the power of collective generosity to create lasting change.”
Mary
Member since 2024