The impactful charities and great people we work with.

Charity Partners

Our Wonderful Clients

  • APCO Foundation

    A not-for-profit arm of the retail fuel brand, raising funds via community donations to support projects in health, education, poverty and disaster relief across Victoria and NSW.

  • ARIIA

    A national innovation and research body dedicated to improving the aged-care workforce’s knowledge, practices and technologies across Australia.

  • Bridge It

    A Melbourne-based charity focused on providing housing and support for young women (16-21) exiting out-of-home care or homelessness, with the goal of ending youth homelessness.

  • CF Together

    A national organisation that advocates for people living with cystic fibrosis in Australia, delivering support services, resources and research-driven change for the CF community.

  • Confit

    A charity that uses fitness training and mentoring (led by people with lived justice-system experience) to support incarcerated and at-risk young people in reintegration and reduce recidivism.

  • Cool.org

    An Australian education non-profit providing high-quality, downloadable curriculum-aligned teaching resources and professional learning to empower teachers and students.

  • Cotton On Foundation

    The philanthropic arm of the Cotton On Group, focused on empowering youth globally through education, environment and mental-health projects.

  • Dementia Australia

    Australia’s national peak body offering information, advice and support for people living with dementia, their families and carers.

  • Eating Disorders Victoria

    A Victorian charity connecting people affected by eating disorders with the services and support they need for recovery.

  • Ending Loneliness Together

    A national network raising awareness of loneliness as a social, health and economic issue and developing evidence-based tools to build connection across Australia.

  • Good Sammy Enterprises

    A WA-based “for-purpose” organisation creating inclusive employment and traineeship pathways for people with disability.

  • Geelong Cats Foundation

    The Geelong Cats Foundation invests in community wellbeing and grassroots sport pathways, raising funds and mobilising resources for health, education and participation initiatives through the iconic Geelong Football Club.

  • It’s Ok To Not Be Okay

    A registered mental-health charity founded by grieving sisters, dedicated to advocacy and community support for grief, suicide prevention and mental-wellbeing.

  • Landcare NSW

    The peak body for the community Landcare movement in New South Wales; supports local groups with resources, leadership and advocacy to protect and manage natural environments.

  • Left Write Hook

    A trauma-informed program that supports adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and gendered violence through an 8-week writing and non-contact boxing program to reclaim agency and heal.

  • Local Kind Northern Beaches

    A community-based charity on Sydney’s Northern Beaches supporting vulnerable people (homelessness, domestic violence, refugees, youth) through drop-in hubs, outreach & early intervention.

  • Madalah

    A First Nations-led not-for-profit in WA offering secondary, transition & tertiary scholarships to Indigenous students from remote, rural or regional communities.

  • Melbourne Youth Orchestra

    The leading ensemble music education provider in Victoria for young people (ages 8-25), offering multiple orchestras, bands, programs and concerts to develop emerging musicians.

  • MIFF

    An independent not-for-profit film festival running since 1952, MIFF brings together world-class cinema and Australia’s largest showcase of local filmmaking, creating must-see communal screen experiences for audiences and industry alike

  • Monkey Baa

    A national charity creating extraordinary live theatre experiences for young audiences (ages ~3-13), touring Australia and breaking down barriers so every child can access the power of performance.

  • Next Sense

    Australia-wide not-for-profit that delivers hearing and vision programs (including the country’s most comprehensive cochlear-implant service) and supports children, adults and families to overcome sensory barriers.

  • One in Five

    A mental-health research charity in Australia that raises funds to back cutting-edge scientific work into treatments and cures for mental illness.

  • One Ball

    One Ball uses football to build belonging, confidence and cross-cultural connection among children and young people (5-17y) from diverse backgrounds, offering affordable programs across Melbourne that pair sport with character development.

  • Orygen

    A national leader in youth mental health research, policy, education and clinical care — working to redefine what’s possible for young people’s mental wellbeing.

  • Philia

    Philia is the grantmaking arm of Aeon Media, supporting high-impact work in homelessness and environmental innovation. Guided by Aeon’s values of depth and public good, it funds projects driving systems change and lasting capability.

  • Royal Children's Hospital Foundation

    The fundraising arm of The Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne: raising money to support cutting-edge care, research and equipment so children and their families thrive.

  • SANE Australia

    A national mental-health charity providing free digital & tele-services, peer support and advocacy for adults with complex mental health needs and their carers.

  • Southside Justice

    A Melbourne-based, free legal service for people on low incomes in the cities of Port Phillip, Stonnington and Bayside. Formerly the St Kilda Legal Service, they have been helping the community access justice for more than 50 years.

  • Team Sports For All

    Helps children from financially disadvantaged households join local community team sports by covering fees, uniforms & gear — and providing ongoing support so they stay in the game.

  • The Babes Project

    Supports women facing crisis pregnancy or early motherhood by providing perinatal education, one-on-one support and practical resources during pregnancy and baby’s first year.

  • The Living Country

    An Indigenous-led social enterprise that reconnects First Nations people with Country and culture through land-care, mentoring and employment programs.

  • Tom Ashmor Foundation

    Inspiring Aussie kids to become future STEM superstars. The Foundation invests in STEM resources for primary school students: our future tech innovators and entrepreneurs.

  • Variety Vic

    Victorian arm of the national “Variety” children’s charity: helps children who are sick, disadvantaged or have special needs with grants, equipment, experiences and education.

  • Victorian Pride Centre

    A community hub for the LGBTIQA+ movement in Victoria, providing space, services and advocacy to connect and empower diverse identities.

  • Vision Australia

    A leading national organisation delivering services, education, advocacy and technology to help people who are blind or have low vision live with greater independence and equality.

  • Western Port Biosphere

    Manages and promotes the Western Port Biosphere Reserve in Victoria, working with local communities to protect natural environments, biodiversity and sustainable development.

Testimonials

  • “Equitable Philanthropy helped us secure our largest funding partnership to date. Their coaching transformed our approach and gave us the confidence to succeed.”

    Brad Macdonald, Head of Philanthropy & Festival Development, Melbourne International Film Festival

  • Catherine is not just a strategist—she’s a matchmaker, bringing together the right people, resources, and opportunities to ensure charities are well-prepared and well-funded. What’s truly remarkable is her unwavering focus on the ultimate goal: creating positive, meaningful impact.

    Gill Whelan, Decjuba Foundation

  • “With Equitable Philanthropy’s support, we’ve built relationships with charities that align with our clients giving strategies. Catherine’s insights into strategic giving has been invaluable. Partnering with her has added real value to our service offering and support to our clients.”

    Adviser

  • “We’ve brought Catherine Brooks in to run our annual strategy offsite for two years now, and she continues to impress with her professionalism, optimism and organisation... Catherine understands the landscape and speaks our language; able to guide conversations with clarity, focus, and strategic insight... I would highly recommend Catherine if you are considering your next strategy and / or work offsite.”

    Kevin Mei, Touchstone Global Investments Senior Analyst / Head of Research

“We engaged Equitable Philanthropy to run a Board and executive workshop on the latest data and trends in the funding landscape.

It was highly informative and engaging and gave us a new perspective on focus areas…

and opportunities for our organisationfor the new financial year...”

— Kelly Andrews | CEO Healthy Cities Australia