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New funding to help more Australian's into work

Social enterprises working to tackle employment barriers and support more Australians into work are set to accelerate their growth and impact with $4.7 million in funding.

Building a better tomorrow – our community impact in 2023

Westpac Foundation is proud to release our 2023 Impact Report, which showcases the collective impact the Foundation is making with our grant partners in local communities across Australia.

Gifts that give back

If you’re looking for a unique gift with a side of social impact, consider spending with one of Westpac Foundation’s social enterprise or community partners and help create jobs and opportunities for people overcoming barriers to work.

Paw-some Partnership

Social enterprise, Happy Paws Happy Hearts has teamed up with animal rescue organisations such as RSPCA to provide a safe environment for program participants to care for rescued furry, feathered or scaley friends while building up their own social connections, skills and confidence.

Supporting Social Enterprises

Westpac Group and Westpac Foundation have partnered with Social Traders to sponsor the 2023 NSW and ACT Game Changer Awards and upcoming Business for Good Summit 2023, supporting a shared vision of shaping a fairer and more equitable Australia. The Game Changer awards recognise and celebrate the impact that business and government members and certified social enterprises have on marginalised groups in the Australian community.

Stronger together

Westpac Foundation has teamed up with a collection of Australian leading philanthropic organisations to create a pioneering grant program to support social enterprises in accelerating growth and impact, while creating job opportunities for Australians facing barriers to employment.