Bega Valley Women’s Giving Circle continues to grow — now 21 local women (and counting!) united by a shared vision for a strong, empowered, and connected community.
After thoughtful discussion and a member vote, we’re delighted to share our Shared Purpose, which expresses what brings us together and guides our work:
✨ Through collective giving, Bega Valley women unite to uplift and nurture our community, starting with women and young people. ✨
Our companion statement captures the heart of our mission and how we strive to create impact:
By pooling our resources and voices, we work towards meaningful impact — prioritising women and young people, while staying open to initiatives that benefit the wider community.
These statements reflect who we are and what drives us — local women using our generosity, energy, and advocacy to make a difference right here in the Bega Valley.
Together, we’re demonstrating the power of collective giving and what can happen when women come together with shared purpose and practical action.
Local women. Practical action. Real impact. 💛
If you’d like to be part of this inspiring movement, we’d love to welcome you. Join the Circle — because more women = more impact.
We’re delighted to announce the renewal of our Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bega Valley Shire Council for another four years.
Since our first MoU in December 2000, this partnership has been a strong example of Council and community working together to create positive change. Over the past 25 years, it has helped us support local organisations, initiatives, students, and community groups throughout the Shire.
We’re proud of what has been achieved and excited to continue building on this collaboration to make a lasting difference in the Bega Valley. 💜
🙏 A heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in this process and to all who have supported this long-standing partnership.
What a beautiful morning we shared at the Old Bega Hospital for our very first Women’s Giving Circle gathering!
It felt perfectly aligned to start a women’s initiative in the old Women’s Ward, where generations of new beginnings once took place. ✨
Our inaugural gathering was about more than morning tea and conversation — it was about connection. Founding members came together to begin shaping the Circle’s purpose and focus, while also building the relationships that will underpin this new movement of generosity in action.
What is the Giving Circle?
The Giving Circle is an initiative of the Mumbulla Community Foundation, designed to:
Bring local women together
Pool resources and make a collective impact on areas of need in the Bega Valley
Looking Ahead
We’re delighted to share that this inspiring journey is now underway — and we’re excited for what’s to come.
In May 2025, we held a community consultation to listen, learn, and understand what local women care most about. The response was powerful and clear: when women come together, real change is possible.
From across the Bega Valley, women shared their lived experience, insights, and hopes for the future. What emerged wasn’t just a list of issues—it was a roadmap for action. Together, we identified six key areas where collective giving and leadership could make the deepest impact:
💛 Supporting Young People
🌿 Mental Health and Wellbeing
🏠 Housing and Homelessness
👩🦰 Women & Children’s Needs
🌏 Climate, Sustainability and Food Security
🫶 Community Connection and Belonging
These aren’t just challenges. They’re opportunities—spaces where women’s leadership, generosity, and collective power can shape a stronger, fairer future.
As we build the Bega Valley Women’s Giving Circle, these focus areas will help guide how we give, who we support, and where our voices are needed most.
📧 Message us anytime at wgc@mumbullafoundation.org.au to share your thoughts or learn more about how you can get involved.
Mumbulla Community Foundation, proudly supported by Community Bank Pambula & District and the Social Justice Advocates, is excited to announce the 2025 Continuing Education Scholarship Program — designed to support lifelong learning and professional growth for residents of the Bega Valley.
Key Details:
Applications Open: 23 June 2025
Who Can Apply: Residents of the Bega Valley undertaking post-secondary study
Scholarship Value: Up to $1,000 per recipient
Whether you are studying at university, TAFE, an apprenticeship, or other forms of professional development, this scholarship can provide much-needed financial support.
