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.
As the end of the financial year approaches, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on the power of giving—and the impact your generosity can have right here in the Bega Valley.
At Mumbulla Community Foundation, we believe in building strong, resilient communities from the ground up. When you make a tax-deductible donation before June 30, you’re not just giving money—you’re investing in lasting, measurable change where it matters most: in your own backyard.
Why Your Support Matters
Your donation helps fund initiatives that:
Improve access to education for local children and young people
Enhance community wellbeing and inclusion
Support grassroots organisations leading innovative, locally-driven projects
Build long-term resilience across the Bega Valley region
Every dollar donated stays within our community and contributes to our strategic grants program, enabling targeted support for those who need it most.
Make Your EOFY Gift Count
🗓️ To receive a tax deduction for the 2024–25 financial year, please donate before 30 June.
The Mumbulla Community Foundation recently hosted a truly special event — the Women’s Collaborative Consultation: A High Tea with Heart at the beautiful Tathra Surf Club.
We gathered a diverse group of community-minded women from across the Bega Valley to explore the exciting idea of launching a Philanthropic Women’s Giving Circle — a powerful initiative designed to unite women’s skills, passions, and resources to tackle local needs and create lasting change.
A Day of Connection and Possibility
The room was alive with energy, meaningful conversations, and a deep sense of connection. Women shared openly, feeling heard, engaged, and inspired by the possibility of collective giving.
The feedback? Overwhelmingly positive. There’s a clear appetite for women in the Bega Valley to come together, collaborate, and make a local impact.
Key Highlights from the Day:
✅ Discussed the potential of establishing a Women’s Giving Circle in the Bega Valley
✅ Identified key local issues and areas where collective giving could make a difference
✅ Shared opportunities, hopes, and ideas for women’s collective action
✅ Asked the big questions about shaping this movement for lasting impact
We are incredibly grateful to all the women who attended and contributed their voices, ideas, and enthusiasm to this important conversation.
This is just the beginning. The seeds have been planted — and together, we’re growing something extraordinary.
Stay Connected
Want to stay updated on the progress of the Women’s Giving Circle and other community initiatives? 👉 Follow Mumbulla Community Foundation on Facebook and Instagram, or LinkedIn for the latest news, upcoming events, and opportunities to get involved or email us at:wgc@mumbullafoundation.org.au.
Full Report from the Women’s Giving Circle Consultation event HERE
