Iris Foundation
IN RESILIENCE IS STRENGTH
Iris Foundation works before crisis. We help people build the skills to cope, equip others to recognise and respond to struggles earlier, and create clearer pathways to practical and professional support.
We work in schools, workplaces and community settings so fewer people are left to struggle alone until their situation becomes urgent.
Too often support only arrives when things have already escalated. The Prevention Collective exists to help change that, building resilience, connection, and practical pathways of support across schools, workplaces, and the wider community.
The Prevention Collective is how local people and businesses become part of that work.
Iris Flagship Pathways
Iris Foundation’s Flagship Pathways are your doorway to programs, training and resources that strengthen resilience before crisis hits. We’re sharing what we’ve learned in over a decade of prevention work – making it easier to connect, take action early, and be part of a community that puts prevention first.
Resilience Training, Programs and Workshops
Iris Foundation facilitates a flexible range of resilience training programs, workshops and resources that provide skills and support to navigate life’s challenges. Click on the images to learn more about each program.
Our Projects
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How You Can Help
Iris Foundation recognises the strength in us all and is dedicated to creating positive differences in our community. Your contribution gives Iris Foundation the funding and support needed to fulfill our mission to reduce the risk of suicide in our community.
Donate
Donations enable us to do what we do best – fostering resilience, hope and connections in the community.Â
Corporate Support
Our corporate supporters are invaluable to help us drive change. Sponsorships are available at varying levels to suit any business.
Fundraising
Host a fundraiser or charity event. We welcome your ideas and support – from the classic mufti day gold coin donations to a group event.Â
Volunteer
Volunteer your time or expertise to assist with admin, fundraising, events and more.
Need Help?
Iris Foundation is dedicated to primary prevention of suicide. We don’t provide clinical services for people in crisis.
If you or someone you know requires urgent assistance, please click the link below to view services you can contact.
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That’s a wrap on Frockin’ The Outback 2026! 🤠🛍️
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible volunteers, Paula, Vickie and Elisha who hit the road; our generous sponsors and clothing and sanitary product donors; and the local service providers who helped make this initiative possible.
Your generosity, time and support helped us deliver essential items and create meaningful connections with women across regional NSW.
We couldn’t do it without you! With gratitude, from all of us at Iris Foundation, Frockin’ The Outback and Because We Care Boutique. Stay tuned for 2027!
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A wonderful write up by Michael at Moree Online News, thank you for supporting Frockin’theoutback2026! Read the article here: moreeonlinenews.com.au/2026/09/29/free-boutique-rolls-into-moree/
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Frockin’ The Outback has hit the road! This week, our incredible volunteers Elisha, Paula and Vickie are on the road, delivering thousands of dresses to service providers and communities across regional NSW.
Follow along Frockin’theoutback2026 to see all the stops along the way and discover the amazing work happening through this Because We Care Boutique initiative. 🤠🩷
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Over the past four weeks, we’ve made some meaningful connections across our community through our Big Good: 52 Ripples of Prevention.
✨ Celebrated at our Bling It Up Dinner, supporting Because We Care Boutique
🌸 Brought together fundraising, research and inspiring speakers at the Debbie Gaunt Foundation Gala for Perimenopause
đź’š Welcomed young women from TLK College for Steady Minds Resilience Training and a Because We Care Boutique experience
👗 Hit the road with Frockin’ The Outback, delivering thousands of dresses to service providers and communities across regional NSW
Four weeks. Four points of connection. Stay tuned for next month’s ripples!
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A great start !
A story of loss. A vision for something better. A community that chose to make a difference.
Since 2006, Iris Foundation has been turning purpose into action, building a legacy that continues to grow.
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If you or someone you know needs urgent support, there are services available to help đź’™
đź“ž In a life-threatening emergency, call 000.
📞 NSW Mental Health Line — 1800 011 511
📞 Suicide Call Back Service — 1300 659 467
Iris Foundation is dedicated to primary prevention of suicide. We don’t provide clinical services for people in crisis. If you or someone you know requires urgent assistance, please contact one of the services listed above.
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There’s an important reason we’re called Iris. The name honours the mothers of Bev and Dawn, women who nurtured their children and grandchildren with unconditional love and acceptance.
The Iris flower carries another layer of meaning, symbolising hope, courage, truth and trust. Together, these ideas reflect the heart of Iris Foundation: a legacy of care, carried forward with purpose.
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We’re proud to welcome KVB Pty Ltd to The Prevention Collective! 💙
As a Lead Partner, KVB Pty Ltd is taking a visible leadership role in supporting Iris Foundation’s work in suicide prevention, resilience and community connection.
Interested in becoming a Prevention Collective partner? Find out more at irisfoundation.org.au.
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Thank you!
Wonderful
Welcome!
The Story of Iris continues. Born from lived experience, Iris Foundation was created with a profound purpose: to make a difference, inspire change and help create a community where people can thrive.
That purpose has remained at the heart of Iris from the beginning. And it all starts with understanding why.
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