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Iris Foundation approaching our 15th anniversary

by Adrienne | Jul 5, 2021 | Events, News, Partnerships, Supporters

We think it’s worth celebrating – 15 years of supporting our Central Coast community to help reduce the risk of suicide. Founded by Bev Baldwin and Dawn Hooper in 2006, Iris Foundation has grown from a small-scale fundraiser to become an organisation that...
Breakers helps Debbie Gaunt Foundation raise funds for doctor training

Breakers helps Debbie Gaunt Foundation raise funds for doctor training

by Adrienne | May 21, 2021 | Events, Fundraising, Lived Experience, Mental Health Awareness, News, Partnerships, Supporters

A golf day hosted by Breakers Country Club on May 14 has raised more than $11,000 to help train doctors to better recognise the mental health impacts of perimenopause on women. The event supported local charity the Debbie Gaunt Foundation, which works to  raise...

Iris Foundation looking ahead in 2021

by Adrienne | Feb 10, 2021 | CBWN, Cool Connections in School, Events, Fundraising, News, Newsletters, Partnerships

Like most small community organisations, Iris Foundation works hard to maximise the positive impact created from the resources we have. We continuously review our programs and events to ensure they are COVID-safe, efficient, and worthwhile for all involved. Having...

Iris moving forward with fresh initiatives

by Adrienne | Oct 15, 2020 | CBWN, Events, Fundraising, Lived Experience, News, Partnerships, Supporters

Increased awareness of mental health and its impact on people and communities has been an important beacon of hope throughout this tumultuous year. In response to sustained increases in demand for services, stakeholders including governments, schools, community...
Debbie Gaunt Foundation launched

Debbie Gaunt Foundation launched

by Adrienne | Oct 9, 2020 | Events, Fundraising, Lived Experience, Mental Health Awareness, News, Partnerships

Iris is proud to support a new local charity, the Debbie Gaunt Foundation. Launched on World Mental Health Day (October 10), the Foundation is dedicated to raising funds to better understand the mental health impacts of perimenopause – the transition during which a...
This is My Brave shows the power of storytelling

This is My Brave shows the power of storytelling

by Adrienne | Oct 23, 2019 | Events, Lived Experience, News, Partnerships

Iris Foundation was proud to support the first This is My Brave show ever staged on the Central Coast on October 20. TIMBA Australia draws on the power of storytelling to break down the stigma that surrounds mental illness. The Central Coast show was staged at the...
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