FAQs

 

  • If someone wants to raise funds in lieu of presents, it’s easy! Head to our In Celebration page, click “start fundraising” to get started and follow the prompts to sign up and set up your new fundraising page.

  • We have tried to make this process as simple as possible to help you through this incredibly difficult time. Head to our In Memory page, click “start fundraising” to get started and follow the prompts to sign up and set up your page in memory of a loved one.

  • You’ve come to the right place - we want to help bring your idea to life! Head over to our Fundraise for Purpose page, and read through the questions to see if you’re ready to start fundraising.

    You can also visit our Resources page for some tips and assets to get you started. Or feel free to call us on 9594 2700 to talk through your ideas.

  • Absolutely! When you set up your fundraising page, you will be prompted to enter the area you would like your funds to be directed to. If you have any questions about funding areas you can contact us using our details below.

  • We would love to have a chat with you! Call us on 9594 2700 and we can discuss ideas, and give you guidance to start up your fundraising journey.

  • We have some guidelines in place to ensure a safe and successful event for all our fundraisers. You can find them HERE.

  • When you collect cash, we ask that it is then forwarded to the Monash Health Foundation within 30 days of your event. A receipt for funds raised will be issued after funds are received and processed.   

    Funds can be electronically transferred or deposited at your nearest Westpac branch: 

    Bank: Westpac 

    Name: Monash Health 

    BSB: 033 299 

    Acc No: 630170 

    Reference: Donation  

    Please send payment confirmation along with your completed finance report template to mhf.operations@monahshealth.org

Looking for more info? Contact the Monash Health Foundation on 9594 2700, or email us at foundation@monashhealth.org so we can help discuss your fundraising queries.

FUNDRAISING GUIDELINES 

Thank you for your interest in raising funds for Monash Health. Our community plays a vital role in raising funds and promoting awareness of the Monash Health Foundation.

We are ever grateful for the wonderful generosity of those around us and encourage fundraising activities undertaken by organisations, individuals or community groups.

The Monash Health Foundation team is here to provide guidance to help your activity be a success. 

Fundraising Activity/Event Approval  

To ensure your fundraising activity complies with Victorian legislation, we ask that you complete the Fundraising Activity / Event Application Form and submit to the Monash Health Foundation for approval or  register your activity online https://www.fundraiseforpurpose.org 

You will be asked question about your activity, expenditure and projected income (fundraising).

Fundraising activities can NOT commence on behalf of Monash Health without prior approval, in accordance with the Fundraising Act 1998 Vic www.legislation.vic.gov.au/in-force/acts/fundraising-act-1998/042 

Once your activity is approved, the Monash Health Foundation may provide you with a letter confirming your authority to raise funds on its behalf.  

Once the Monash Health Foundation issues you an Authority to Fundraise, that letter and these Guidelines will form the basis on which your fundraising activity can proceed. 

You can find Monash Health Foundation’s Fundraising Guidelines here.

These guidelines provide important information about;

  • your responsibilities

  • restricted activities

  • insurance & liability

  • raffles

  • branding, marketing and media

  • finance, banking & receipts

  • seeking donations

  • permissions, licences and permits

If you have any questions about our Fundraising Guidelines, please contact us on 9594 2700, or foundation@monashhealth.org.

Some Helpful Tips

Get the right people to help you -  Planning a successful event can be time consuming. Try not to do everything on your own. Share the workload and recruit enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers.

Set your target - Knowing what area of Monash Health you’re raising money for will help determine your fundraising methods and your target audience. Make sure your cause/target is realistic and achievable. 

Determine your target audience - A good understanding of your target audience is crucial to the success of your fundraising activity. This may determine factors such as the location of your fundraiser, the time that is to be held and the best way to communicate with them.  

Set a timeframe -  Set yourself a planning timetable leading up to the event. Give yourself plenty of time to prepare for the fundraising activity and allow for unforeseen circumstances that may delay your preparation.  

Determine the logistics  - Attention to detail is critical. Ensure you have ‘all bases covered’ and review the logistics of your event.

Promotion - Promotional and marketing material will bring your fundraising event to the attention of your target audience. All marketing material is to be approved by the Monash Health Foundation prior to distribution.  

Have fun! - The best part about organising a fundraising activity is enjoying the experience and making a difference at the same time.

You have the power to change lives.