The Endeavour Foundation Endowment Challenge Fund was proudly launched by Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan on Friday 11 December, 2009 in Brisbane.

Read launch speech by Mr Swan
Read launch speech by Endeavour Foundation CEO David Barbagallo

What is it?
The Endowment Challenge Fund is a capital-preserved fund from which interest earned will improve the lives of people with a disability. Its growth will be managed by a corporate trust comprising a majority of independent directors, setting an appropriate benchmark in corporate governance.

How will it work?
Donations to the fund will be 100% preserved with earnings used to:

• Fund special projects to increase social inclusion of people with a disability;
• Promote and fund research in disability to improve knowledge and understanding;
• Fund a Professorial Chair in disability at a leading University;
• Award scholarships for students stuyding disability;
• Fund not-for-profit and community organisations to widen their programs to include people with a disability;

What does it mean for me?
Donations to the fund are fully tax deductible. Donors will leave a legacy for future generations that will contribute to the economy and the community and, most importantly, support people with a disability to lead an ordinary life.

How do I contribute?
To be involved, please call Morag Hocknull, Manager of Philanthropy on (07) 3908 7264.