John James Foundation in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory | Non-profit organisation

John James Foundation

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Phone: +61 2 6281 6695

Address: Level 2, Peter Yorke Building, 173 Strickland Cr 2600 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: http://www.jjf.org.au

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25.01.2022 National Volunteer Week kicks off today! To our volunteers, and everyone who has volunteered their time, THANK YOU! #NVW2019

25.01.2022 As everyone across the nation celebrates National Volunteer Week, here is one of our volunteers. Meet Liz, a nurse who was part of a paediatrics surgical team that travelled to the Solomon Islands in April to volunteer their time at the National Referral Hospital, Honiara. Liz worked on the post-operative ward, where she spent time caring for patients and providing valuable teachings to her fellow nurses. Liz said, "It's very difficult to describe what an honour it was to b...e invited to go over and be part of the surgical team. As confronting as some of the issues were, I can't wait to go back and help again. I fell in love with the people who were friendly and engaging and had a great sense of humour. The nurses I worked alongside were supportive, all the while needing equipment and assistance." Without people like Liz, there is no us. Thank you! #NVW2019

23.01.2022 Giving everyone a safe and special space to have fun! The Foundation is so pleased to have been able to support this initiative by Brumbies Rugby. We hope Annabelle and her many friends all enjoy lots of happy times at the Brumbies Sensory Lounge.

21.01.2022 At a time when our community is most in need, we announced today together with the Chief Minister’s Charitable Fund in partnership with Hands Across Canberra, a...nd John James Foundation more than $570,000 in grant funds has been awarded to 63 projects. All these projects are helping support local organisations adapt their service delivery to vulnerable people in Canberra and the surrounding region during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can find the list of organisations here https://bit.ly/34T0ChU Philanthropy Australia

19.01.2022 We're so delighted to be able to assist our friends at Cystic Fibrosis ACT in the delivery of essential safety items to those members of our community who are made more vulnerable by the COVID-19 Pandemic. As someone who has lived with Cystic Fibrosis since birth, Andrew Prowse has been practising social distancing and great hygiene his entire life. So let's all be like Andrew, folks... and keep washing those hands! Also sending a big midweek cheer to all of the incredible n...ot-for-profit organisations out there doing such a marvellous job taking extra care of the people they represent during these challenging times. We are so pleased to be a part of this collaboration with Hands Across Canberra and The Snow Foundation to offer rapid assistance towards the adaption of operations across the sector, so that services can continue to flow to those in need. Philanthropy Australia Andrew Barr ACT Chief Minister's Fund

18.01.2022 Mindfulness for Carers begins tomorrow. Do you know a carer who would benefit from some, 'me time'? Share the link below, the program starts tomorrow!

17.01.2022 We are so pleased to be able to assist the wonderful work of our friends at OzHarvest Canberra, to combat the hardships presented by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Their commitment to assisting those in need in our community has perhaps never been more essential than it is right now, and we are very glad to be able to provide $25,000 towards the adaptation of their service delivery to vulnerable people in our Canberra region at this time. Once again, our thanks to our Rapid Response... COVID-19 Grant round partners, The Snow Foundation, Hands Across Canberra, and the Chief Minister's Charitable Fund for their collaborative efforts in the provision of a combined $570,000 in grants to assist our local community support organisations during this challenging and difficult time. Stay safe (and warm) out there, Canberra Philanthropy Australia

17.01.2022 We are so pleased to be involved with this important initiative. Our thanks to our partners The Snow Foundation, Hands Across Canberra and Andrew Barr ACT Chief Minister for their continued support of our vital third sector.

16.01.2022 What a delight to be involved in a program which has such meaningful outcomes. Many thanks to the ACT Down Syndrome Association for sharing these lovely images with us. We're thrilled that Foodish has been such a marvellous success.

16.01.2022 National Reconciliation Week begins! Yesterday we payed our respects and acknowledged National Sorry Day and this week we will seek to listen, learn and share stories about the cultures and histories of Australia. It is a time where we can all stop and have a conversation and contribute to achieving reconciliation in this wonderful country. This years theme is Grounded Truth: Walk together with courage. To foster positive race relations our relationship must be grounded in truth. #NRW19

09.01.2022 The John James Foundation is honoured to be partnering with Hands Across Canberra for the Canberra Day Appeal. We too believe that this wonderful city is absolutely one of the most compassionate, collaborative and community-minded places in the country. Please join us, in assisting the most vulnerable people living in our community, by supporting the over 250 local charities and community organisations who are doing such great work, right here. We are calling on 100,000 peop...le to raise their hands for Canberra and donate $10 each, to raise $1,000,000 by Canberra Day 2020. Donations can be made at: https://www.canberraday.org.au/donatetoday Let's get there, together.

07.01.2022 What a delight it is to have the construction of this wonderful, purpose built facility underway. We look forward to keeping the Canberra community up to date with not only the build, but also with all the great work that the AEIOU Foundation for Children with Autism will be doing, once the facility is operational. Exciting times!

04.01.2022 By genuinely asking Are you OK? and being prepared to have regular meaningful conversations you can help someone who might be struggling to feel supported whe...n confronted with challenges in life whether at home, work, school or on the sporting field. You don’t have to be an expert to keep the conversation going, learn what to say next in our FREE conversation guide available at www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

04.01.2022 John James Foundation Community Health Program grant recipient, The Humour Foundation, recently invited the Foundation to see their good work in action. Since 2014, the Clown Doctors program at Centenary Hospital for Women and Children, Canberra’s major specialist children’s hospital, has enhanced the emotional wellbeing and quality of life for thousands of sick patients. Clown Doctors are medical clowns, highly trained professional performers who use humour therapy to help a...lleviate the negative experiences of hospital life and bring joy to children’s lives. Working alongside healthcare professionals, they address the psychosocial needs of sick children in a unique way by administering doses of fun and laughter in an environment that’s normally associated with stress, trauma, pain, sadness and isolation. The Clown Doctors at the Centenary Hospital for Women and Children have become an integral part of the therapeutic framework and support for children and families. In this very happy image: Program Manager Helen Carter was preparing for a ward round with Dr Snooze and Dr Peek-a-boo.

04.01.2022 Gratitude to The Snow Foundation who have funded Karinya House through the fabulous philanthropic Canberra Collective with the Chief Minister's Charitable Fund,... John James Foundation Covid-19 Rapid Response Grant Round administered through Hands Across Canberra. The Snow Foundation understand the people rich nature of the services provided through Karinya House. Their additional support through this grant at this time is such a wonderful boost! Thank you. We acknowledge all the incredible Canberra Region services funded through this grant round. We value working with many of them directly, and we value all the services provided by this amazing sector in our Region. The true nature of the Region! See more

04.01.2022 Teams in the Sri Chinmoy 10 and 4 km Fun Run today - Liz, Peter, Alan, Cathie, Michael, Leonie, and John. If you are family of, or care for, someone who h...as a disability why not bring them along? Gain volunteering points and get outdoors together in a covid-safe manner at one stroke. https://www.achillesaustralia.org.au/canberra.html A big shout out to our sponsors, John James Foundation, Department of Social Services, ACT Government and The Lions Club of Canberra Belconnen. #GoAchilles #Running #Walking #Fitness #FitnessForEveryone #FitnessGoals #Canberra

03.01.2022 The John James Foundation has a wonderfully long-standing, collaborative partnership with the team at TAD ACT, and it gives us great pleasure to be able to continue to assist their vital work, in conjunction with our friends at Hands Across Canberra and The Snow Foundation, as part of our COVID-19 Rapid Response Grant round. TADACT will be utilising their $10,000 grant to support the continuation of Op Shop and Occupational Therapy services in a slightly different and more 'p...ersonal delivery' way, during the COVID 19 Crisis. Go Well, folks! #WeAreCBR

02.01.2022 If you would like to lend a helping hand but you are unsure how? Our friends at OzHarvest certainly have the answers for you!

01.01.2022 COMMUNITY HEALTH GRANT APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! John James Foundation is committed to the provision of specialist medical facilities, and the support of services to those in need. Every year the Foundation looks to support healthcare projects that provide positive social impact in the ACT and surrounds. This year the Foundation is once again providing up to $500,000 in grants to support these charities and organisations in our region. Do you know an organisation that needs... our support? Head over to our website https://www.jjf.org.au/chp/ for full details! Our application process closes on Wednesday, the 16th of September. Oh, and while we're about it... Happy Spring to you, Canberra!

01.01.2022 Has Cancer impacted your life, or the life of a loved one? Perhaps your view of the future could use a bit of a refresh? We're very pleased to be partnering with Thinkoutloud to present the Life Beyond Cancer workshop at the John James Village, on December 1. Please feel free to share the event with anyone in your circle who might benefit from Deanne's nuturing practice.

01.01.2022 The John James Foundation is pleased and proud to be collaborating with Hands Across Canberra and The Snow Foundation to create a $500,000 rapid response round of grant funding for local non-profit organisations impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Our collaboration will be targeted at providing an effective response to those members of the Canberra community disproportionately impacted by the consequences of the pandemic, in the quickest way that we can, given the sudde...n and increased demand on charitable services. Please tell us what you need, by lodging your grant application at: https://www.handsacrosscanberra.org.au/ Applications close at midnight, 10 April 2020. Stay safe, Canberra. #WeAreCBR

01.01.2022 We are so grateful to be one of the organizations receiving a rapid relief grant from The Snow Foundation. This grant will help us to continue supporting local ...families with essential baby and children’s items while we’re unable to receive donated goods. Thank you for helping us continue to make sure every child has a safe start. Our Canberra community is definitely a special one so thank you to the Snow Foundation, Hands Across Canberra and John James Foundation for working together and supporting, not just us, but 62 other charities in the Canberra region during this difficult time.

01.01.2022 The John James Foundation is very pleased to be participating in the Harley Lifecycle 20th Anniversary Challenge this year. From November 22-25, the Foundation Cycle Team will ride from Canberra to Mt Kosciusko, and return... a gruelling mountainous distance of 450km. As long time supporters of the wonderful work being done by Hartley Lifecare in the fields of respite care, general accommodation, and community programs for people with physical and complex disabilities in the... Canberra region, our team is looking forward to this new challenge. Our ambassador for the ride, is Mary-Ellen Renshaw, who loves music, dancing, swimming, travel and coffee... and who will most certainly provide a huge amount of inspiration for our team when they find themselves confronted by muscle pain, and a head wind, on a hill. Mary-Ellen's story can be found at our team fundraising page below, and makes for very uplifting reading. We look forward to updating this post with images of exhausted (read: completely broken), but happy, riders on the other side of the event. https://www.hartley.org.au/fundraisers/john-james-foundation