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Annual Review 2019-2020 ANNUAL REVIEW 2019 – 2020 Gandel Philanthropy Gandel Philanthropy is one of John Gandel AC and Pauline Australia’s largest independent Gandel AC are co-founders of Gandel private family philanthropic funds. Philanthropy. They are actively engaged It has been the vehicle for charitable in their philanthropic initiatives and giving by the extended Gandel family they are universally recognised for their since its formation as the Gandel generosity, commitment and passion Charitable Foundation back in 1978. in supporting both Jewish and general causes. Through Gandel Philanthropy, over the years they have invested over $100 million in the community, supporting various charitable organisations in Australia and overseas. John Gandel AC and Pauline Gandel AC VISION Our vision is to create a positive and lasting difference in people’s lives. MISSION Gandel Philanthropy will achieve its vision by empowering communities to deliver programs and activities that create a lasting, positive impact on the quality of life of people in Australian and Jewish communities. We aim to help build stronger, more resilient, more vibrant and inclusive communities by supporting initiatives that address the underlying causes of inequity and empower people to improve their wellbeing. We will also support initiatives that promote community values and cultural dialogue, foster community cohesion and build community spirit. We will prioritise support for the most vulnerable and marginalised groups in our society. 2 Gandel Philanthropy Annual Review 2019-20 Contents Highlights of 2019-20 4 Arts Philanthropy Leadership Award – John and Pauline Gandel AC 6 Chairman’s Report 7 CEO’s Report 8 Year in Numbers 9 Grant Recipients in 2019-20 10 Vivid – New Transport Van 11 Community Grants 14 Arts & Culture; Community Development 14 Education; Health & Medical Research 15 Responding to Emergencies – Australian bushfires and COVID-19 16 Poverty & Disadvantage; Social Cohesion & Inclusion 18 Art Gallery of NSW – Japan Supernatural 19 Major and Flagship Grants 20 Arts & Culture – Koorie Heritage Trust 20 Education – State Schools’ Relief 21 Health & Medical Research – Royal Women’s Hospital 22 Indigenous Programs – Australian National University 23 State Library Victoria – Pauline Gandel Children’s Quarter 24 Jewish Identity & Leadership – Gandel Oration 25 Youth at Risk – Gandel Philanthropy respectfully acknowledges the Jesuit Social Services 26 Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and we recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and communities. We pay our respects to them and their Where are They Now – cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging. Dr David Szmulewicz 27 Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be aware that this document may contain images In Focus: Social Enterprise Sector 28 or names of people who have since passed away. List of all 2019-20 Grant Recipient Organisations 30 Trustees and staff 31 Gandel Philanthropy Annual Review 2019-20 3 Highlights of 2019-20 State Library Victoria Zionist Federation of Australia (ZFA) John and Pauline Gandel AC were joined by John Wylie AM, Chair (right) and Kate Deputy Chairman of Gandel Philanthropy Torney, CEO (left) of the State Library Graham Goldsmith AO (on the right) joined the Victoria (SLV), for the long-awaited opening participants of the ZFA Taglit Birthright program Art Gallery of NSW of the SLV. The five-year redevelopment ahead of their two-week educational trip to created 40% more public spaces, Israel. The Gandel family has been supporting Opening of Japan Supernatural including a brand new dedicated space the Birthright initiative since 2012 and are exhibition at the AGNSW. for children, the Pauline Gandel Children’s the program’s Principal Australian Partner. See more on page 18. Quarter. See more on page 24. JULY AUGUST OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2019 2019 2019 2019 2019 ADC Gandel Oration Gandel Holocaust Studies Program Ms Tzipi Livni, one of the most influential Israeli At the annual gathering of the teachers who female politicians (middle, pictured with John complete the Gandel Holocaust Studies Program Gandel AC and Lisa Thurin, Gandel Philanthropy for Australian Educators, John and Pauline Gandel Trustee), delivered the 2019 Annual Gandel Oration AC were joined by Ephraim Kaye from Yad Vashem in Sydney and Melbourne, captivating audiences (on the right) and Samia Eldib (second from left), with her insightful and deep political analysis of the teacher from the Caroline Springs Campus of the current state of the world. See more on page 25. Australian International Academy. Samia is one of over 300 teachers who have completed the Gandel Holocaust program in the past 11 years. 4 Gandel Philanthropy Annual Review 2019-20 General Sir John Monash Foundation John and Pauline Gandel AC met at their home with Jonty Coy (on the right), the inaugural recipient of the Gandel Philanthropy Arts Scholarship through the General Sir John Monash Foundation. Jonty is enrolled to undertake a Master of Early Music (Traverso) at the Royal Conservatoire at The Hague. Gandel family provides immediate support in response to the COVID-19 emergency. See more on page 16-17. DECEMBER FEBRUARY FEBRUARY MARCH/APRIL MAY 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 Holocaust education Gandel family responds to After extensive and patient the devastating Australian diplomatic and advocacy efforts bushfires emergency. by many organisations, the See more on page 16-17. Victorian government’s Deputy batyr, SANE, Smiling Mind Premier and Education Minister, John and Pauline Gandel’s granddaughter, The Hon James Merlino (front), Lauren Thurin (pictured with brothers announced that all public school Michael and AJ), organised a day-long students in Year 9 and 10 will learn fundraising conference, showcasing about the Holocaust. In addition, presentations on COVID-19 and the issue all existing educational tools and of mental health from business leaders resources on Holocaust will be and industry experts across telecom, reviewed, and new resources retail, government, medical research, and lesson plans developed, media, sports and more. The event in collaboration with key Jewish raised over $125k for three charities, community organisations, Yad and also helped raise awareness about Vashem and Gandel Philanthropy. the importance of mental health. Gandel Philanthropy Annual Review 2019-20 5 ARTS PHILANTHROPY LEADERSHIP AWARD In August 2019 John and Pauline received the Arts Philanthropy Leadership Award from Creative Partnerships Australia (CPA), an independent government-funded body which aims to grow the culture of giving, investment, partnership and volunteering in order to foster a more sustainable and vibrant arts sector for the benefit of all Australians. The Philanthropy Leadership Award of CPA is bestowed upon “an individual, family, group or foundation that through their sustained contribution to the arts has inspired increased philanthropic giving and made a significant impact on Australia’s cultural sector.” John and Pauline received the award from the Federal Minister for the Arts, The Hon Paul Fletcher MP, and their citation stated that “John Gandel AC and Pauline Gandel AC’s philanthropic support for the arts has been exemplary. Over the past 40 years… they have jointly distributed millions of dollars to arts organisations and programs including significant support for regional arts organisations.” 6 Gandel Philanthropy Annual Review 2019-20 Chairman’s Report he past year has been like no Sector survival I also wish to thank Graham Goldsmith AO, other and the challenges that who joined us only last year but has Tthe Australian – and global – While this report is a reflection on the already contributed immensely, and communities have faced have been past period, and you can read here recently stepped up to take on the more demanding than ever. At the same about some wonderful initiatives, I can’t role of the Deputy Chairman. Last time, I also feel that in 2020 philanthropy avoid speaking about what comes but not least, my thanks to Barry came into its own like never before. next. The future is indeed uncertain, Fradkin, who continues to provide but I know that our family and our an additional voice and wisdom to trustees are aware why we exist – to our thinking at the Board level. Emergency responses provide support so that we can help In my report from last year, I spoke make our society a better place for all. I should not forget our dedicated, professional and committed team, led about philanthropy never being static, For us to be able to achieve that, we expertly by our CEO, Vedran Drakulic. constantly evolving and adapting to must have a healthy, functioning and They serve the board very well and, the changing trends and emerging hopefully effective for-purpose sector – and right now the sector is facing equally as importantly, represent us to, issues in the community. Well, that an existential challenge, due to the and advocate for, the for-purpose sector has come strongly to the fore in recent extreme consequences of COVID-19. and our charity partners in a strong times, as we were dealing with the and eloquent way, ensuring they can Australian bushfires in 2019-20 and Gandel Philanthropy is steadfastly be supported – and strengthened – the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. behind all the charities we work to continue their vital community work. with. We will do what we can to I am incredibly proud that our family help them survive this most testing and our trustees responded swiftly, time, and help them to build back decisively and thoroughly to both better. I am confident that by working emergencies, and you can read together, we can come out of this more about our responses further crisis stronger than ever before. in this report. However, what stood out most to me through these times Working for have been two things: the incredible a common goal resilience of our for-purpose sector Many people contribute to the success and the single-minded focus of of our collective efforts, both at charities on providing support and governance and management level.
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