About the VU Foundation

VU Foundation is a trust with VU Foundation Limited as the trustee. While a separate entity to Victoria University, the Foundation's purpose is to support the governing body develop and maintain the University's standards and services. This includes assisting with the development of strategic partnerships and securing financial support for our programs.

The Foundation operates its own accounts and submits separate financial statements to the Australia Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). Management is vested in a Board of Directors, which provides strategic advice on the development of the Foundation, and guidance on fundraising initiatives, priorities and policies. The Foundation does not employ any staff. VU as the parent entity provides staffing support through its Advancement Office. The Director of Advancement undertakes the role of Executive Officer of VU Foundation.

As an endorsed deductible gift recipient (with DGR 2 status) all donations to Victoria University Foundation Limited (ABN: 69 012 680 193) are tax deductible and GST exempt.

Current Directors

• Dr Susan Alberti AO (Chair)
• Mr Paul Constantinou (Deputy Chair)
• Mr Peter Bartells
• Professor Peter Dawkins (ex officio and Vice Chancellor of VU)
• Mr George Pappas (ex officio and Chancellor of VU)
• Mr Peter Rohan
• Dr Campbell Rose
• Mr David Southwick
• The Hon. Dr Ralph Willis AO

Contact VU Foundation

If you would like to know more about the Victoria University Foundation, contact:

Ros Casey
Director of Advancement and Executive Officer of the Foundation
Phone: +61 3 9919 1160
Email: ros.casey@vu.edu.au