Westmead Hospital Foundation

What Westmead Hospital Foundation does

Westmead Hospital Foundation is a registered Australian charity (ABN 89 050 329 925, founded 1990) that operates as the official fundraising partner of the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), raising philanthropic capital for Westmead Hospital in Greater Western Sydney. The foundation bridges the funding gap between what government healthcare budgets cover and what Westmead Hospital requires for equipment, research, staff education, and patient comfort programs across departments including NICU, Haematology (C5a), Storr Liver Centre, Audiology, Palliative Care, and the Emergency Department. Revenue is generated through five principal streams: individual donations (one-time and the recurring 'Friends of the Foundation' program), corporate sponsorships across Platinum and Community Partner tiers, a bequest/legacy program branded Millennium Hearts Forever, special events (Bloody Cells Ball, City2Surf, Run 4 Jess, Marathons 4 Cancer, Straight Down the Centre), and department-specific fundraising campaigns. The organization operates a 5-person core staff supported by an 8-member board and uses the Funraisin third-party platform for donation processing, peer-to-peer fundraising, and event registration.

The foundation's go-to-market is multi-channel and community-led, combining direct digital donation appeals through westmeadhf.org.au, organic social engagement (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn), email newsletters, and a dense network of more than 20 named corporate partners spanning retail, food and beverage, baby care, technology, and financial services. It also runs dedicated programs such as Therapy Dogs (with Nepean Therapy Dogs), bstreetsmart road-safety education, and the Ready2Revive CPR initiative (partnered with Service NSW), and distributes funds through mechanisms including the REN Grant Awards for clinical research. Distribution of funds is exclusively to Westmead Hospital/WSLHD departments and affiliated research initiatives.

The business model is non-commercial and donation-based: contributions of AUD $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia; recurring givers pay weekly or monthly via direct debit or credit card with optional platform-fee coverage (5.5%–8% add-on); event participation is pay-as-you-go; and bequests are facilitated free of charge via a partnership with EveryWill. Pricing is therefore not market-determined but rather donor-elected across suggested tiers, with no commercial product revenue. The foundation does not have investors, funding rounds, or M&A activity; it is governed by an independent board chaired by James Nguyen with members drawn from law, technology, healthcare, and consumer goods sectors.

Name

Westmead Hospital Foundation

Legal name

Westmead Hospital Foundation

Website

https://westmeadhf.org.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Westmead Hospital Foundation is a registered Australian charity and the official fundraising partner of Western Sydney Local Health District, raising philanthropic funds for equipment, research, and patient care at Westmead Hospital across a 1.8 million-person catchment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Healthcare Charity Fundraising

NAICS

Voluntary Health Organizations (813212), Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321)

SIC

Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Health & Medical Research Grantmaking Foundations (BPAGAKAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disease-Specific Research & Support (e.g., Cancer, Diabetes, ALS) (BPAGACAA), Public Health Financing, Budgeting & Grants Management (HLAJAMAC), Community Health & Prevention Program Funding (HLAJALAF)

Keywords

• Hospital fundraising
• Healthcare philanthropy
• Charity donations
• Legacy giving program
• Corporate partnerships

Headquarters

HQ city

Westmead

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: One-time and recurring donations from individuals supporting Westmead Hospital. Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible within Australia. Monthly giving program 'Friends of the Foundation' allows supporters to contribute regularly.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Partnerships with corporate sponsors at Platinum and Community Partner levels. Includes cause-related marketing (e.g., 3D Cards donating $0.25 per card), workplace giving, matched giving, and event sponsorships.
3. Bequest Program: Legacy gifts through Wills ('Millenium Hearts Forever' recognition program). Partnership with EveryWill for free online Will creation. Gifts can be percentage of estate, residuary bequest, specific sum, or asset.
4. Special Events: Major annual events including Bloody Cells Ball (Haematology), City2Surf team, Run 4 Jess (Oncology), Marathons 4 Cancer (Ovarian Cancer), Straight Down the Centre (Von Willebrand Disease research). Events generate direct donations and community awareness.
5. Department-Specific Fundraising: Targeted fundraising campaigns for specific hospital departments and research initiatives including NICU, Storr Liver Centre, Audiology Clinic, Palliative Care, Emergency Department, and various research grants (REN Grant Awards program).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Westmead Hospital Foundation is a registered Australian charity and the official fundraising partner of the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD). It raises philanthropic funds to bridge gaps in government healthcare funding, supporting Westmead Hospital's equipment upgrades, clinical research, staff education, patient comfort programs, and innovative care initiatives across departments including NICU, Storr Liver Centre, Haematology, Audiology, and Palliative Care.

Product overview

Westmead Hospital Foundation operates as a charitable organization supporting Westmead Hospital through multiple fundraising programs rather than a unified technology product. Its core offerings include the Regular Giving Program for monthly donations, DIY Fundraising Platform for supporter-created campaigns, Leave a Gift in Will legacy program, Corporate Partnerships, Volunteer Program, and various community events (Bloody Cells Ball, Straight Down the Centre). The Foundation also funds clinical services including Audiology Clinic, Storr Liver Centre, NICU, and Haematology Ward (C5a), as well as research through REN Grant Awards, community programs like bstreetsmart road safety education, and Therapy Dogs patient support. The organization uses Funraisin nonprofit fundraising software for donation processing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Regular Giving Program (Friends of the Foundation)

Quantifiable outcome

• Bloody Cells Ball 2025: Over $400,000 raised for Haematology C5a Ward
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Service NSWcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 November 2024Partnership for Ready2Revive CPR education project. First phase conducted at Ryde Service NSW locations over two weeks, reaching close to 300 participants in learning compression-only CPR and AED use.
• Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial charity partner of WSLHD, raising funds that fuel exceptional patient care, groundbreaking research and innovation across Westmead Hospital. The Foundation bridges the gap between government funding and hospital needs.
• EveryWill (formerly Gathered Here)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerFree online Will writing service partnership enabling supporters to create legally binding Wills online at no cost. Many supporters choose to include a gift to Westmead Hospital Foundation through this platform.
• King LivingflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner donating furniture for The Butterfly Room (baby loss support space) and Christmas Trees for hospital entrances. Major supporter of patient comfort initiatives.
• LindtflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner providing chocolate donations for Easter Bunny visits, International Nurses Day goody bags, and National Carer's Week appreciation packs.
• Castle Hill RSL Group (CHRG)flagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner funding Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine (AYAM) unit renovation, creating a brighter, age-appropriate space for young patients aged 14-24.
• WestfieldflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner hosting Local Heroes awards program recognizing community contributors including Westmead Hospital staff. Provides platform for hospital visibility and $20,000 grants to Foundation.
• Ito EnflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner donating green tea for International Day of the Midwife celebrations and various hospital events.
• HPflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner supporting hospital technology and equipment needs.
• MoogooflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner donating skincare products for National Carer's Week and Perinatal Mental Health Week goody bags.
• 3D CardscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity Partner donating $0.25 from every card sold to support life-changing care, research and services. Valid through September 2026.
• Pattern TwocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerDesign partner donating mural design services for The Butterfly Room, creating a warm and calming environment for families experiencing baby loss.
• Healthcare Home LoanscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner supporting International Nurses Week 2026 by sponsoring appreciation hampers distributed to nursing teams across 60+ wards. Team joined Foundation in personally delivering hampers.
• PopboxcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner supporting Human Experience Week 2026 by providing complimentary popcorn distributed across the hospital to patients, visitors, carers and staff.
• Nati RosesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner providing flowers for memorial service remembrance, supporting WSLHD Supportive and Palliative Care team.
• Novita DiamondscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity Partner donating diamond earrings for raffle at International Nurses Day 2025, generating engagement and funds for nursing recognition.
• Scarecrow FoodsflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner supporting Foundation initiatives.
• Ambush GalleryflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner supporting Foundation initiatives.
• OricomflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner supporting Foundation initiatives through baby care product partnerships.
• Zart ArtflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner supporting Foundation initiatives.
• MustelaflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Partner supporting Foundation initiatives through baby care product donations.
• BuswayscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate partner operating Christmas Buses that raise awareness and funds for Foundation. 2023 appeal raised $3,000 for NICU equipment.
• Sydney ZoominorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner sponsoring family passes for Christmas hampers at Mount Druitt Hospital.
• Just Better CareminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner staff volunteering time to hand-deliver Carer's Packs during National Carer's Week.
• MooGooflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity Partner donating starter kits for parents during Perinatal Mental Health Week, providing gentle, high-quality products for new families.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Heart Foundation: Australia's leading heart-disease charity funding research like the Brenda Myrtle Grech Heart Research Award (which the Foundation administers). Competes for disease-specific giving in the cardiac space.
• Cancer Council NSW: Largest cancer charity in NSW with broad research, prevention, and support mandate. Competes for the same Western Sydney donor pool for cancer-specific giving (e.g., Ovarian Cancer, Haematology campaigns).

Others

• Liver Foundation: Disease-specific charity supporting liver disease research and patient advocacy in Australia. Adjacent overlap with the Foundation's Storr Liver Centre fundraising, which targets hepatitis B (226,566 Australians) and liver cancer research.

Emerging players

• Children's Medical Research Institute: Westmead-based medical research institute adjacent to Westmead Hospital. Overlapping donor base and catchment; both compete for paediatric and genetic disease research funding in Western Sydney.
• Cure Cancer Australia: Australia-wide cancer research charity funding early-career researchers. Comparable funder of cancer research at Australian hospitals including those the Foundation supports (e.g., Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre).

Direct peers

• Royal Melbourne Hospital Foundation: Foundation of Royal Melbourne Hospital, Australia's second-oldest public hospital. Closely comparable operating model: official charity arm of a major public hospital, event-driven fundraising, bequest program, and corporate partnerships.
• St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne Foundation: Charitable foundation supporting St Vincent's public hospital in Melbourne. Comparable in scope, supporting research, equipment, and patient care programs at a major tertiary public hospital with a similarly diverse specialty mix.
• Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Foundation: Fundraising arm of Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney. Same charity-for-public-hospital model in NSW with similar specialty mix (research, capital equipment, patient comfort). Closest geographic peer.
• Chris O'Brien Lifehouse: Sydney-based not-for-profit comprehensive cancer hospital treating public patients. Comparable as a fundraising-dependent specialty care institution with corporate partnerships, gala events, and research funding.
• Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation: Fundraising foundation supporting Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (including Westmead's paediatric services). Directly comparable as a hospital-anchored health charity in NSW raising funds for equipment, research, and patient care across multiple hospital sites.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/sharer.php
• Instagraminstagram.com/westmeadfdn
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/westmeadhf

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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