Cardo Foundation:
Cardo Foundation

Established in 2016, this foundation supports Citipointe Christian College by fostering philanthropy, funding scholarships and facilities, and ensuring access to quality Christian education for future and diverse student bodies.

Carindale, QLD (view contact and location information)

ABN: 13985856770

Founded and registered on
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How This Charity Supports the Community

The Cardo Foundation was established in 2016 to foster and maintain a philanthropic culture within the Citipointe Christian College community. Its purpose is to help secure the future of the College by supporting its ability to provide an excellent Christian education for students over generations. The Foundation manages the College’s fundraising efforts and is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the College Board, ensuring responsible management and governance of the funds.

Mission and Vision

The mission of the Cardo Foundation is to guarantee that future generations of Citipointe students benefit from a high-quality education in continually enhanced facilities. It also aims to make a Citipointe Christian College education accessible to students who might otherwise be unable to attend, through the Equity Scholarship Fund. The Foundation acts as the central body for collecting philanthropic financial support and distributing funds to the College.

Main Objectives

  • Building Fund: Supports ongoing capital works projects and acquisitions aligned with the College Master Plan, ensuring the availability of first-class facilities.
  • Scholarship Fund: Provides scholarships and bursaries to students who enrich the diversity and quality of the student body, especially those facing financial barriers to attendance.
  • Bequests: Encourages supporters to include the Foundation in their wills, allowing them to contribute to the College’s future while retaining use of their assets during their lifetime.

Benefiting Groups

  • Current and future students of Citipointe Christian College, particularly those requiring financial assistance.
  • The broader College community, which benefits from improved facilities and enriched educational opportunities.
  • Alumni and families who wish to support the ongoing success and sustainability of the College.

Types of Services and Activities

  • Fundraising campaigns to support scholarships and capital development.
  • Management and distribution of philanthropic donations and bequests.
  • Governance and stewardship of funds to ensure transparency and accountability.
  • Engagement with donors and the College community to promote a culture of giving and support.

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Cardo Foundation: Supporting Excellence in Independent Education Through Community Philanthropy

This institutional video explains how City Point Christian College addresses the funding gap in independent education through the Cardo Foundation.

While acknowledging government recurrent funding support, the video highlights how independent schools must rely on community philanthropy for capital works and additional educational enhancements. The foundation represents a legal entity created to channel sacrificial giving from supporters who value educational choice and excellence.

This video emphasises the ongoing philanthropic need to support current and future generations of students in independent education.

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What is the purpose of the Cardo Foundation?

The Cardo Foundation was established to grow and sustain a philanthropic culture within the Citipointe Christian College community. They aim to future-proof the College's ability to provide excellent Christian education by overseeing fundraising programs and ensuring accountable management of funds through its Trustee company, Citipointe Christian College Foundation Limited.

How does the Cardo Foundation support students?

The Foundation supports students through the Equity Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships and bursaries. This enables students whose presence will add to the richness and diversity of the student body, as well as those whose family financial circumstances would otherwise prevent them from attending Citipointe Christian College.

What is the role of the Building Fund?

The Building Fund is part of the Cardo Foundation's efforts to support the College Master Plan. It provides for ongoing capital works projects and acquisitions, ensuring the College has first-class facilities to support student education.

How can someone make a bequest to Citipointe Christian College?

Individuals can make a bequest to Citipointe Christian College, allowing them to enjoy their assets during their lifetime while still providing a future gift to the College. A solicitor can advise on the best way to include a bequest to the Cardo Foundation in a will. If a will is already made, a codicil can be added to include the Foundation.

Why does Citipointe Christian College need the Cardo Foundation?

Citipointe Christian College, like many independent schools, creates legal entities like the Cardo Foundation to support the philanthropy needed beyond limited government capital works funding. This support enhances the education program and ensures the independence of the College in catering to current and future generations.

How can someone contact the Cardo Foundation for more information about donations?

For further information or a confidential discussion about supporting Citipointe Christian College through the Cardo Foundation, they suggest contacting the Development Office via email at devoffice@citipointe.qld.edu.au.

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