Lifeflight Foundation Ltd

LifeFlight Foundation Ltd is the philanthropic and fundraising arm of LifeFlight Australia, a leading aeromedical organisation dedicated to saving lives and providing critical healthcare access across vast and remote regions. Established to support LifeFlight’s lifesaving work, the Foundation plays a crucial role in ensuring that communities receive exceptional emergency medical care regardless of their location.

Mission and Vision

The Foundation’s mission is to raise funds and resources that enable LifeFlight to maintain and enhance its lifesaving capabilities. It envisions a future where everyone has equitable access to life-saving healthcare, no matter where they live. This commitment drives the Foundation to support innovation, research, and the acquisition of state-of-the-art equipment and facilities.

Main Objectives

• Fundraising for advanced medical equipment and critical care facilities
• Supporting training and development for LifeFlight’s medical and aviation professionals
• Promoting research and innovation in emergency aeromedicine
• Ensuring readiness of LifeFlight’s services to respond rapidly to emergencies
• Engaging communities and fostering partnerships to strengthen healthcare outcomes

Benefiting Groups

The Foundation primarily benefits patients in critical need across Queensland and beyond, including those in remote, rural, and regional areas who might otherwise face limited access to emergency medical care. It also supports the medical teams, pilots, and rescue crews who deliver these vital services, ensuring they have the best tools and training available.

Types of Services and Activities

• Raising funds through donations, events, and partnerships to support LifeFlight’s operations
• Investing in cutting-edge medical equipment and facilities to enhance patient care
• Supporting advanced training programs for critical care doctors, paramedics, and aviation crews
• Backing clinical research to improve emergency aeromedicine practices and patient outcomes
• Community engagement initiatives to raise awareness and encourage public involvement in lifesaving efforts

Through these efforts, LifeFlight Foundation Ltd ensures that LifeFlight Australia remains a world leader in aeromedical rescue and critical care, ready to respond swiftly and effectively whenever and wherever help is needed.