The Gillies Foundation

The Gillies Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation established in 2023 with a dedicated focus on supporting animal rescue groups across Victoria, Australia. It recognises the vital role these groups play in providing care and protection to vulnerable animals, ensuring they receive the compassion and assistance they need. The Foundation acts as a financial backbone to these rescue efforts, enabling volunteers and organisations to continue their essential work in animal welfare.

Mission and Vision

The Foundation’s mission is to provide financial assistance to animal rescue groups, empowering them to extend care to animals in need. Its vision is a community where every vulnerable animal in Victoria is protected and given the opportunity for a safe and loving home, supported by strong, compassionate rescue networks.

Main Objectives

• Provide funding to animal rescue groups to cover veterinary costs, foster care, and other essential services.
• Support volunteers who dedicate their time and resources to rescuing and caring for animals.
• Raise awareness about the challenges faced by vulnerable animals and the importance of rescue efforts.
• Encourage community involvement in animal welfare through partnerships and outreach.

Benefiting Groups

The primary beneficiaries are the animal rescue groups operating in Victoria, which include organisations that assist:

• Individuals unable to afford veterinary treatment for their pets.
• Animals facing neglect, illness, or homelessness.
• Senior pets and animals with disabilities such as blindness or amputation.
• Volunteers who provide foster care and transport for rescued animals.

Types of Services and Activities

• Financial grants to cover veterinary bills and emergency care.
• Support for foster care programs that provide temporary homes for rescued animals.
• Assistance with transport logistics to move animals to safe environments or new homes.
• Community engagement initiatives to promote animal welfare and responsible pet ownership.