Giving Hope,
Driving Impact

The Rona Ellis Foundation supports charities with a focus on children's education, poverty relief, environmental protection, animal welfare and ocean conservation.
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Our Guiding Principles

Nurturing Children

We are committed to nurturing the well-being of children by supporting organisations that provide access to education, healthcare, and safe environments.

Preserving Nature

We are dedicated to environmental causes, with a focus on ocean and marine conservation.

Empowering Women

We support organisations that empower women by providing them with access to education, skills, and resources.

Protecting Animals

We work with organisations that address animal suffering and mistreatment.
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$3,514,250
has been distributed to selected charities.
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Financial Overview 

To date, the Rona Ellis Foundation has distributed $3,514,250 to selected charities. Our commitment to transparency ensures that every dollar is strategically allocated to create the maximum positive impact. 

Charities We Support

Humanitarian

The Hunger Project

Operating in various countries, including Australia, The Hunger Project aims to break the cycle of poverty and hunger globally. The organisation addresses not only immediate food shortages, but engages in advocacy, partnerships and local mobilisation projects to build capacity, leadership and infrastructure in communities.
Wildlife Conservation

Conflict Islands Conservation Initiative (CICI)

The Conflict Islands Conservation Initiative (CICI) aims to conserve, protect and enhance the natural environment and biodiversity of the Coral Sea, in particular around the Conflict Islands in Milne Bay, Papua New Guinea.

CICI has established preservation initiatives for turtles, rays and corals, and collaborates with global researchers, conservation organisations and universities, to achieve its conservation mission.
Education

Australia Cambodia Foundation (Sunrise Cambodia) 

Sunrise Cambodia is an Australian charity dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable individuals and communities in Cambodia. By providing education, healthcare and community development programs, the organisation aims to empower children and families and long term self-reliance, breaking the cycle of poverty.
Women's Empowerment

Opportunity International Australia

Opportunity International Australia offers small loans, savings and other financial resources to entrepreneurs, particularly women, to start or expand their small business. By facilitating financial inclusion, the organisation hopes to create sustainable economic development in disadvantaged communities.
Ocean Impact
Great Barrier Reef Legacy
The purpose of the Great Barrier Reef Legacy is to ensure the conservation and preservation of the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world's most threatened natural wonders. The charity collaborates with scientists, researchers, and the community to generate valuable data, raise awareness about the reef's importance, and develop coral reef restoration initiatives.
Wildlife Conservation
Humane Society International Australia
Humane Society International Australia (HSI) is committed to promoting animal welfare and conservation globally. The organisation focuses on a range of issues, including wildlife protection, habitat conservation, and the humane treatment of animals, engaging in advocacy, scientific research and public awareness campaigns to drive positive change.
Animal Conservation
Sydney Dog & Cats Home
Sydney Dogs & Cats Home is a haven for Sydney’s lost, abandoned, and neglected pets. In addition to its core mission of providing shelter, food, vet care, and love, the organisation commits to its Getting to Zero mission, striving to rehome every healthy and treatable animal without placing a time limit on any rehomable animal awaiting adoption.
Education
School of St Jude
The School of St Jude is an organisation founded in Tanzania that provides free, quality education to poor, bright students, and is supported by an Australian base called The School of St Jude (Australia).
Ocean Impact
Great Barrier Reef Foundation
The Great Barrier Reef is fighting for life and we are fighting for her future. Help build resilience into our most precious marine ecosystems.
Ocean Impact
Take 3 for the Sea
Take 3 for the Sea is an award-winning Australian charity on a mission to rid the oceans of plastic pollution.

Our Board

Our Board is driven by a collective passion for positive social and environmental change.
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Chris Ellis

Chris set up the Rona Ellis Foundation in 2007 in memory of his late mother Rona, who passed away that year.
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Sandrina Postorino

Sandrina Postorino, Director of the Rona Ellis Foundation, is a venture capitalist with an extensive background in corporate strategy and a passion for ocean conservation.
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Andrew Hungerford

Andrew Hungerford is the Responsible Person and Director of the Rona Ellis Foundation, bringing nearly 25 years experience in the financial services sector, including nearly 20 years managing his own advisory.
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