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The McWhirter Foundation Melbourne Conference
The McWhirter Foundation Melbourne Conference

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Annual Review 2019
Annual Review 2019

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We’re excited to share that our Geelong Chances program was awarded a grant from the Geelong Community Foundation at their annual Grant Gala, held at the Norlane ARC. 🎉 Our CEO Jackie Taylor and Geelong Programs Coordinator Jill Anderson were
Our Western Chances community shone brightly at the recent Brimbank City Council Awards! 🌟 Two of our incredible recipients and alumni, Todd and Milena, were nominated for the 2026 Youth Citizen Award 👏 — recognising young people creating a
We’re excited to officially welcome Patrice O’Brien to the Western Chances Board! 🌟 Patrice is the Chief Employment and Engagement Officer at Victoria University, where she leads student employment, partnerships, and government and com
Highlights from our recent West Connect event!! 💼 📸 Our Western Chances recipients, alumni and supporters came together for an energising night of personal branding tips, LinkedIn insights, professional headshots and meaningful connections. ✨ It
Last month, our incredible recipients and alumni led the way on our 2026 Three Peaks Trek 🏔️🧡 Throughout the three days, they connected with supporters, helped fundraise for scholarships, and proudly represented Western Chances — playing an
Save the date 📅 Our flagship fundraising event is back, bringing together leaders across business, education and community to support young people in Melbourne’s west and Geelong. 🎉 An inspiring afternoon of connection and purpose, this i

Western Chances acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, the Boonwurrung, Woiwurrung, and Wadawurrung people of the Kulin Nation, and pays our deepest respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging. We honour the ongoing connection to land, culture, and community of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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