Message from John and Pauline Gandel
As we are entering 2021, our country and the world continue to face serious challenges. Our family is doing what we can to help out and support those most in need, through the various charities and for-purpose organisations that are on the frontline of humanitarian efforts.
We have all seen the light at the end of the tunnel, but this crisis is far from over. Recently Gandel Philanthropy announced our next phase of grants and funding in support of a range of needs including food security, mental health, family violence, digital equality and general aid (more information under 'news/media releases'). We plan to continue supporting the community and our charity partners throughout 2021.
Multicultural Chanukah brings light to the heart of Melbourne
In December 2020 Gandel Philanthropy joined forces with The Ark Centre and Fed Square to help produce a Multicultural Chanukah event at the Atrium at Fed Square. The Pillars of Light event – which was, in fact, a series of eight events across eight nights of the Chanukah Festival – aimed to bring a ray […]
Foodbank Appeal
Foodbank provides essential support to many struggling families and this year has been like no other. Since the start of COVID-19, Foodbank experienced 47% higher demand for food than before. In addition, some 29% of people and families accessing food relief have never done so before. In order to meet the growing need Gandel Philanthropy […]
VMC Multicultural Excellence Awards
At the recent 2020 Awards for Multicultural Excellence of the Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC), Gandel Philanthropy received a Highly Commended Award in the Refugee Advocacy category. The Refugee Advocacy Award recognises people and organisations that support or advocate for the rights and needs of newly arrived refugees and asylum seekers, improves access to settlement services […]
