At Hume Bank we believe in making progress for all in our community, and to do this we will take a stand on big issues that our community cares about.
One of these is family and domestic violence. We understand that we all need to work together to promote and foster safe, equal and respectful relationships and that we all must continue to do more”.
Hume Bank CEO, Stephen Capello.
In July 2024, Hume Bank announced the launch of its dedicated Safer Communities Fund in support of creating a safer community and helping to end domestic and family violence. The fund will contribute financial support directly to frontline family and domestic violence services across the region.
As a participant in the Respect & Protect Initiative, Hume Bank has joined other businesses across Australia in promoting respect and protecting against financial abuse. The Respect and Protect public awareness campaign draws attention to the hidden epidemic of financial abuse.
“We are making an initial contribution of $50,000 and will continue to add to this total over the coming years. Funds will be distributed via grants directly to organisations in the region delivering these vital services.”
Stephen Capello, Hume Bank CEO.
Border Trust will receive and manage donations and deliver the grant program, ensuring funds are allocated to programs that meet the established grant criteria across Albury, Wodonga, Federation, Greater Hume, Indigo, Towong, Wagga and Wangaratta Local Government Areas.
The Hume Bank and Border Trust collaboration will involve extensive community consultation to identify the most pressing needs and ensure the effective distribution of resources.
“We are thrilled to partner with Hume Bank to address this pressing need in our community. As a community foundation, Border Trust has the local connections and expertise needed to effectively manage the Safer Communities Fund, and ensure grants are effectively delivered to those in need. Donors can rest assured that their gift will make a positive difference, now and in the future” .
Sue Gold, Border Trust Executive Officer.
The first grant round will open 5 August 2024, with applications closing 15 September 2024.
The successful programs will be announced at Hume Bank’s AGM on 20 November, 2024.
If you would like to contribute to this cause, tax-deductible donations can be made to the Fund at any Hume Bank branch or via bank transfer into: –
BSB- 640 000 Account number 111 334 863.
Account Name: Community Foundation for Albury Wodonga Region.
Reference: (Your Name)
Please email mail@bordertrust.org.au to receive a tax-deductible receipt for your donation.
