 The Iris Foundation is for the prevention of suicide, primarily focused on young people and their families on the Central Coast of New South Wales.
Bev Baldwin lost her grand-daughter to suicide and after struggling with the pain of such a tragedy, decided to do something positive.
Bev and Dawn Hooper established the Foundation in 2006 under the United Way Central Coast Community Chest Trust.
“Iris” was chosen as the name because it means “vision of light” and is also the name of their mothers.
The first goal of $100,000 was reached early 2010 and in order for the Foundation to be a lasting legacy to the Central Coast further donations and sponsorships are being sought to enable it to offer worthwhile assistance for “at risk” individuals and families.
If you feel the Iris Foundation is worthy of your support just email a note to enquiries@irisfoundation.org.au as we would love to make contact with you.
All donations go directly to help grow the Foundation. Administration costs are carried by the Founders or covered by money resourced specifically for that purpose.
Collectively the Coast can make a huge difference in helping to prevent the tragedy of suicide by supporting initiatives aimed at early intervention.
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