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Variety Queensland Inc
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Annual Giving
$1.6M
About
Variety Queensland empowers children in Queensland who are sick, experiencing disadvantage, or living with disabilities. They provide critical help and hope through life-changing programs focused on medical care, mobility, education, and general support, aiming to ensure all children can live without limits.
Giving Philosophy
Variety Queensland directly provides critical support and resources, including medical care, mobility aids, and educational assistance, to individual children and families in Queensland. Their focus is on empowering children facing sickness, disadvantage, or disability to live without limits, ensuring they receive a fair go.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $1.6M | $3.4M | $1.1M | $-216,111 |
| FY2022 | $1.4M | $4.5M | $2.1M | $752K |
| FY2021 | $714K | $4.4M | $2.2M | $886K |
| FY2020 | $1.1M | $3.8M | $1.6M | $447K |
| FY2019 | $1.1M | $4.9M | $1.4M | $441K |
| FY2018 | $1.1M | $4.9M | $1.0M | $180K |
| FY2017 | $970K | $3.9M | $1.1M | $-93,698 |
| 7yr total | $8.0M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
healthdisabilityeducationyouthcommunity
Geographic
AU-QLD
Recipients
Children who are sickChildren experiencing disadvantageChildren living with disabilitiesFamilies of children in need
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Primarily through community fundraising events (e.g., Variety Bash, Magic Round
Board & Leadership
Bryan Ponting
chair
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Vivienne Coleman
chair
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Brett Peatey
board member
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Dakota Brown
board member
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Daniel George
board member
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Duncan Murray
secretary
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Jane Pickels
board member
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John Dickson
officeholder
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PAUL SHUMACK
board member
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Rodney Francisco
board member
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Samantha Fyfe
board member
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Vivienne Coleman
board member
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Foundation profile updated: 7 March 2026 (62 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (64 days ago)
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