We encourage and support organisations that are capable of responding to social and ecological opportunities and challenges.
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About Us
The Foundation pays homage to the late Ian and Shirley Norman, who worked tirelessly to successfully establish the retail business of Norman Ross followed by Harvey Norman. The family is very proud of their parents’ work and charitable giving and now, with the generous support of the three Norman children, Karen, Tracy, and Glen, the Foundation has been set up to continue their parents’ substantial philanthropic efforts.
The Ian & Shirley Norman Foundation will provide support to projects that focus on:
- Pillar 1 – Being Ecologically Sound
- Pillar 2 – Protecting People from Harm
- Pillar 3 – Walking Together with Traditional Custodians
- Pillar 4 – Empowering Communities
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We don’t just donate. The Ian & Shirley Norman Foundation has been set up with a long-term funding view that backs innovation, is comfortable with risk and empowers communities to take on the challenges of our time.
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Thank you for having us!Connecting Country was delighted to host a visit from our financial supporters at the Ian & Shirley Norman Foundation. We love to connect with our funders but it is rare they come to visit, especially when they’ve come all the way from Newcastle (NSW)!
Tracy Norman (Founder and Chair) and Coralie Nichols (Chief Executive Officer) visited the Connecting Country office and field sites around Castlemaine on 28 July 2022. Thanks for visiting us!
Ian and Shirley Norman Foundation Landcare Victoria North Central CMA
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Last night, Directors and staff of ISNF had the pleasure of joining Soul Cafe Newcastle for A Taste of Soul. We shared a delicious meal and heard inspiring and brave stories from the guests and volunteers of Soul Café. Thank you to the wonderful Soul Team for having us and for so warmly welcoming us into their family.
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Well done.
Souths Cares in Dubbo!
Our Partners at Souths Cares hit the ground running in Dubbo, spending a working week in May, educating the next generation around issues such as mental health, wellbeing, staying active and working towards your goals - in partnership with the University of New South Wales and the Ian and Shirley Norman Foundation.
Click the link to check out the video of their visit! 📽
#ISNF #ianandshirleynormanfoundation #wedontjustdonate #southscares #gratitude #buildingbetterrelationships #EmpoweringCommunities
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Ian & Shirley Norman Foundation
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We encourage and support organisations that are capable of responding to social and ecological opportunities and challenges.