The Association of Financial Advisers (AFA) Foundation has raised $128,625 from member and partner donations at various events over the past year which is continuing to be distributed among several chosen charity partners.
AFA CEO, Brad Fox, said the AFA community continues to prove their generosity and commitment to helping those less fortunate. “Members and partners really value the opportunity and forum to make a difference to the lives of a variety of people. It is something the AFA deems very important.”
“By engaging with members and partners in raising awareness of chosen charities we continue to build on the community spirit the AFA is known for.”
AFA Foundation Chair, Pina Sciarrone said the AFA community should be congratulated for their work in supporting the Foundation. “We have been able to help several charities who provide crucial support for those in need. We believe our work in this area reflects the wishes of our members, who are very committed to ensuring the wellbeing of their local community, and the national community.”
The impact of the donations was brought to life at the 2014 AFA National Adviser Conference, where the AFA helped the Make-A-Wish foundation give 5-year-old Zavier Harper, who suffers from leukaemia, his wish to attend the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island, and to meet his idol, rider Cal Crutchlow.
The other charities supported include the Prostate Cancer Foundation, Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia, Black Dog Institute, Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation, Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Royal Hospital for Children, MND and Me, Little Heroes Foundation, Salvation Army, Make-A-Wish, Ronald McDonald House Hobart, Women’s Housing and Legacy.
