Iwasaki Foundation

20/03/2026

Recently, the Foundation approved 3 new Grant applications for Round 1 2026.

Autism Qld Rockhampton has received funding for equipment and furniture for a new classroom that they have now opened to help cope with demand for their services.

Clermont Men's Shed has received funding for concrete flooring in a new shed they are constructing.

Gracemere Men's Shed has received funding for the purchase of a 3D printer which will enhance the opportunities for the current member, and to hopefully attract younger members as well.

Our Charitable Grants program has helped so many organisations across CQ and we are looking forward to even more applications for Round 2 which closes on Sept15th.

04/03/2026

Some fun facts now that 2025 is done and dusted.

As of December 2025, Iwasaki Foundation has funded Charitable Grants to the value of $2,830,059.90; and Tertiary Education Bursaries to the value of $1,793,194.97.

It's quite staggering really to think of what has been spent on supporting our community, especially for a Foundation that still seems to be relatively unknown to a lot of people.

So with your help in sharing these posts, we will continue to try and get our name out there.

Don't forget!! We have DGR status which means that any donation over $2.00 is tax deductible. We currently manage our own investment portfolio but with so many needy people and organisations out there that we could help, donations will assist us in doing just that by adding to what funding we already have.

20/02/2026

18/02/2026

It is fantastic to see so many young CQ students heading towards a bright future with the help of the Iwasaki Foundation Bursary program

18/02/2026

So Good News!! We have approved 7 Bursaries for 2026 which is very exciting.
Currently we are supporting 17 students in various stages of their degree's, who may not have been able to continue on at Uni without some financial assistance.
So proud...

06/02/2026

So far this month, we have interviewed 6 new potential Bursary applicants for the 2026 year. This is very exciting and hopefully we will be able to support them all on their academic journey.

The Board will now deliberate on the results of the interviews and make their decision, so stay tuned.

17/12/2025

It was an honour to put the Iwasaki Foundation logo sticker to acknowledge the Foundations contribution to washing and drying machines for the Mobi bus. This project will help provide homeless people in the area with food and hygiene dignity. Congratulations to the Shelter Collective for the amazing work they do in the CQ area.

17/12/2025

Today was the reveal of the MOBI (Mobile Outreach Bus Initiative) which was undertaken by The Shelter Collective.
Iwasaki Foundation granted funding in 2024 of over $13,000 for the purchase of 2 washers and dryers, 2 generators, and air conditioning for the bus.
With homelessness in Rockhampton on the rise, the bus will be able to provide some dignity to the homeless by way of showers and toilets, clothes washing facilities and meals.
We are very proud to be a part of this project, and Foundation Chair Vicki Bastin-Byrne was there today for launch.

07/12/2025

It is with great pride the Bursary chair John and myself attended the graduation of 4 of our Iwasaki Bursary recipients. Well done and congratulations on completing your studies. 👏👏

On Thursday Dec 4th, CQU Rockhampton held their 2025 Graduation ceremony and the Foundation was very proud to have 4 of their Bursary students taking part.
The 4 students were Maddy Mahony - Bachelor of Oral Health, Ella Dalgleish - Bachelor of Oral Health, Mia Bradshaw - Bachelor of Paramedic Science, and Ainsley Mulligan - Bachelor of Medical Science.
In the photo below are Foundation Chair Vicki Bastin-Byrne, Mia Bradshaw, Ainsley Mulligan and Bursary Committee Chair John Lindsay.

Ainsley is one of 2 students we currently have in the Medical program who are now doing Doctor of Medicine which is available now with UQ (University of Qld) in their external campus in Rockhampton.

We also have Mackenzie Mulligan who has just completed a Bachelor of Marine Science at JCU in Townsville, and her ceremony is being held at JCU in March 2026.

07/12/2025

On Thursday Dec 4th, CQU Rockhampton held their 2025 Graduation ceremony and the Foundation was very proud to have 4 of their Bursary students taking part.
The 4 students were Maddy Mahony - Bachelor of Oral Health, Ella Dalgleish - Bachelor of Oral Health, Mia Bradshaw - Bachelor of Paramedic Science, and Ainsley Mulligan - Bachelor of Medical Science.
In the photo below are Foundation Chair Vicki Bastin-Byrne, Mia Bradshaw, Ainsley Mulligan and Bursary Committee Chair John Lindsay.

Ainsley is one of 2 students we currently have in the Medical program who are now doing Doctor of Medicine which is available now with UQ (University of Qld) in their external campus in Rockhampton.

We also have Mackenzie Mulligan who has just completed a Bachelor of Marine Science at JCU in Townsville, and her ceremony is being held at JCU in March 2026.

26/09/2025

On Saturday morning 20th September, several IFL Directors attended a breakfast celebrating the Grand Opening of the Yeppoon RSL Sub-Branch after extensive renovations. The club looks absolutely amazing!!
The Foundation funded just over $100,000 to complete Stage 2 of the renovations which featured the extension of the verandah and roof, providing more undercover seating area for clientele, and the installation of a lift to allow access to all members of the community.
The photo below shows from left to right:
John Edwards -CQ District RSL President, John Lindsay - IFL Bursary Chair, Jeff McIroy - Ypn RSL President, Hugh Grant OAM - IFL Company Secretary, Andrew Morris - IFL Director, Kathy Holmes - IFL Treasurer, Vicki Bastin-Byrne - IFL Chair, Michelle Landry MP - Federal Member for Capricornia, Pat Eastwood - Deputy Mayor LSC, and Iain Carty - RSL Qld State Secretary.