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The Iris Foundation is for the prevention of su***de. All donations go directly to help grow the Foundation.

Central Coast charitable organisation which specialises in resilience training, delivers community projects & develops partnerships which enhance connections, improve mental well-being, build resilience and hope to reduce the risk of su***de. Primarily focused on young people and their families on the Central Coast of New South Wales, but does not exclude any individuals identified as at risk. Iris is the vision of light and the name commemorates two mothers who unselfishly nurtured their children and grand-children with unconditional love and acceptance. Fundraising campaigns, corporate sponsorship, and a joint effort will provide the resources required to assist Central Coast services in early detection and appropriate intervention

If you feel the Iris Foundation is worthy of your support just email a note to [email protected] as we would love to make contact with you. 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 su***de by supporting initiatives aimed at early intervention.

05/11/2026

Over the past four weeks, we’ve continued to build meaningful connections and strengthen the way we support women in our community through our Big Good: 52 Ripples of Prevention.

Delivered trauma-informed care training to our Because We Care Boutique volunteers, building understanding of how to create safe, welcoming and empowering experiences for every woman who walks through our doors.

Four weeks. One important step towards creating a more compassionate, connected and supportive community. Stay tuned for next month’s ripples!

30/10/2026

Build skills. Set goals. Grow your resilience. 💪

The Resilience Challenge is a two-hour training helping young people aged 15–24 feel better equipped to navigate life's challenges.

Learn more at irisfoundation.org.au/resilience

27/10/2026

We’re delighted to share that $3,360 was raised at the ALL ABOUT YOU: World Menopause Day Long Lunch, organised by Dr Shauna Watts, with the Debbie Gaunt Foundation as the beneficiary of the funds.

Further fundraising activities on World Menopause Day, supported by Central Coast Pilates studios and gyms, helped bring the combined total to over $6,000!

A huge thank you to Dr Shauna Watts, our local fitness partners and everyone who attended, donated or got involved to support women’s health! 💚🌱

23/10/2026

THE IRIS PAUSE | Ever walked into your local café and heard, “The usual?”

Those two little words say something powerful: I remember you. Belonging can start with the smallest things, remembering someone’s name, their coffee order or something they shared.

💭 One small thing this week: Remember one detail about someone you see regularly and let them know.

Want The Iris Pause delivered straight to your inbox, plus more resources to build a connected community? Join The Prevention Collective: https://ow.ly/cYzE5100l5K

22/10/2026

Thank you Coast Community News for shining a light on Frockin’ the Outback 2026, you can check out the article below! 👇

More than 3,000 items of clothing and accessories, alongside 750 packets of sanitary products, have been delivered to women across regional NSW as Iris

21/10/2026

We couldn’t be prouder! Congratulations to Paula Hardwick from Because We Care Boutique, who was nominated for Adult Volunteer of the Year in recognition of her work across multiple organisations, and Frockin’ The Outback, represented by Paula Hardwick and Elisha Winship, nominated for a team award at last night’s NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards.

It’s wonderful to see our Iris Foundation volunteers recognised for the incredible work they do in our community. Congratulations to all! 🌟

20/10/2026

Real conversations. New ideas. Meaningful connection. Join us for a different kind of experience, bringing women together for unexpected connections and new possibilities.

Featuring guest storyteller Jemima Gleeson from Glee Coffee.

📅 Tuesday 24 November | 11am–2pm
📍 Mingara Recreation Club
🎟️ $80 per person, including lunch and refreshments.

Come curious. Leave with a connection that matters. Book your place: https://events.humanitix.com/one-connection-away

14/10/2026

That’s a wrap on Frockin’ The Outback 2026! 🤠🛍️

A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible volunteers, Paula, Vickie and Elisha who hit the road; our generous sponsors and clothing and sanitary product donors; and the local service providers who helped make this initiative possible.

Your generosity, time and support helped us deliver essential items and create meaningful connections with women across regional NSW.

We couldn’t do it without you! With gratitude, from all of us at Iris Foundation, Frockin’ The Outback and Because We Care Boutique. Stay tuned for 2027!

13/10/2026

A wonderful write up by Michael at Moree Online News, thank you for supporting Frockin’theoutback2026! Read the article here: https://moreeonlinenews.com.au/2026/09/29/free-boutique-rolls-into-moree/

08/10/2026

Frockin’ The Outback has hit the road! This week, our incredible volunteers Elisha, Paula and Vickie are on the road, delivering thousands of dresses to service providers and communities across regional NSW.

Follow along Frockin’theoutback2026 to see all the stops along the way and discover the amazing work happening through this Because We Care Boutique initiative. 🤠 🩷

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The Entrance, NSW

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http://www.irisfoundation.org.au/

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