Community Wellbeing Series
- Partnership Opportunities
- Local councils, health services
- Future Impact
- Strengthening community-level mental and physical wellbeing.
Australian Founded · Community Driven · Globally Minded
Creating lasting community impact through wellbeing, education, sport and connection.
Side Eight Foundation creates meaningful community impact through programs, partnerships and initiatives that strengthen lives, foster belonging and create opportunities for future generations.
2026
Foundation Launch
6
Impact Areas
3+
Regions of Focus
Global Vision
Reach & Partnerships
- 1AustraliaFoundation Home
- 2United StatesSporting & Community Partnerships
- 3EuropeCommunity & Retreat Partnerships
- 4Future CommunitiesEmerging Opportunities
Why We Exist
A foundation built to deliver lasting community outcomes.
Side Eight Foundation was established to support individuals, families and communities through initiatives that improve wellbeing, strengthen resilience and create positive social outcomes.
Beginning in Australia and growing through partnerships around the world, our mission is to create lasting impact where people live, learn, work and play.
Strategic
Programs designed with measurable outcomes
Collaborative
Partnerships with institutions and communities
Enduring
Built to deliver impact across generations
Areas of Impact
Six focus areas. One unified mission.
Health & Wellbeing
Supporting initiatives that strengthen physical, mental and emotional health across communities.
Sporting Communities
Partnering with grassroots clubs and elite organisations to expand opportunity through sport.
Education & Life Skills
Programs that equip young people with the knowledge and capabilities to thrive.
Community Connection
Initiatives that foster belonging, reduce isolation and rebuild local social fabric.
Environmental Initiatives
Projects that protect, restore and steward natural environments in partnership with communities.
Global Partnerships
Cross-border collaborations that share knowledge, capability and resources for collective impact.
Our Journey
A deliberate roadmap to lasting impact.
1
2026
Foundation Launch
Side Eight Foundation Ltd is established and governance frameworks set.
2
2027
Community Wellbeing Programs
Pilot wellbeing initiatives delivered in partnership with local organisations.
3
2028
Sporting Community Partnerships
Strategic alliances launched with sporting bodies across Australia.
4
2029
Health & Education Initiatives
Expansion into hospital wellbeing and life-skills programming.
5
2030+
International Collaborations
Cross-border partnerships across the United States, Europe and beyond.
Foundation Programs
Flagship initiatives shaping our first decade.
Youth Sporting Support
- Partnership Opportunities
- Grassroots clubs, sporting bodies
- Future Impact
- Removing barriers to participation for young people.
Hospital Wellbeing Programs
- Partnership Opportunities
- Hospital foundations, clinicians
- Future Impact
- Supporting patients, families and frontline care teams.
Education & Life Skills
- Partnership Opportunities
- Schools, vocational providers
- Future Impact
- Equipping young people for the realities of work and life.
Community Connection Programs
- Partnership Opportunities
- Community groups, faith organisations
- Future Impact
- Reducing isolation and rebuilding local belonging.
Environmental & Community Projects
- Partnership Opportunities
- Land managers, environmental groups
- Future Impact
- Protecting and restoring shared natural environments.
Experienced Leadership
Purpose Driven Impact
Side Eight Foundation Ltd is guided by leaders committed to creating meaningful community outcomes through transparency, accountability and service.
Founder & Director
Angela Dignan
Founder of Side Eight Foundation Ltd and senior public sector executive with extensive experience leading large-scale service delivery, organisational transformation and community-focused initiatives. Passionate about creating opportunities that strengthen wellbeing, education, sporting communities and social connection.
Board of Directors
Future Board Members
Independent directors will be appointed to provide strategic governance, financial stewardship and oversight of the Foundation's long-term direction.
Appointments to come
Advisory Members
Future Advisory Board
Specialist advisors across health, education, sport, philanthropy and community development will inform program design and partnership strategy.
Appointments to come
Ambassador Network
Community Ambassadors
Recognised community leaders and respected voices will champion the Foundation's mission across Australia and beyond.
Appointments to come
Recognition
Join us at the beginning.
Every enduring organisation begins with people who believe in a vision before it becomes a reality.
Side Eight Foundation will recognise the individuals, families, businesses and community partners whose early commitment makes lasting impact possible. These are future recognition categories — not donation tiers.
Register Your InterestFounding Supporters
Inaugural individuals and families who help shape the Foundation's earliest chapter.
Future Recognition
Community Champions
Local leaders advancing the Foundation's mission within their own communities.
Future Recognition
Corporate Partners
Businesses aligning purpose, capability and resources to long-term community outcomes.
Future Recognition
Philanthropic Partners
Family offices, trusts and foundations co-investing in lasting community impact.
Future Recognition
Volunteers
Skilled contributors offering time, expertise and networks across programs.
Future Recognition
Transparency & Governance
Built on accountability from day one.
Side Eight Foundation Ltd is structured to meet the expectations of grant assessors, institutional partners and the communities we serve.
Funding Transparency
Clear reporting on how funds are received, allocated and deployed.
Grant Applications
Open and accountable processes for grant assessment and award.
Community Impact Reporting
Measurable outcomes published for every program we deliver.
Partnership Accountability
Defined commitments and shared review with each partner organisation.
Future Annual Reports
Published annual reports beginning with our inaugural reporting year.
Governance Documents
Public documents available as the Foundation matures.
The following documents will be published progressively to support transparency and public confidence.
Constitution
The Foundation's foundational governing document.
Coming SoonStrategic Plan
Multi-year direction, priorities and measurable goals.
Coming SoonAnnual Reports
Yearly account of activity, governance and finances.
Coming SoonImpact Reports
Outcomes delivered across programs and partnerships.
Coming SoonPolicies
Risk, conflict of interest, child safety and operating policies.
Coming SoonOur Reach
Local roots. Global possibilities.
Side Eight Foundation was founded in Australia with a vision to strengthen communities through wellbeing, education, sport and connection.
As the Foundation grows, partnerships and initiatives may extend across Australia, the United States, Europe and other communities around the world.
Australia — Foundation Home
United States — Sporting & Community Partnerships
Europe — Community & Retreat Partnerships
Future Communities — Emerging Opportunities
Global Vision
Reach & Partnerships
- 1AustraliaFoundation Home
- 2United StatesSporting & Community Partnerships
- 3EuropeCommunity & Retreat Partnerships
- 4Future CommunitiesEmerging Opportunities
Get Involved
Three ways to help build what comes next.
Become a Founding Supporter
Help shape the foundation's earliest chapter as an individual, family or organisation.
Register InterestPartner With Us
Explore institutional, corporate or community partnerships aligned to our focus areas.
Start a ConversationVolunteer With Us
Contribute your expertise, networks or time to support our programs as they launch.
Express InterestContact
Start a conversation with the foundation.
Whether you represent an institution, a philanthropic family, a corporate partner or a community organisation, we welcome the opportunity to connect.
hello@sideeightfoundation.org
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