About nib foundation
Our vision is for all people to live longer in better health.
We believe an integrated and fair health system that supports earlier prevention of chronic disease and equitable access for people experiencing disparities is key to better health and wellbeing for all.
Who we are
nib foundation was created in 2008 as an independent charitable trust following a $25 million donation from nib. These funds were raised through the issue of new shares at the time of listing nib on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) in November 2007.
Today, nib continues to support our vision for all people to live longer in better health by providing unclaimed dividends from their shareholder base.
Get to know nib foundation
Over $32 million in funding provided
Since its inception, our foundation has committed over $32 million in funding to our partners. We continue to commit $1.5-$2 million each year.
Support for over 205 charities
We have partnered with more than 205 charities and not for profit groups who are experts in their field to deliver targeted and accessible health and wellbeing programs.
Stories from our partners
Read our latest nib Community Report which brings to life the work we do across the nib Group in the communities where we live and work.
Our mission
Our mission is to help reduce the chronic disease burden on individuals, populations and the health system by investing in partnerships that:
Promote prevention
Enable health equity
The opportunity for good health is not equal. Some people face more barriers to finding the help they need.
This makes it harder to stay well, avoid long term health conditions, and achieve full health potential.
Alongside our partners we are working to reduce these barriers and improve health equity so that more people stay healthy, recover well and prevent further illness.
Who we support
nib foundation supports communities where nib operates, including our nib members. We have a special interest in reducing barriers and improving health outcomes for people who experience discrimination and marginalisation from the health system, including:
First Nations peoples
People living with disability
People living in regional and remote areas
People from culturally diverse backgrounds
Our Impact
Last financial year nib foundation’s Prevention Partnerships helped more than 431,810 Aussies and Kiwis access programs designed to build health literacy and reduce the health risks that contribute most to chronic disease.
Partnership principles
We partner with organisations to help people and communities achieve better health and wellbeing.
Two entities, one purpose
nib foundation is comprised of two charitable entities:
nib foundation Limited is a charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) with a charitable purpose of advancing health and advancing social or public welfare.
nib foundation Trust, also registered with the ACNC, is a Private Ancillary Fund (PAF) that provides funding support to registered Australian charities with Deducible Gift Recipient (DGR) and Charity Tax Concession status.
