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Growing connections across generations

Hand Heart Pocket is a philanthropic foundation established by the Freemasons of Queensland. We partner with other charities and philanthropists to help create positive change alongside people in need in Queensland and Papua New Guinea, particularly young people. We also help Freemasons to support the causes that matter to them.

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New consortium aims to build investor confidence and grow catalytic capital in Australia

Hand Heart Pocket, Minderoo Foundation, Paul Ramsay Foundation and Snow Foundation have joined the funders of the Catalytic Capital Consortium (C3) to launch Catalytic Capital Consortium Australia, a new collaboration to build the evidence and market infrastructure needed to grow catalytic capital in Australia.
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The power of belonging

Through culturally informed mentoring and trusted relationships, Stars Foundation supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls and young women to strengthen their connection to culture, pursue their aspirations and shape their futures.
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Backing the technologies that will shape tomorrow

Our private equity portfolio includes a select group of venture-capital and innovation-focused investments that position our capital for the needs and opportunities of future generations.
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OUR PURPOSE

A shared commitment to lasting change

Our purpose is to partner for change for people in need. Across Queensland and Papua New Guinea, we work alongside Freemason Members, partners and communities towards three interconnected outcomes:

  • Greater economic equity and opportunity for young people

  • Shared wellbeing and connection across generations

  • Resilient, future-ready communities

Our Approach

Working together for greater outcomes

Our approach connects people and resources in ways that turn shared ambition into positive change.

Members

Local knowledge in action

Freemason Members and Lodges combine generosity with strong community connections to support people across Queensland.

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Partnerships

Achieving more together

We partner with organisations that bring the expertise, experience and trusted relationships to deliver effective programs and initiatives.

Impact

10,000 young people by 2030

Our goal is to support 10,000 young people to achieve the outcomes they need to thrive in life.

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FREEMASON MEMBERS

Make your generosity go further

Freemason Members and Lodges can make their generosity go further through Matched Giving and other opportunities to participate and stay connected.

  • Double eligible donations through Matched Giving

  • Support charities and people across Queensland

  • Find information and opportunities for Members and Lodges

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Plant for the next season with us

Together, we can create greater opportunity, strengthen connections across generations and build resilient communities for the future.

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