This online toolbox is designed to assist you in setting up and running an RCH Auxiliary. Below you will find everything you need to know about the RCH Auxiliaries, from responsibilities and management to event registration and exclusive communications.
The RCH Auxiliaries is comprised of 60 auxiliary groups with around 450 volunteers from across Victoria. The primary goal of the RCH Auxiliaries is to raise funds for the RCH. Auxiliaries are also a fun way to connect with like-minded people and build great friendships. The Auxiliaries form a part of the RCH Foundation, the fundraising arm of the hospital.
Governed by the Auxiliaries Executive Committee, the RCH Auxiliaries have been raising funds for the hospital since 1922 under the mission: “One team working towards one goal – making sick kids better.” They raise funds in myriad ways for many special causes across the RCH.
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Setting up an Auxiliary
Ready to set up your own Auxiliary with like minded friends and or family members? Here you can learn more about setting up an Auxiliary and fundraising for the hospital.
Read moreAuxiliary member responsibilities
Learn more about the values of the RCH Foundation and your responsibilities as an Auxiliary member.
Read moreRunning and managing an Auxiliary
The primary goal of an RCH Auxiliary is to raise funds for the hospital, but being a part of an Auxiliary can also be a lot of fun! Here you can learn more about the requirements for running and managing an Auxiliary.
Funding process
Auxiliaries raise funds to support the hospital and these may be tied to a certain area or department within the RCH. Here you can learn more about how an Auxiliary can support the RCH.
Read moreFundraising and events
There are so many different ways an RCH Auxiliary can raise funds for the hospital. Here you can learn more about fundraising and events, including some helpful guidelines.
Read moreRCH Auxiliaries working together
There are many opportunities for the RCH Auxiliaries to come together as a group to collaborate and share ideas. The dedication and commitment of Auxiliaries is also recognised through a series of awards and commendations.
Read moreResources and helpful information
Here you can learn more about the RCH Auxiliaries and find some helpful tips and information.
Key Contacts
If you have any questions or enquiries related to the RCH Auxiliaries, please contact a member of our team.
Laura Buck
Manager, Auxiliaries and Fundraising
Level 2, 48 Flemington Road
Parkville VIC 3052
03 9345 6491
[email protected]
Lucia Di Maio
Auxiliaries Coordinator
Level 2, 48 Flemington Road
Parkville VIC 3052
03 9345 5188
[email protected]
Tiffany Lucas
President, RCH Auxiliaries
Level 2, 48 Flemington Road
Parkville VIC 3052
[email protected]
Patron of Auxiliaries
Penny Fowler AM is Chairman of the Herald & Weekly Times and News Corp Australia’s Community Ambassador. Penny is also Chairman of the Good Friday Appeal, Chair of the National Portrait Gallery and Deputy Chair of the Royal Botanic Gardens, as well as sitting on various other boards.
Auxiliaries Executive Committee (AEC)
The Auxiliaries are governed by a dedicated AEC. Here are the members who make up the 2022 – 2025 committee.
Tiffany Lucas
President
Jan Gilbertson
Vice President
Charlotte Spencer-Roy
Secretary
Ruth Murray
Chair, Fundraising Committee
and general member
Robyn Anderson OAM
Chair, Membership Committee
and general member
Jan Crockart
General member
Ryan Brown
General member and
Chief Executive Officer,
the RCH Foundation