FMF is helping bring Tour de Cure’s Melbourne Gala to life in February 2026
In June, we watched the Tour de Cure Snow Ball in Sydney turn generosity into real-world impact, raising an extraordinary $1.62 million for cancer research. Inspired by that momentum—and proud that Gabby pledged on FMF’s behalf—we’re now channelling our energy into Melbourne. The Tour de Cure Melbourne Gala is set for February 2026, and the […]
Standing with Polished Man in 2025: Continuing the Conversation
At the Frank Montagnese Foundation, we believe that lasting change begins with difficult conversations. That’s why we are proud to continue our support for the Polished Man campaign, an initiative that calls on people everywhere to stand up, speak out, and help end violence against women and children before it begins. The 2025 campaign, launched […]
FMF joins a night of circus-themed generosity at Tour de Cure’s Snow Ball
The Grand Ballroom at ICC Sydney swapped chandeliers for carnival stripes on Friday, 13 June 2025, when Tour de Cure staged its annual Snow Ball — this year re-imagined as Welcome to the Circus. The big-top décor, aerial artists and toe-tapping house band set the tone for an evening that mixed showmanship with serious purpose: […]
Variety’s Heartfelt Thanks: How Your Support Helps 110,000 Aussie Kids Thrive
When the Frank Montagnese Foundation (FMF) partners with a cause, we look for organisations that deliver tangible results for children and families who need a hand. Variety – the Children’s Charity of Victoria is one of those organisations. Last week our team received a warm note of thanks from Variety acknowledging our recent contribution. The […]
Mibbinbah Spirit Healing brings ‘Understanding Your Anger’ to Warwick
Mibbinbah Spirit Healing will host a one-day “Understanding Your Anger” workshop in Warwick on Wednesday 25 June 2025. Running from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm at 52 King Street, the program offers a safe, culturally grounded setting where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants can examine the roots of anger, share stories, and build healthy […]
Frank Montagnese Foundation Champions “The Sicilians” in Variety Bash 2025 Outback Odyssey
The Frank Montagnese Foundation (FMF) is proud to announce its continued sponsorship of Team Sicilians, led by John Mantello, as they gear up for the 2025 Variety Bash. Set to take place from 8 to 17 August, this year’s Bash marks a special milestone as Variety celebrates 50 years of supporting Australian children in need. […]
Facing the Fundraising Storm: How NFPs Can Navigate Through Tough Times
2025 is shaping up as one of the toughest fundraising years yet for Australian not-for-profits (NFPs). With growing demand, shrinking donor wallets, and rising complexity, charities face mounting pressures to keep the doors open and the lights on. At the Frank Montagnese Foundation, we’re deeply aware of these challengesand more importantly, how NFPs can overcome […]
Marathon des Sables: A Story of Generosity and Community Impact
When Alan Kearney took on the Marathon des Sables, a gruelling 250-kilometre footrace across the scorching sands of the Sahara Desert, he wasn’t just chasing personal glory. Alan set out a far more significant goal: to raise vital funds for community-driven change, exemplified by his support for Tour De Cure and OneBall. His extraordinary effort […]
The Power of Partnership: Stories from the FMF Village
A grant can light the first spark, but it is the relationships around that spark that keep the fire burning. At the Frank Montagnese Foundation (FMF), we look beyond single transactions to build networks of donors, volunteers and corporate allies that carry each project further than money alone ever could. These three stories show our […]
Beyond the Cheque: How the Frank Montagnese Foundation Turns Funding into Lasting Impact
Money alone never mends a broken community or lifts a family out of hardship. It is the way that money is channelled, guided by empathy, rigour and ongoing partnership, that makes the difference. At the Frank Montagnese Foundation (FMF), we have built a hands-on model that ensures every dollar we give travels the full distance […]
