A school shaped by generosity
For generations, the generosity of the St Catherine’s community has helped create opportunities that enrich the lives of young women. Through the St Catherine’s Foundation, the support of parents, Old Girls, staff and friends of the School continues to shape student experiences through scholarships, educational programs and exceptional learning environments, leaving a lasting impact for generations to come.
St Catherine’s Foundation
Established in 1982, the St Catherine’s Foundation exists to support the School’s educational programs, facilities and scholarship opportunities. Through the generosity of the School community, the Foundation helps advance St Catherine’s mission to nurture young women of character, intellect and purpose.
Community members who make a cumulative philanthropic contribution of $1,500 or more are invited to become Foundation Members. Membership celebrates a shared commitment to the future of St Catherine’s and recognises those whose generosity helps create opportunities that enrich the lives of our students. For further information please contact us at, foundation@stcatherines.nsw.edu.au.
Create a Lasting Legacy
Your support of the St Catherine’s Foundation helps create opportunities that enrich the lives of current and future students. Every gift, regardless of size, strengthens our School community and helps ensure generations of young women can learn, lead and make a meaningful contribution to the world.
Please choose from one of the following areas to direct your gift.
Indigenous Scholarship Fund
St Catherine’s has a proud history of supporting young women from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Through the Indigenous Scholarship Fund, the Foundation helps create pathways that foster opportunity, inclusion and a sense of belonging. Supported by the generosity of our community, the Fund ensures this important legacy continues for future generations.
Faith Patterson Scholarship Fund
Named in honour of former Headmistress Miss Faith Patterson AM, the Faith Patterson Scholarship Fund supports students entering Year 11, helping ensure that talent and potential are never limited by financial circumstance. Through the generosity of donors, the Fund continues Miss Patterson’s enduring legacy of educational opportunity, enabling young women to complete their St Catherine’s journey and realise their aspirations.
St Catherine’s Building Fund
The impact of philanthropy can be seen throughout the School. Our community of donors have helped bring to life many of the facilities that enrich daily student experiences, including Jane Barker Hall, the Jo Karaolis Sports Centre, the Dr Julie Townsend Theatre, the Multi-Purpose Hall and the Aquatic Centre. These spaces provide opportunities for girls to learn, perform, compete and flourish in every aspect of school life.
Leaving a legacy
Remembering St Catherine’s in your Will is a meaningful way to support future generations of St Catherine’s students. Bequests help ensure that girls continue to benefit from an exceptional education, while supporting the programs, facilities and scholarship opportunities that enrich student life. Through a lasting gift, you can create an enduring legacy that reflects your connection to St Catherine’s and its future.
To learn more about leaving a bequest, please contact our Head of Community Relations, Mr Ben McCloghry foundation@stcatherines.nsw.edu.au.
