The Common Good Au

The Common Good Au Together we can help people live healthier for longer. Our research areas are health issues that touch nearly everyone in some way. And we want you to join us.

The Common Good, an initiative of The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation, exists to help people live healthier, for longer. Through the power of the collective, we support and facilitate the work of incredible researchers who are dedicated to making breakthroughs in the areas of heart disease, lung disease, mental health and dementia. Whether it be a friend, a family member, or a colleague, we all know someone who is impacted by at least one of these conditions. In turn, that means we all know someone who can benefit from funding research in these areas. By funding research, we can provide hope to those suffering today, and for future generations to come. The impacts of our research ripple right across the nation and the world. We're on a mission to sustain the work of our brilliant researchers so that they can continue to make life-saving and life-changing medical breakthroughs. Research is a long game, so we need to support and fund as many hours as possible to ensure no stone is left unturned in any of our research areas. Every hour of research gets us one step closer to a medical breakthrough. We are also incredibly proud to support hospital innovation and patient care initiatives at both The Prince Charles Hospital and Caboolture Hospital.

Let’s Talk About Innovation Grants 🔬The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation is proud to support bold ideas that improve p...
21/11/2025

Let’s Talk About Innovation Grants 🔬

The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation is proud to support bold ideas that improve patient care through its Innovation Grants program. These grants provide up to $100,000 to fund research projects at The Prince Charles Hospital and Caboolture Hospital, tackling real clinical needs in heart disease, lung disease, mental health, ageing, and more.

Since 2018, thanks to community support, The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation has funded 70+ grants, totaling $12.7 million towards groundbreaking research that helps people live healthier for longer.

This year, seven new projects are underway - from improving CPR feedback to protecting hearts after surgery.

At our recent Science & Scones event, supporters heard from Innovation Grant recipient Professor Norman Morris, whose research explores innovative ways - like lower-limb heating - to improve exercise tolerance and quality of life for people with heart failure.

Norm works alongside Professor Fergus O’Connor, a leading specialist in public health and preventative care. Together, they demonstrate how Innovation Grants turn bold ideas into meaningful outcomes for patients and we couldn’t be more grateful for their commitment to and we are so grateful for their dedication.

Every breakthrough starts with someone who believes in an idea - your support helps make it reality and contributes to the common good.💙

👉 www.tcg.org.au/give

Photo L-R:

Professor Norman Morris, Professor of Physiotherapy at The Prince Charles Hospital and Deputy Head of School (Research) at Griffith Health.
Professor Fergus O’Connor, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Griffith University.

With thanks to Kedron-Wavell Services Club for your ongoing support.

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Friday 21 November marks the last pour for Stone & Wood Brewing. We’re genuinely sad to see the brewery close, but we co...
21/11/2025

Friday 21 November marks the last pour for Stone & Wood Brewing. We’re genuinely sad to see the brewery close, but we couldn’t let the moment pass without a big dose of love and appreciation.

Back in 2020, when the Ekka was cancelled and the future of the Strawberry Sundaes fundraising was suddenly at risk, Head Brewer, Barnsey, developed an idea that became iconic: Strawberry Kisses Sour Beer. What started as a fun way to help out their local hospital turned into an incredible partnership that’s raised close to $20,000 for research and patient care at The Prince Charles Hospital.

Over the past six years, the brewery became a bit of a second home for The Common Good, a place where the Foundation and the community came together time and time again.

From brewing days with our corporate partners and researchers, to the “first pour” events, to early-morning media calls and plenty of brewery banter, it’s been a partnership full of good people doing good things.

To Barnsey, Ben, Ethan, the whole Stone and Wood Brisbane and Ingrained Foundation team: thank you. We’re so grateful for everything you’ve done and for the friendship that came with it. You’ve made a real impact that will live on long after the doors close.

🌟 Meet Lucy – our new Major Gift Specialist 🌟We’re delighted to introduce Lucy, who joined The Prince Charles Hospital F...
13/11/2025

🌟 Meet Lucy – our new Major Gift Specialist 🌟

We’re delighted to introduce Lucy, who joined The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation team last month in a new role as our Major Gift Specialist.

Lucy brings a deep passion for connecting people’s generosity with life-changing impact. In her role, she cultivates and secures transformational gifts for The Common Good, working closely with philanthropists who want to enable people to live healthier, longer lives.

“What I love most about The Common Good is the collaboration between clinicians, researchers and our team,” Lucy shares. “Seeing first-hand how their work improves patient outcomes, and knowing philanthropy helps make that possible - is truly inspiring. Everyone here is so passionate and committed to what they do.”

Lucy is particularly fascinated by the future of medicine and inspired by how advanced technologies, personalised healthcare and regenerative medicine are shaping what’s next in patient care.

When asked which Foundation values resonate most, Lucy says, “Collaboration and innovation - because together they drive real, lasting change.”

Outside of work, Lucy’s energy is just as infectious. She’s an enthusiastic attendee of Disco Club, where 2,500 women (including her 81-year-old mum!) dance their hearts out several times a year. She’s also a keen reader - already 68 books into her goal of 75 for 2025.

Welcome, Lucy! We’re so excited to have you bring your passion, experience and energy to The Common Good. 💙

💙 That’s a Wrap! 💙A huge thank you to our amazing Community Fundraising Champions for Giving Day 2025!Last week, we met ...
12/11/2025

💙 That’s a Wrap! 💙

A huge thank you to our amazing Community Fundraising Champions for Giving Day 2025!

Last week, we met with the final group of our Giving Day community fundraisers to say a big thank you and receive the funds they had raised - and what an incredible group effort it’s been!

For the month of October, local community members, childcare centres and surrounding businesses came together to support life-changing research and patient care at The Prince Charles Hospital.

Together, this group of community fundraisers raised close to $5,000 - an incredible contribution that will help us continue making a real difference in the lives of patients and their families.

💫From bake sales and crazy hair days to gym challenges and dine-to-donate events, every effort made a BIG impact.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated, donated, or helped spread the word. You are truly part of something special.

👏 With thanks to our 2025 Community Fundraising Champions:

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• The Gibson
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• Guppy's Early Learning Centre
• Fitzgibbon Early Learning

💫 A little comfort goes a long way 💙This week, The Common Good team was out and about in The Prince Charles Hospital del...
06/11/2025

💫 A little comfort goes a long way 💙

This week, The Common Good team was out and about in The Prince Charles Hospital delivering Comfort Packs to vulnerable patients, who suddenly find themselves in hospital without time to pack their belongings.

Each pack includes essentials like a toothbrush and toothpaste, hand lotion, fresh shorts, and a puzzle book - small items that make a big difference in a patient’s comfort and recovery.

1000 of these Comfort Packs have been generously funded through your incredible support of Giving Day 2025. Hospital staff and patients were so touched by this thoughtful gesture and wanted to pass on their heartfelt thanks to our wonderful community.

THANK YOU!🙏

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💙 Giving Day 2025 Wrap-Up 💙We are so incredibly grateful to everyone who supported The Prince Charles Hospital’s 2025 Gi...
30/10/2025

💙 Giving Day 2025 Wrap-Up 💙

We are so incredibly grateful to everyone who supported The Prince Charles Hospital’s 2025 Giving Day.

Together, we raised more than $162,000! 🎉

Your generosity will have a lasting impact, helping provide 1,000 comfort packs to patients who arrive unexpectedly at the hospital without the essentials - small items like a toothbrush, fresh shorts, or a puzzle book that brings real comfort during a difficult time.

Thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered, and spread the word.

You’ve helped make our fifth annual Giving Day one to remember! 🙌

See more photos and read about highlights here 👉 tcg.org.au/3JDxyUt

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💙Our community fundraising team were out and about this morning, connecting with everyone at the Greater Caboolture Cham...
24/10/2025

💙Our community fundraising team were out and about this morning, connecting with everyone at the Greater Caboolture Chamber of Commerce (GCCC) event!

It’s always inspiring to be surrounded by like-minded people and passionate local businesses who care about making a difference.🤝

We’re looking forward to collaborating with the Chamber and our local partners to keep building a stronger, more connected community for The Common Good. 💪

Great to meet all these awesome local business people from our local community

Daniel Bernardin & William Whitby
Valet Mortgage Brokers

Paul Garcia
Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology

Nick Steiner
The Mini Farm Project

Jennifer Ison
RedFox Orchids

Will Smith
Action Coach Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast

🎉 GIVING DAY 2025 UPDATE! 🎉🥳 WE DID IT! Together we not only reached our $100,000 Giving Day goal, but surpassed it by o...
23/10/2025

🎉 GIVING DAY 2025 UPDATE! 🎉

🥳 WE DID IT! Together we not only reached our $100,000 Giving Day goal, but surpassed it by over $60,000!! 💙💪

The GRAND TOTAL raised for The Prince Charles Hospital now sits at an incredible $160,091! 🌟🎯

From all of us at The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation, we say THANK YOU!🙏

Your generous donations will make a difference for thousands of patients and families at The Prince Charles Hospital by helping to fund research, vital equipment, and patient care initiatives. 💙

This community is truly something special and we are beyond grateful. 💫✨

🙌 THANK YOU again! 💕

🎉 BONUS ROUND UNLOCKED! 🎉We’ve just hit our $100,000 goal for The Prince Charles Hospital!🙌💙But thanks to our generous s...
22/10/2025

🎉 BONUS ROUND UNLOCKED! 🎉

We’ve just hit our $100,000 goal for The Prince Charles Hospital!🙌💙

But thanks to our generous supporters, there are still some matching funds left! 🥳

So, it’s not too late to give and show you care for the hospital that cares for you.❤️

If you haven’t had the chance to donate to our Giving Day 2025 Appeal yet, NOW is the time to give and DOUBLE your impact!💥

Donate NOW www.tcg.org.au/gd25

🔥 75% – WE’RE ALMOST THERE!We’re officially three-quarters of the way to our $100,000 Giving Day goal! 💙That’s $75,000 r...
22/10/2025

🔥 75% – WE’RE ALMOST THERE!

We’re officially three-quarters of the way to our $100,000 Giving Day goal! 💙

That’s $75,000 raised to help patients and families at The Prince Charles Hospital, thanks to everyone’s incredible generosity so far. 🙌

🎁 Matched funds are still available, so every dollar will make double the difference.

Let’s push to the finish line and bring it home for the hospital that cares for our community! 🏁

🕘 There’s still time to give: www.tcg.org.au/gd25

💥 50% – HALFWAY THERE!🎉 We’re halfway to our $100,000 goal! 🎉Thanks to your generosity, we’ve reached the halfway mark. ...
22/10/2025

💥 50% – HALFWAY THERE!

🎉 We’re halfway to our $100,000 goal! 🎉

Thanks to your generosity, we’ve reached the halfway mark. Your kind donations are helping to fund essential patient care programs, research and vital equipment at The Prince Charles Hospital. 💙

Let’s keep up the momentum!

⏩Donate now: www.tcg.org.au/gd25

📣 And please don’t forget to spread the word and help us get to 100%! Just like, share and/or comment on this post.

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The Common Good is people powering medical discoveries.

The Common Good is an initiative of The Prince Charles Hospital Foundation established in 1986 under the patronage of His Royal Highness, Prince Charles, The Prince of Wales, to inspire a generous community to fund life-saving and life-changing health research that tackles Australia’s most significant chronic diseases.

Last year we provided over $5 million in grants for innovative and sustainable medical research, helping devoted researchers to pursue smart research without having to spend the majority of their time writing annual research grants or worry that their work won't be followed through. Our aim is to continue to provide more than $5 million every year to stoke innovation, with the help of people like you.

When you join The Common Good, you’re joining a movement; and when you support a particular area of research, you’re joining a team of researchers, donors, volunteers, partners and everyday people who all care about finding a breakthrough just as much as you do.