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  • May 2013: Quarterly Report

    In this issue: An incredible story of transformation for a boy called Jean, a profile of our work in Rwanda, and The Foundation ranked in the Top 50 non-government organisations globally.

  • The Foundation named as one of the world’s best NGOs

    The Fred Hollows Foundation has been ranked within the top fifty best non-government organisations (NGOs) in the world in an annual list of the top 100 NGOs published by The Global Journal. The Swiss-based journal made the assessment based on criteria including innovation, impact and sustainability. “It is great that The Fred Hollows Foundation has been named one of the world’s best NGOs,” said The Foundation’s Community Education Manager, Joe Boughton-Dent.

  • ACT students receive first ever Fred Hollows Award

    240 primary school students from across the ACT are the first ever recipients of the Fred Hollows Award. The Fred Hollows Award encourages primary students in the ACT to follow in the late humanitarian’s footsteps by making positive contributions at school and in the community. The ACT is the first territory or state in Australia to introduce the awards program into schools.

  • Sydney New Year's Eve 2012 announces The Foundation as its charity partner

    The Fred Hollows Foundation has been appointed charity partner for 2012 Sydney New Year’s Eve – an event that is certain to be the biggest and best with Kylie Minogue as its Creative Ambassador. The City of Sydney hopes the partnership will raise the profile and help the work of The Foundation, as it celebrates 20 years of restoring sight.

  • Another award for Dr Sanduk Ruit

    Dr Sanduk Ruit has been honoured for his outstanding leadership in ophthalmology. Dr Ruit receives the Arthur Lim award in South Korea A world renowned eye surgeon, Dr Ruit has carried out over 120,000 cataract operations Receiving the Arthur Lim Award at the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology in South Korea this month, Dr Ruit was honored for his contribution to ophthalmic surgical, training and teaching methods that have been implemented around the world.

  • The Foundation a finalist in PWC Transparency Awards

    As a finalist in the PWC Transparency Awards, The Fred Hollows Foundation has been recognised as one of the most transparent not-for-profits in Australia. 

  • Fred Hollows Award inspires primary school students

    The Fred Hollows Award celebrates the efforts of primary school students in year 3-6 who are making positive contributions at school or in the community, particularly in the areas of charity and community service. The Award is being trialled in the nation's capital, so ACT primary school students will be the first children in Australia to receive the Fred Hollows Award.

  • Foundation celebrates NT Landcare Award

    A horticulture project supported by The Foundation has received major recognition, winning the Local Government Landcare Partnership Award at the 2011 NT Landcare Awards. The Landcare Awards recognise Territorians who have demonstrated excellence in caring for land and water resources.

  • Recognition and awards

    Professor Fred Hollows believed in “equity between people” and was committed to ending avoidable blindness and improving Indigenous health in Australia. This timeline and list of things named after Fred show how the world has recognised the man and his work. 2010 Featured on a new Australian $1 coin – the coin is part of the Royal Australian Mint’s Inspirational Australians series; it is uncirculated and aimed at collectors 2009

  • Sydney Uni salutes Gabi Hollows

    The University of Sydney has paid tribute to former student Gabi Hollows for her work in eye health and development in Australia and overseas. At a ceremony attended by past and current students, Gabi was presented with the university's annual Health Science Alumni Award for Community Achievement. It highlights the impact of her work alongside her late husband Fred and her dedication to furthering his vision through The Foundation.

  • Board of Directors

    The Board is responsible for the broad strategic directions and key policies of The Fred Hollows Foundation, and for the overall governance and accountability of the organisation. The Board meets quarterly. The majority of the Directors are elected by the Members of The Foundation, with the remainder being appointed by the Board.