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• 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

• 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 and is currently comprised of 11 members elected annually at an annual general meeting in May each year.