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I worked with Belinda for several years at Murdoch Children's Research Institute, where she was instrumental in building an executing a strategy for philanthropic engagement for our research centre. This was no easy task, given it required understanding the science we were doing, describing that to potential donors, seeking opportuniti
I worked with Belinda for several years at Murdoch Children's Research Institute, where she was instrumental in building an executing a strategy for philanthropic engagement for our research centre. This was no easy task, given it required understanding the science we were doing, describing that to potential donors, seeking opportunities for new partnerships and events - and Belinda was phenomenal at it. She is a thoughtful and highly strategic partner, extremely skilled at identifying the best opportunities and at helping to build effective narratives. I can't recommend her highly enough!
Professor Daniel MacArthur
Director, Centre for Population Genomics
In 2006, Belinda was engaged by the AFL to explore whether AFL clubs could benefit from utilising the fundraising strategies commonly used by the broader not-for-profit ndustry-wide program that allowed all segments of an AFL club to support their club team philanthropically in line with their financial capability; from high net worth s
In 2006, Belinda was engaged by the AFL to explore whether AFL clubs could benefit from utilising the fundraising strategies commonly used by the broader not-for-profit ndustry-wide program that allowed all segments of an AFL club to support their club team philanthropically in line with their financial capability; from high net worth supporters, to bequest programs and more accessible giving opportunities for club members and supporters. This program is now in place across many AFL clubs. Twenty years on, this fundraising program still serves as a steady revenue stream for many AFL clubs and provides meaningful engagement for their supporters.
Following on from this engagement, Belinda worked closely with Richmond FC to design and implement an innovative fundraising program for the club which focused on working with government and influential supporters to successfully raise $6 million to develop the Punt Road Oval training facilities and its Korin Gamadji Institute.
Simon Gorr
Former Head, Stadium Development
AFL
Watch Video Testimonial from Angus Dixon below
Belinda Collins and Leigh Hunter are pioneers in using Generative AI for philanthropic engagement—an Australian-first initiative transforming how charities connect with donors. Through their collaboration with Cumulate Philanthropy Advisory and Wholegrain Technology, they have developed a cutt
Watch Video Testimonial from Angus Dixon below
Belinda Collins and Leigh Hunter are pioneers in using Generative AI for philanthropic engagement—an Australian-first initiative transforming how charities connect with donors. Through their collaboration with Cumulate Philanthropy Advisory and Wholegrain Technology, they have developed a cutting-edge, AI-driven platform that enables highly personalised and impactful donor conversations.
As a pilot organisation, The Daylight Foundation has seen firsthand how their expertise in health philanthropy and enterprise AI is revolutionising donor engagement. Their innovative, secure, and scalable approach is redefining fundraising, ensuring meaningful connections with philanthropists who align with our mission.
I highly recommend Belinda and Leigh to any organisation looking to enhance its fundraising efforts through AI-driven solutions. Their work is shaping the future of philanthropy.
Angus Dixon,
CEO
Daylight Foundation
We first worked with Belinda when DMTC engaged the Doherty Institute to support Australia's national effort in Medical Countermeasures, which DMTC manages. More and more in the technology/critical capability area, we find that cross-capability skills and the ability to assimilate and integrate a variety of points of view, tasks, discipli
We first worked with Belinda when DMTC engaged the Doherty Institute to support Australia's national effort in Medical Countermeasures, which DMTC manages. More and more in the technology/critical capability area, we find that cross-capability skills and the ability to assimilate and integrate a variety of points of view, tasks, disciplines and business functions are at an absolute premium. Belinda personified this in her role with the Doherty Institute and was so critical to work with across so many facets of this highly complex, nationally significant effort which laid critical foundations for Australia's response to the pandemic.
We were delighted that Belinda's move to Swinburne University (a longstanding DMTC partner) allowed our personal partnership with her to continue and her insights into commercial relationship building are always first class. She understands relationships and backs this with astute business acumen. A great partner and an even better person.
Mark Hodge
CEO
DMTC
As the founder of a new technology in health, wellness and patient advocacy, I have felt grateful to have Belinda on my team. Belinda brings a wealth of experience from brand communications, partner and stakeholder management, philanthropy and fundraising making her an incredibly valuable asset to the company. Belinda has an amazing abi
As the founder of a new technology in health, wellness and patient advocacy, I have felt grateful to have Belinda on my team. Belinda brings a wealth of experience from brand communications, partner and stakeholder management, philanthropy and fundraising making her an incredibly valuable asset to the company. Belinda has an amazing ability to simplify a strategy very relative to our early stage and we are looking forward to a long and fruitful relationship.
Steve Lewis
Founder, Nabu.ai
Belinda grasps the power of private sector, philanthropy and working with media in support of important causes. We worked together growing awareness and support for the genomic research.
Edwina McCann
Editorial Director and Publisher,
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