About us

Percent Foundation was founded by directors from Watermark Living in 2016. Since then, we’ve supported 35+ charities.
100% of donations go to our charities

*100% after deducting ASIC filing fees and fees charged by third party fund managers, typically 1-2%. The Foundation does not pay any fees to its directors – all administrative work carried out is gratis.

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Where it all started

In 2016, a few friends came together to start The Percent Foundation. Those friends were Enzo Marchione, Dr Chris Watt and Tony Olding. The inspiration came initially from Muhammad Yunus and his founding of Grameen Bank and pioneering concepts of Microcredit and Microfinance ie loans issued to impoverished people (mainly women) that lacked collateral and knowledge to support a loan. Such loans supported entrepreneurship and empowered people. Yunus was awarded a noble peace prize in 2006 and subsequently provided the motivation for us to build a platform for giving.

Handpicked
from the heart

Meet some of the charities we’ve backed from 2016.

RA Research Foundation

Healthcare
2023
RA Research Foundation

Children's Canver Institude of Australia

Healthcare
2023
Children's Canver Institude of Australia

Horn of Africa Relief & Development Agency

Migrants
2022
Horn of Africa Relief & Development Agency

RU OK

Mental health
2023
RU OK

Breast Cancer Trials

Healthcare
2023
Breast Cancer Trials

Beyond Blue

Mental health
2021
Beyond Blue

Lifeline

Mental health
2022
Lifeline

Super Cooper Appeal

Children
2018
Super Cooper Appeal

Against Malaria Foundation

Healthcare
2017
Against Malaria Foundation

Habitat for Humanity

Climate
2018
Habitat for Humanity

Oxfam

Poverty
2017
Oxfam

Cancer Council

Healthcare
2018
Cancer Council

Kickstart Kids International

Children
2016
Kickstart Kids International

Fred Hollows

Healthcare
2017
Fred Hollows

Meet our ambassadors

Some of the brilliant people behind the scenes

Roger Federer

Roger Federer

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Roger Federer

Roger Federer

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Roger Federer

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Meet our committee

Some of the people behind the scenes

Will Tyan
Will Tyan
Dr Chris Watt
Dr Chris Watt
Nada Vescio
Nada Vescio
Miranda Aiello
Miranda Aiello
Tony Olding
Tony Olding
Enzo Marchione
Enzo Marchione

FAQs

The Percent Foundation is governed by a dedicated board of directors and a donations committee, with alignment to our mission. Learn more about our leadership team and governance on our About Us page.

We value our corporate partners and the impact we can achieve together. To discuss partnership opportunities, please contact our Corporate Partnerships team at info@percentfoundation.org.  

Whether you’re interested in sponsorships or employee engagement programs, we’re excited to collaborate with you!  

There are many ways to support our work beyond donating:  

- Volunteer: Join us on the ground or assist with administrative tasks.  

- Fundraise: Host an event or start a peer-to-peer campaign to raise awareness and funds.  

- Advocate: Share our mission on social media or among your community.  

- Corporate Support: Explore sponsorships, employee giving, or in-kind donations.  

Visit our Donation page to learn more about these opportunities.  

Absolutely! Once your donation is processed, you will receive a receipt via email or mail (depending on your preference). This receipt serves as proof of your contribution for tax purposes.  

If you don’t receive your receipt or need assistance, please contact us at info@percentfoundation.org.  

Yes, The Percent Foundation is a registered Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Donations made to The Percent Foundation are 100% tax-deductible. After your donation, you will receive an acknowledgment with all the details required for your tax records.  

If you have specific tax-related questions, we recommend consulting a tax advisor.  

We offer several convenient ways to donate:  

- Credit or Debit Card: Secure online payment through our donation portal, partnered with ANZ bank to ensure payments are secure and your details are protected.  

- Bank Transfer: Directly to our Foundation’s account. Contact us at info@percentfoundation.org for details.

- Cheques: Made payable to The Percent Foundation.  

- Other Methods: Please get in contact with us for other payment methods such as, PayPal, or workplace giving.  

Visit our Donate page for detailed instructions on each method.  

We carefully evaluate charities based on their alignment with our mission, transparency, and measurable impact. Our selection process involves:    - Reviewing their goals and programs to ensure alignment with our values.  - Assessing their financial accountability and effectiveness.  - Partnering with organisations that demonstrate a proven ability to make a tangible difference.  We are committed to supporting initiatives that deliver meaningful and sustainable results.

Your donation will be used to fund community programs, medical research, disaster relief, or education initiatives (TBC - Will / Enzo to agree this). We strive to maximise the impact of every dollar by allocating funds where they’re needed most.

A small portion is allocated to independent, third party fund managers (who manage our invested funds for a concessional rate of 1-2%). The funds are invested into risk adjusted asset classes to enhance the balance of funds   who manage the principal to cover necessary administrative costs to keep our programs running efficiently.

We provide annual reports for full transparency—read more on our Impact page. Our annual reports provide detailed breakdowns of how funds are distributed, ensuring complete transparency.  

The Foundation operates with a long-term vision, balancing immediate impact with sustainable growth. A portion of our funds is carefully invested in ethical and socially responsible portfolios to generate returns. These returns:  - Support ongoing projects and initiatives.  - Ensure the Foundation’s financial stability for future programs.  Our investment strategy is guided by professional advisors and reviewed regularly to align with our mission and values.

Supporting the Foundation

Bush & Campbell

B & C has provided administration and accounting support since 2016.

Watermark Living

Percent Foundation was founded by directors from Watermark Living. The team at donate a percentage of their salary to the foundation.

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