What is a Wellbeing
Economy?

At Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation, we want Greater Melbourne to be a fair place where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We know that not everyone has the same access to decision making power, services, or opportunities, that’s why we focus on addressing the root causes of inequality, so that everyone - no matter their background - has a fair shot.

Real change starts with local people. A place-based approach puts communities at the centre, recognising that they know best what works for them. By building on local strengths, listening deeply, and working together over the long term, we can tackle big challenges in a way that is more connected, more sustainable, and ultimately more powerful.

The current economic system is not serving enough Australians, and a new economy model gaining traction overseas is hoping to change that.

Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation is adopting to a new approach to its philanthropy as we continue to realise the vision outlined in our Strategy 2030. We recognise that the world is changing at an unprecedented pace, with ongoing impacts from civil instability, global economics, and, of course, climate change.