The history of the Melbourne Grammar School Foundation is filled with countless stories of generosity and support. Thanks to the commitment of thousands of members of our community over the years, the School is able to create extraordinary possibilities in the lives of young people every single day.
As President of the Foundation, I see all those parents, grandparents, staff members and Old Melburnians who consistently support the Foundation for the benefit of the School and what it means to them.
In 2025, that commitment has been on full display.
The School held its first-ever Giving Day, raising $1.3m to support our First Nations Scholarship Fund, and welcomed a wave of first-time donors. This remarkable moment showed that philanthropy at Melbourne Grammar is more than a proud tradition – it is alive, growing, and shaping the future.
This outpouring of generosity helped solidify my decision to confirm a gift in my Will to support First Nations Scholarships at the School – and I’m excited to officially join the Witherby Tower Society.
The Melbourne Grammar School Foundation has existed for half a century now, because our members so passionately believe in the transformative power of an exceptional education. I was thrilled to be joined by so many members of the Foundation for our fiftieth anniversary celebration earlier this year: your contributions – your ideas, your energy, your wisdom – have helped build this extraordinary institution that continues to impact so many.
Sadly, this year also witnessed the passing of former Foundation President, Ross Adler AC (OM 1962). Ross joined the Foundation Board in May 2001 and served as President from 2002 to 2008. During his time as President, the Melbourne Grammar School Foundation was instrumental in the School’s Tomorrow’s Leaders Today campaign, which helped fund the Nigel Peck Centre for Learning and Leadership. So many students are still benefiting today from Ross’s steadfast loyalty and commitment to the School, and for that we all remain extremely grateful.
On behalf of the Foundation Board, thank you for your support this year. Your generosity makes a real difference and will be felt for years to come in the excited smiles of students looking towards their future.
President, Melbourne Grammar School Foundation
