The Wilson Foundation is a private family foundation established in Australia in 2002, dedicated to strengthening Australia’s cultural and community life through strategic philanthropy.
With a primary focus on the arts, the Foundation partners with outstanding organisations whose work inspires creativity, champions artistic excellence, advances knowledge, and delivers lasting social and cultural impact. Through long-term relationships and thoughtful investment, the Foundation supports work that contributes meaningfully to Australia’s creative and cultural landscape.
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Karen Wilson, Director
Karen is the driving force behind the Foundation’s focus and strategy. Karen is a qualified Naturopath and has a particular interest in health, the arts and community initiatives.
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Geoff Wilson, Director
Geoff has over 45 years’ experience in the Australian and international finance industry. He is Chairman of the Wilson Asset Management Group and founder and director of the Future Generation Investment Companies. Geoff has diverse business and philanthropic interests including a number of public company and charitable Board positions.
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Amelia Wilson, Director
Having worked both locally and globally in Sydney, Melbourne and New York, Amelia currently runs her own design studio with a focus on Health, Wellness & Beauty. She is passionate about working with clients and projects that help others to live their most aligned lives.
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Peter Velez, Director
Peter is a corporate lawyer with over 30 years' experience. He has a strong background in corporate governance and understands its importance in ensuring enterprises operate efficiently and ethically. Peter assisted with the establishment of the Future Generation Investment companies and is committed to providing legal services on a pro bono basis.
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Philanthropy Advisor & Consultant
Sarah has over two decades of experience in the community sector, including leading a corporate foundation, establishing and running a charity, and most recently working with families to help them give with more impact. Sarah focuses on building strong partnerships between funders, for-purpose organisations and others within the sector to make a meaningful and lasting difference.

