At Alkira, we believe that every individual, regardless of ability, deserves a chance to live a fulfilling, independent life, connected to their community. Our vision is one of inclusion, empowerment, and opportunity — and you can be part of it.
Friends of Alkira is a recognition and heartfelt invitation to friends, families, and supporters to join us in making a lasting difference. When you support Alkira, you directly contribute to programs and services that help people with intellectual disabilities learn, grow, and participate fully in life.
When you become a Friend of Alkira, you join a community of compassionate people committed to breaking down barriers and building a society that truly embraces everyone. Together, we can:
Your support funds vital programs that promote independence, skill development, social connection, and meaningful community involvement.
From supported independent living to social enterprises, your donation helps sustain and expand services that meet evolving needs.
By supporting Alkira, you uphold the values of compassion and inclusion established by our Life Governors and founding families.
Your support helps fill the growing shortfall between NDIS funding and the true cost of quality care — ensuring participants don’t miss out due to reduced plans or rising expenses.
Donations make it possible for participants to join in community activities, access essential resources, and feel truly included, regardless of personal financial limitations.
Your generosity helps Alkira retain and develop the dedicated staff who make a real difference every day — creating safe, stable and trusted support environments.
Every gift, big or small, creates real change. Your generosity helps us upgrade homes, community programs, education, and increase social opportunities.
Create a lasting legacy that ensures future generations of people with disabilities have access to the care and opportunities they deserve.
Your generosity transforms lives. Become a Friend of Alkira by making a secure donation today and help us continue this vital work. Every contribution supports programs that enrich the lives of people with disabilities and their families.
The Alkira Foundation was launched in 2011 to help secure Alkira’s long-term future through structured giving — including donations made during life and gifts left in wills. It was founded with two key goals: to build a lasting fund that would safeguard Alkira’s mission for future generations, and to offer families — especially parents of people with disability — a tangible way to support their loved one beyond their own lifetime.
From the outset, Foundation membership reflected both generosity and foresight. Some supporters made one-off contributions that met the giving thresholds at the time. Others, particularly parents, formalised bequests through their wills — sometimes creating trust arrangements that safeguarded their child’s future and directed any remaining funds to Alkira upon the child’s passing.
These members were more than donors. They were long-term partners in Alkira’s vision — committed to the wellbeing of people with disability at a time when services were less secure and public funding far less predictable.
Today, while Alkira has shifted to a broader fundraising model — focused on general donations and legacy gifts — we remain committed to preserving the spirit of the Foundation. We continue to honour those who made significant commitments through donations or bequests. Their support remains a cornerstone of Alkira’s long-term sustainability.
To learn more about the history and ongoing legacy of the Alkira Foundation, please contact ceo@alkira.org.au or download our brochure.
Carers play an essential and often unseen role in the lives of people with disabilities. Whether they are family members, friends, or guardians, carers provide daily support, advocacy, and care — often balancing these responsibilities alongside work, study, or personal commitments. Alkira recognises how important it is to support carers, ensuring that carers take some time for themselves to connect and share information.
Our Carer’s Network is for parents, families and carers to connect in an informal, relaxed and supportive environment – a reminder that it’s okay to take time for yourself.
National Carers Week at Alkira
Each year, during National Carers Week, Alkira proudly takes the time to recognise and thank the carers in our community. As part of this celebration, we host a special relaxation or pampering event — a moment of care for those who are so often focused on others. Whether it’s a massage, a beauty treatment, or simply a peaceful space to unwind, this event is our way of saying thank you for the time, love, and effort carers invest every day. It’s a small gesture of appreciation for the big impact they make.
Volunteering at Alkira is open to anyone who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of people with disability. Whether you’re passionate about giving back, eager to share your skills, or bring valuable lived experience of disability, there are many ways you can contribute to our community.
People volunteer for many reasons: to make a difference in others’ lives, strengthen community connections, gain experience, promote personal growth, and discover hidden talents. If you’re ready to get started, we invite you to explore our opportunities and join us in building a stronger, more inclusive community.
Remembering our own is dedicated to honouring the many people who have been a valued part of Alkira’s community. A living history with memories and tributes that celebrate the lives of those who’ve shaped Alkira’s journey.
Since its foundation in 1954, Alkira Disability Services has been shaped and strengthened by a remarkable group of dedicated individuals appointed as Life Governors. These Life Governors have been pillars of support, vision, and generosity, guiding Alkira’s growth and impact over the decades.
Each Life Governor has contributed time, expertise, and compassion to ensure people with intellectual disabilities receive the respect, opportunities, and services they deserve. Their enduring legacy continues to inspire our community, staff, participants, and supporters alike.
We honour and respect all Alkira Life Governors for their unwavering commitment to fostering inclusion, dignity, and independence. Their dedication has laid the foundation for the thriving and inclusive organisation Alkira is today.
1955 Cr L.R. McCredden
1955 Mr E.G. Cuthbert
1955 Mr N.E. Rooks
1958 Mrs N. Steele
1958 Mr R.G. Goldsmith
1959 Mr E. Hughes
1960 Mr H.E. Gray
1961 Mr G. Cree
1963 Mr R.E. Cook
1964 Mrs N. Boldiston
1964 Mrs B.J. Perkins
1965 Miss M. Bartlett
1965 Mrs D.W. Gray
1966 Mrs E. Churchley
1967 Miss M. Roberts
1968 Mrs M. Donald
1969 Mr A. Race
1969 Mrs L. Race
1970 Mr W.G. Donald
1971 Mrs M.J. Wilton
1971 Mr H.G. Jones
1971 Mr J.W. Rees
1973 Mr R.L. Gilbert
1973 Mr W.J.M. Bailey
1973 Mrs B. Addison
1974 Mrs L. Boyce
1974 Mr E. Donaldson
1975 Mr J.W. Boldiston
1976 Mrs P. Howard
1977 Mr W.J. Nicholls
1978 Mrs M. Craig
1978 Mrs N.D. Allum
1979 Mr J. Ingoldby
1980 Mr S. Squires
1980 Mrs D. Squires
1980 Mr A.E. Jones
1980 Mrs J. Jones
1981 Mr R. Bryans
1981 Mrs J. Bryans
1982 Mrs D. Ramus
1984 Mr W. D’Elton
1984 Mr R.L. Craig
1986 Mrs D. Bailey
1987 Mrs M. Scott
1988 Mrs J. Richard
1988 Mr K.R. Pantlin
1989 Mrs O. Wiley
1989 Mr P.S. Harrison
1991 Mrs P. Slattery
1991 Mr A. Collinson
1992 Mrs H. D’Elton
1992 Mr C. Jacobs
1993 Mrs C. Reese
1993 Mrs J. Jones
1993 Mr D.G. Ridley
1995 Mr M. Reese
1997 Mrs M. Ridley
1997 Mrs E. Pantlin
1998 Mrs G. Butler
1998 Mrs N. Cain
1998 Mrs B. Dixon
1998 Mrs E. Edmonds
1998 Mrs B. Hattam
1998 Mrs H. Lane
1999 Mrs J. Simpson
2000 Mrs P. Neale
2001 Mr A. De Groot
2001 Mrs C. De Groot
2003 Mrs P. Saunders
2004 Mrs B. Montgomery
2006 Mr W. Robinson
2006 Mr R. Walker
2007 Mr W.J. Montgomery
2009 Mrs L. Lee
2009 Mrs M. Robinson
2010 Ms K. Curtain
2011 Ms J. Charlesworth
2014 Mr C. Miller
2017 Mrs D. Bassett
2020 Mr G. Jacobs
2021 Mr W. Mitchell
