Terms & Conditions

The Purpose Fund Terms & Conditions for members

Last updated: 5 April 2025

By joining The Purpose Fund and contributing to our collective giving efforts, you agree to the following Terms & Conditions:

1. Membership & contributions

  • Members agree to make a minimum annual contribution of AUD$100, which is pooled with contributions from other members.

  • All contributions are non-refundable and are used to support selected charities, grow a long-term corpus,

2. Use of funds

  • 100% of member fees are distributed to selected organisations and initiatives based on a member-led grants process where each member has equal voting rights (1 member = 1 vote).

  • All grantees must meet this eligibility criteria.

3. Code of conduct

As a member of The Purpose Fund, you are part of a community built on trust, generosity, and shared purpose. To maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive space for all members, we ask that you agree to the following:

Respect & integrity

  • Treat all members, charities, and communities we engage with dignity and respect.

  • Embrace a spirit of collaboration and active listening, even when perspectives differ.

  • Honour your commitments and communicate openly if circumstances change.

Inclusivity & diversity

  • Foster a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, religion, ability, socioeconomic background, or lived experience.

  • Be mindful of language, assumptions, and behaviour that may exclude or harm others.

  • Actively support the inclusion of voices from communities impacted by the issues we seek to address.

Confidentiality

  • Respect the privacy of members and organisations we support. Do not share personal or sensitive information without consent.

  • Discussions within The Purpose Fund (including grant deliberations or personal reflections) should remain confidential unless otherwise agreed upon.

Safe participation

  • Any form of harassment, discrimination, bullying, or intimidation within the membership community will not be tolerated.

  • Do not attend events or participate in group spaces under the influence of drugs or excessive alcohol, or behave in a way that puts others at risk.

  • If you feel unsafe or witness concerning behaviour, we encourage you to report it confidentially to the organising team.

  • Any behaviour deemed discriminatory, harmful, or disruptive may result in removal from the circle.

Conflicts of interest

  • In the spirit of transparency, be open about any personal, financial, or professional connections to organisations being considered for funding.

  • If a conflict arises, members may be asked to step back from parts of the decision-making process.

Responsible representation

  • Members may not use The Purpose Fund name or brand for personal promotion or to represent the group in public forums without prior approval.

  • Any fundraising, media, or partnership activity done under the banner of The Purpose Fund must align with our mission and be approved by the relevant committee.

4. Privacy policy

  • We collect and store limited personal information (e.g., name, email, contribution details) solely for the purpose of administering the Fund.

  • We will never sell or share your information without your consent.

  • Read our full privacy policy here.

5. Changes to terms

The Purpose Fund may update these Terms & Conditions as the giving circle evolves. Members will be notified of any material changes via email and/or our main communication platform.

6. Contact

For questions, suggestions, or feedback, please contact us at:
hello@thepurposefund.com

Thank you for being part of The Purpose Fund. Together, we're building a more generous, just, and joyful future.