Fullife Foundation

07/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the power of giving. 💜

The theme for – reminds us that when we invest in women, everyone benefits.

At Fullife Foundation, we see this every day through the projects we support in Ethiopia, working to improve the health of women and children and reduce preventable deaths among mothers and babies.

When women have access to better healthcare, education and support, families grow stronger and communities thrive.

Together, we can help create a future where every woman has the opportunity to live a healthy life and watch her children grow.

Because when we give to women, the world gains.

19/08/2025

Last month our Board met in Brisbane for our 6-monthly face-to-face meeting to review current projects and plan for the year ahead.

We were reminded of the incredible impact our projects in Ethiopia are having—improving the health of women and children. Even in tough times, every contribution makes a real difference. 💙

We also celebrated our founder Ian’s Order of Australia (OAM)—a truly well-deserved honour! 👏 And in a lighter moment, Michelle took out the Ethiopia Knowledge Challenge, ending Ian’s reign as champ. 🏆

A big thank you to Brisbane for hosting us once again.

03/07/2025

👏 A huge shoutout to Fullife Pharmacist Tim and his mate Andrew for raising an incredible $3,604.50 for the Fullife Foundation! 💛

They ran a massive 50km from Rocky Cape to Wynyard in Tasmania — an amazing effort that will have a real and lasting impact on the health of women and children in Ethiopia through our projects. 🇪🇹🌍

Thank you Tim and Andrew for putting your hearts (and legs!) into making a difference. 🏃‍♂️💪

Inspired to get involved? You can:
👉 Start your own fundraiser
👉 Donate via our website www.fullifefoundation.com.au or link in our bio

Together, we’re making change happen. 🙌

10/06/2025

🌟 We are thrilled to share that our founder, Ian Shanks, has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) 🇦🇺

This honour recognises Ian’s incredible service to the community through charitable organisations — including his tireless work as a pharmacist, charity founder and community leader.

From the pharmacy to the frontlines of maternal health in Ethiopia, Ian’s passion and purpose have changed thousands of lives.

Congratulations, Ian — we are so proud of you! 👏💛

Three Whittlesea locals have been recognised in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours. Tom Ingleton reports. When Ian Shanks set out …

28/05/2025

GET VACCINATED, GIVE HOPE at Fullife Pharmacies
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For every flu vaccination that Fullife Pharmacies administer in 2025, they will donate $1 to the immunisation program in the Afar region of Ethiopia.⁠
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Book online at your local Fullife pharmacy using the link in their bio.

30/04/2025

We’re excited to celebrate the opening of a new maternity waiting room at the Darcha Health Centre in Ethiopia, delivered in partnership with our friends at International Needs Australia

This new facility is now fully operational and gives pregnant women better access to quality healthcare and a safer place to give birth.

It’s another step forward in the Fullife Foundation’s mission to help reduce preventable deaths and improve the health of women and children in Ethiopia.

On this world health day, INA is thankful for the transformative health changes taking place in Darcha Ethiopia🏥.

In collaboration with our local partner Bole Bible Baptist Church (BBBC) , the Darcha Health Centre has just been equipped with facilities and technical skills required to enable safer births for expectant mothers. 🤰

Thank you Fullife Foundation for your wonderful support that has enabled this impact to be possible.

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Visit our webiste to learn more: https://ina.org.au/our-work/health-projects/