Generation You Employed
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Macquarie Group Foundation | FY2026 Annual Review
The Macquarie Group Foundation (Foundation) drives social impact for Macquarie, supporting our employees to contribute their time, money and skills to causes that matter to them.
The funding we provide to organisations focuses on supporting people on their path to employment. Many of our employees get involved through volunteering and raising awareness and funds for our partners, with examples highlighted throughout our Financial Year 2026 (FY2026) Annual Review.
In my first year as Chair of the Macquarie Group Foundation, I have been inspired by the passion and commitment of our employees and how they give to causes that matter to them. I’d like to thank all my colleagues who donated or volunteered their time to further the Foundation’s work this year.
In FY2026, Macquarie employees and the Foundation, contributed $A62 million1 to over 4,800 organisations2 that are making a difference in our communities.
Together with our employees, we supported 55 employment-focused organisations5 helping people who face barriers to employment. Our funding contributed to supporting over 51,000 people on their path to employment and a better future.6
In the year ahead, I am excited to share more about our new signature programs: Macquarie Gives and Future Ready. These programs build on our current focus of supporting our employees and supporting people on their path to employment, bringing our efforts together into two clear and purposeful programs.
Finally, I would like to recognise the Foundation Committee members for their valuable guidance and contribution throughout the past year.
Evie Bruce
Chair, Macquarie Group Foundation
Group General Counsel, Macquarie Group
| Employee donations and fundraising | $A19.2 million |
| Matching of employee donations and fundraising | $A19.2 million |
| Donations, grants and social impact investments | $A23.6 million |
in value donated through skilled volunteering7
of paid volunteer leave taken8
Our range of benefits include donation matching, paid volunteer leave and charitable donations in recognition of time spent volunteering or serving on a non-profit board.
We believe that by encouraging our people to choose which causes they contribute to, together with support from the Foundation, our impact can go further.
In FY2026, our employees donated $A5.2 million in value through skilled volunteering7 and took over 2,100 days of volunteer leave8 in support of causes that matter to them.
Our employees choose to support a wide range of causes from mental health, cancer research, environmental protection, disability support, animal welfare and more.
Gaelyn began supporting the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation after the charity supported her friend through his cancer treatment. The Foundation matched Gaelyn’s fundraising efforts, doubling her impact and contributing more than $A225,000 to the cause.
This funding supported the National Advocacy Service program, which provides tailored assistance to patients, families and carers across the entire brain cancer journey.
Cynthia joined the board of College and Community Fellowship (CCF) after being connected through a program which links professionals with non‑profit organisations seeking new board members. CCF supports formerly justice-involved women to become leaders in their own lives and communities, a mission Cynthia was keen to support.
After a year of service, the Foundation provided a $A10,000 donation in recognition of Cynthia’s contribution, enabling her impact to go further.
Team photo from the Branches of Hope Charity Football Tournament.
Ryan joined the organising committee for Branches of Hope’s 'Home and Away' Charity Football Tournament in 2024, gaining firsthand insight into the organisation’s work with marginalised communities. Since then, he has stepped into the role of lead organiser, recruiting volunteers from across Macquarie to strengthen fundraising efforts.
“This experience with Branches of Hope has shown me that a little effort can go a long way and have a meaningful impact on marginalised communities. Through the support of the Foundation, we are empowered to do some great things and give back to the community on a larger scale.”
Jhos’ (right) support of The Parent House has connected the organisation with networks across Macquarie.
Jhos has played a pivotal role in mobilising support for The Parent House, helping connect teams across Macquarie and the Families and Carers Employee Network Group. Jhos’ leadership helped pave the way for new partnerships, including the appointment of two board members, showing how one committed advocate can spark meaningful collaboration and cultural change.
“The Parent House’s work is an incredibly inspiring organisation. It creates a warm, practical space where parents can find support, skills and connection when they need it most – a cause that means a lot to me. Being able to champion such a meaningful cause and help amplify its impact through Macquarie has been a privilege.”
Our annual Foundation Week encourages our employees across the world to get involved in the community and support the causes that matter to them. During this year's Foundation Week, our employees from 37 offices participated in over 330 fundraising and volunteering initiatives organised by their colleagues.
Over the past 12 years, Foundation Week has grown into a celebrated initiative across our global communities and reflects Macquarie’s culture of giving.
contributed during Foundation Week9
supported around the world
We continued to support organisations helping people on their path to employment. In FY2026, the Foundation provided $A13.6 million to 55 employment-focused partners around the world.
Breaking Barriers is a specialist UK charity supporting refugees to access meaningful employment. In FY2026, Breaking Barriers reported that our funding contributed to helping 130 refugees on their path to employment, with 29 placed into employment, while also strengthening the organisation’s capacity to scale in response to rising demand.6
“Most of us asylum seekers or refugees feel at some point frustrated, disappointed, or worried that maybe we won’t get a job. But when you come to organisations like Breaking Barriers, they help you and provide support. I think that changes everything."
Baldomero’s story, Breaking Barriers
United Kingdom
Ayala Foundation helps build thriving communities by reducing barriers to employment and improving livelihoods. Our funding advances this work through initiatives that support cooperatives, social entrepreneurship and youth employability in El Nido, Palawan. In FY2026, Ayala Foundation reported supporting 535 cooperative members in strengthening their business and financial management skills. In parallel, 764 students and 22 teachers were reached through career readiness and hospitality training, contributing to youth employability outcomes.6
Hiessel is an 18-year-old mother who arrived at the Ayala training carrying responsibilities far beyond her years. By the end of the five-day training, standing in front of the room on the final day, she said "Bago magsimula ang training, sobrang baba ng aking confidence sa sarili. Ngayon, first time ko mag-speech sa harap niyo." ("Before this training, my confidence was very low. Today is my first time speaking to a large group.")
Hiessel’s story, Ayala Foundation
The Phillippines
CareerSeekers connects newly settled humanitarian entrants with corporate Australia to increase workforce participation. The program provides preparation and support to both refugees and people seeking asylum who are either currently studying at university or looking to restart their professional career. In FY2026, CareerSeekers reported our funding supported its expansion in Queensland and upgrades to its technology infrastructure.6
“In 2019, I was lucky to be introduced to CareerSeekers, which helped me secure my first internship opportunity with Macquarie. Over the next couple of years, I interned with the engineering, accounting and risk teams. I was surprised by how generous my leaders and peers were with their time and guidance. After completing my internships, I accepted a role in the Risk Management Group. If I could go back, I would tell young Hanieh to have an open mind and be open to learning about different roles and work experiences.”
Hanieh's story, CareerSeekers
Australia
Hanieh (left) joined Macquarie in 2019 and volunteers her time with a staff-led working group that supports refugee and asylum seeker rights in Australia.
Pursuit advances economic mobility by preparing individuals for careers in the tech industry and partnering with employers to create pathways to employment. Through a grant and social impact investment, in FY2026 Pursuit reported supporting 375 people to participate in job-readiness and pre-employment training.6
“I transitioned from an Uber driver to a software engineer for Uber through the help of Pursuit’s targeted programs, designed to upskill and empower unrepresented talent. Through the Uber and Pursuit partnership, I gained development training, professional coaching and direct mentorship from the industry engineers. Pursuit created a clear, supported pathway from learning to real-world engineering experience.”
Manoel's story, Pursuit
New York
Together with our funding, our employees continue to provide support by volunteering in mentoring, training, and employability programs, as well as working pro bono on social impact investments.
Madeleine volunteered her skills to work in the transaction team that evaluated Macquarie’s social impact investment into Good Return’s Impact Investment Fund II.
“Working on the Good Return transaction was incredibly fulfilling and the clients genuinely appreciated the thought we put into understanding their mission of supporting women who face significant barriers to growing their businesses and livelihoods.
“It was also just great fun—working with new people across Macquarie and being exposed to conversations and minds I normally wouldn’t get to sit alongside.”
Madeleine Burrill
Lawyer, Banking and Financial Services
Sydney
Madeleine (centre-right) volunteered her legal skills to support Macquarie’s social impact investment into Good Return, which enables women and their families to access opportunity and build financial security.
Hurbinder is a Board Member of Street League, an employment-focused partner. For the past four years, Hurbinder and colleagues have organised the Macquarie Capital Cup, raising additional funds to support the organisation's work.
“Raising over £1 million for Street League over the last four years with matching from the Foundation, is a milestone worth celebrating, but it’s also motivation to keep going. The Macquarie Capital Cup continues to show what’s possible when the business community comes together around a shared purpose.”
Hurbinder Mudan
Executive Director, Macquarie Capital
London
Hurbinder (centre-right) has raised over £1 million for Street League, which uses sport and education to help young people into work
Through a volunteer-led working group, Akriti and fellow volunteers in Macquarie’s Gurugram office collaborate with our employment-focused partner, NavGurukul, to deliver structured, staff-led sessions that respond directly to organisational needs identified by NavGurukul’s leadership team.
“Being part of the a staff-led working group has allowed me to give back through knowledge sharing and to see the real, tangible impact of our sessions - particularly for alumni who come from historically underrepresented backgrounds. Watching their confidence grow and knowing that these skills will help them, and in turn their students, is incredibly rewarding. It’s a privilege to support their journey.”
Akriti Sodhi
Technology, Corporate Operations Group
Gurugram
Akriti and colleagues across Macquarie host skillbuilding sessions for NavGurukul, a technology-led non-profit enabling underserved youth across India to access future-ready careers.
Rook has been volunteering with employment-focused partner, Breakthrough New York (BTNY), for more than four years. Since discovering BTNY at an event in Macquarie’s New York office, Rook currently volunteers as a College and Career Coach where he mentors students on an ongoing basis through their college journey.
“Education has always been very important to me. I’m passionate about this cause as it allows me to work with students on an ongoing basis through any challenges that they might face. It is particularly rewarding to see the growth and progress of the students I work with over time - whether that's watching a freshman find their footing on campus or seeing a senior land their first role after practicing interviews together.”
Rook Sahu
Vice President, Commodities and Global Markets
New York
Rook (centre-left) mentors with BTNY, a tuition-free college success program committed to getting high-potential, low-income middle school students through college
Through some of our grants, we support organisations aligned with our business activities that are driving both commercial value and social impact.
In this video, learn about the Energy Development Corporation, a Macquarie Asset Management-managed portfolio company, which was awarded a $A175,000 grant for non-profit partner Keitech Educational Foundation to help people on their path to employment.
In FY2026, we introduced the Macquarie Community Resilience Prize which will award innovative solutions that build climate-resilient communities in Brazil, Australia and the Pacific Islands, while creating meaningful employment and skill-building opportunities.
Our employment-focused partners reported supporting over 51,000 people on their path to employment and placing over 11,000 of them into employment6 across multiple regions around the world, as detailed in this map.
Generation You Employed
World YMCA
Brotherhood St Laurence
CareerSeekers
Clontarf Foundation
Concern Australia
Cowboys Community Foundation
Foundation for Young Australians
Generation Australia
Greater Melbourne Foundation
Karrkad-Kanjdji Trust
PCYC
Shoreline
Social Ventures Australia
Surfing Australia
White Box Enterprises
Youth Projects
Breakthrough New York
Construyendo y Creciendo
Inroads
Instituto Four
National College Advising Corps
OneGoal Houston
Opportunity Network
Pursuit
Take Stock in Children
The Bullard Center
The Heights
The HOPE Program
United Negro College Fund
Year Up
Access Singapore
Aidha
Agrasar
Ashala Community Health and Development Society
Ayala Foundation
Bosconet
Bright Future India
Daughters of Tomorrow
EMpower
Generation Hong Kong
Good Return
Jan Sahas Foundation
Keitech Educational Foundation
Lotus Petal Charitable Foundation
Navgurukul Foundation for Social Welfare
People's Courage International
Philanthropy Asia Alliance
The Majurity Trust
Uplifters
Voice of the Free
Youth 4 Jobs Foundation
An Cosan
Breaking Barriers
Fundacion Tomillo
Generation France
Generation UK
Growth Impact Fund
Islington Giving
Redemption Roasters
Social Builder
Social Mobility Foundation
SocialBee
Street League
Télémaque
We’ve supported Generation since 2017, with our commitment growing over time. For Generation, success extends beyond job placement to the durability of outcomes, including sustained employment, income growth and wellbeing.
Macquarie Sports aims to engage young Australians by improving access to sporting opportunities. In FY2026, Macquarie Sports supported over 1,800 young people11 through sporting clinics in communities around Australia and provided funding to two partners supporting people on their path to employment.
1. Contribution figures for the 12 months to 31 March 2026 include:
(i) Macquarie employee donations and fundraising, together with related Foundation matching;
(ii) Foundation donations recognising employee volunteering, milestone service anniversaries, and 12 months of board service by Macquarie employees; and
(iii) Macquarie and Foundation grants and social impact investments to community organisations.
2. For the 12 months to 31 March 2026.
3. Contribution figures from inception in 1985 to 31 March 2026 include:
(i) Macquarie employee donations and fundraising, together with related Foundation matching;
(ii) Foundation donations recognising employee volunteering, milestone service anniversaries, and 12 months of board service by Macquarie employees; and
(iii) Macquarie and Foundation grants and social impact investments to community organisations.
4. Represents employment-focused grant or investment funds that were paid between 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026.
5. Represents employment-focused recipients of grant or investment funds that were paid between 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026.
6. Data was supplied and not independently verified between 1 April 2025 – 31 March 2026 for activities undertaken by Macquarie’s employment-focused partners with philanthropic and impact investment support from Macquarie Group and others. ‘People supported on their path to employment’ is defined by our partners as employment related training, skilling and employment-specific programs. ‘Placed into employment’ is defined by our partners using one or more of these categories: type of work, hours of work, living wage work, meaningful work, secure work, career progression, income progression, jobs created, jobs maintained. It is possible that our partners count a person as placed into employment more than once or supported more than once (for example: if they receive more than one type of support on their path to employment or if they move to another employment position within the reporting period). ‘Placed into employment’ is a subset of the total number of people supported on their path to employment.
7. For the 12 months to 31 March 2026. The value of skilled volunteering is calculated by applying Taproot Foundation’s average hourly value of pro bono service ($US220 per hour, converted to$A329.94 using the average exchange rate for the period) to 15,775 hours of Macquarie employee skilled volunteering.
8. For the 12 months to 31 March 2026. Represents volunteer leave days taken by employees during the period.
9. Contribution figures include Macquarie employee donations and fundraising, together with related Foundation matching during Foundation Week 2025.
10. Represents employment-focused social impact investments that were paid since our first investment in FY2023 to 31 March 2026.
11. For the 12 months to 31 March 2026.
12. Represents employment-focused recipients of grant or investment funds that were paid, as well as partners who reported to us, between 1 April 2025 and 31 March 2026.
