We're excited to share the Reece Foundation's second Impact Report. This report is a celebration of collective efforts of the Reece Foundation, volunteers, suppliers and community partners. 

In FY24 , the Reece Foundation continued its mission to bring clean water and sanitation to communities most in need with volunteers contributing over 2,347 hours of skilled work to support over 31,000 people.  

Access to clean water and sanitation is something that affects people worldwide, including here in Australia. While many projects were carried out in Australia, the Foundation also supported communities in Indonesia, Bhutan, India, Uganda and Nepal. 

Ipsita Wright, Executive Director of the Reece Foundation, shares her thoughts: "Through this important work, we’ve supported communities to be in the best position to thrive with a +7% wellbeing improvement.  This result and our collective impact wouldn’t have been possible without the passion of our volunteers and the generosity of our partners.”

Motivated by what matters most to Reece Foundation volunteers, the Foundation has continued to focus on the role of plumbing in community-led disaster recovery and concentrated its efforts in creating better access to clean water and sanitation in First Nation’s communities. 

The “Bush Loo Project” carried out in partnership with Karrkad Kanjdiji Trust (KKT) highlighted the need in Australia and the role we can play in supporting remote communities. With the support of a Reece Foundation Grant, KKT installed eight toilets in two schools in the Northern Territory, aiming to improve school attendance and positively impact the community.  

In the aftermath of natural disasters, such as floods, bushfires or droughts, access to clean water and sanitation can be severely disrupted, risking public health and community wellbeing. Through the incredible Reece branch network, we see firsthand the vital role that plumbing plays in keeping people healthy and helping communities to recover. Our commitment to working with communities impacted by natural disasters was reflected through our ongoing collaboration with Resilient Lismore in FY24 and this model now supports how we approach disaster recovery in Australia. 

Without our incredible volunteers, it would not be possible to deliver the projects we do. Michael or “Mick” Spencer is one of the Reece Foundation’s repeat volunteers having volunteered on multiple projects over the past few years.  Reflecting on his experience, he said: “Coming from a small community, giving back is what you do. If someone needs help, you help them. That’s why I became a volunteer firefighter and why I’ve used my skills as a plumber to help others with the Reece Foundation.”

As we look ahead, the Reece Foundation is committed to expanding its reach and deepening its impact. For more information about the Reece Foundation visit reecefoundation.charity.