Penrhos was built on the generosity of past and present parents, staff, alumni and friends, whose support has shaped the school into what it is today. Their impact is felt across every corner of our campus, from the multi-story Fandry Centre for Sporting Excellence and the refurbished Rixon Theatre to the state-of-the-art Meg Melville Science Innovation Centre. The contributions of our community have also transformed the lives of numerous girls through scholarships and bursaries.
Like most private schools, Penrhos’ tuition fees do not cover all operational costs. It is the generosity of philanthropic giving that transforms our College. With your continued support, our future shines even brighter, ensuring Penrhos College continues to be a visionary leader in girls' education with limitless opportunities for generations to come.
Your gift, regardless of size, will continue to enhance our financial foundation, enabling the College to grow through the development of new buildings, state-of-the-art facilities and innovative educational programs for our girls of today, and of tomorrow.
Annual Giving
Every year, the Penrhos College Foundation invites our Community to participate in our Annual Giving campaign to donate to our Scholarships Fund and support families, who might not otherwise be able to benefit from a Penrhos education due to financial circumstances.
It’s the collective impact of our alumni, parents, staff and friends who participate each year in our Annual Giving that is making a profound difference to the lives of our students.
Building Fund
Gifts to our Building Fund enhance teaching and learning by enabling the construction of purpose-built facilities that help us provide opportunities for our girls to strive for the highest.
In 2021, the Foundation contributed two million dollars towards the opening of the state-of-the-art Meg Melville Science Innovation Centre - an outstanding facility that offers our STEM students an inspirational and welcoming learning environment.
It is a place where leading-edge laboratories and flexible learning spaces promote spontaneous collaboration and innovation across scientific discipline, encouraging every student to step outside their comfort zone in pursuit of knowledge and discovery.
This spectacular three-story Centre incorporates all the traits of a real-life working environment and will benefit generations of students, staff and the broader College community for decades to come.
Bequests and Legacy Giving
A bequest is a special way to leave your legacy and support future Penrhosians.
The Penrhos College of today, owes much to the values and vision of our founders and to the generosity of our donors and bequestors.
Throughout our history, bequests have enabled the Foundation to create scholarships and academic fellowships, and funds for the construction and improvement of school facilities. These generous and inspiring acts of our donors have enriched the educational experience for generations of students.
Making a bequest
If you wish to make a provision for Penrhos in your will or investigate a living bequest, please know that your gift – regardless of size – is significant and creates a permanent bond between the donor and the College. Donors may choose to direct their gift to a particular area of the College or in support of a scholarship that is important to them.
Read the story of one of our bequestors, Kay Lee, and discover why she is including a gift in her will for Penrhos: Kay Lee’s Story
Scholarships
We believe that every girl should have the opportunity to realise her full potential. Through the Scholarships Fund, we aim to support families whose daughters demonstrate the academic aptitude and positive attributes necessary to thrive here, but due to financial constraints may not otherwise consider a Penrhos education.
Your support helps girls unleash their full potential, paving the way for a life without boundaries. By recognising and backing talented individuals with exceptional abilities but limited financial resources, you’re making a real impact on these students’ lives.
Read the inspiring scholarship stories of Amelia and Vivienne.
Naming Opportunities
Naming opportunities offer a unique way to leave a lasting legacy.
Your very own seat in the Rixon Theatre
The Rixon Theatre is an impressive, world-class facility where our students – from the youngest in Kindergarten to our aspiring performers in Year 12 - showcase their amazing talents across productions, dance performances, musical showcases and more.
By sponsoring a seat you can leave your mark in this much-loved and celebrated area of the College and ensure your generous gift is visible and recognised for years to come.
Your personalised plaque, engraved with your chosen text (up to two lines), will be prominently displayed on the seat. Donors also enjoy special benefits, including early access to ticket bookings for College productions. Rixon Theatre seats are available to sponsor for $500 each and your donation is fully tax-deductible.
Find out more by contacting us today.
Your name on an element on the periodic table in the Science Innovation Centre
The Meg Melville Science Innovation Centre (SIC) is a place where leading-edge laboratories and flexible learning spaces promote spontaneous collaboration and innovation across scientific disciplines.
We invite you to make your mark in this spectacular building by sponsoring an element on our striking periodic table, which spans two floors of the focal group presentation space.
By sponsoring an element you are contributing to the Centre’s progressive programs and initiatives. Naming of the periodic element plaques is fully tax deductible.
Find out more by contacting us today.
Hardship Fund
Donations to the Foundation’s Hardship Fund go to support members of our community who are experiencing financial hardship.
Enquire today
Every gift is unique to the donor. Please contact Ra Stewart, Manager Foundation and Partnerships at stewar@penrhos.wa.edu.au or 08 9368 9621 for further information.
