THE AUSTRALIAN ROTARY
HEALTH RESEARCH FUND
The Australian Rotary Health Research Fund is a multi-district project of Rotary in Australia and is
suported by most clubs and Rotarians. The Fund has made available more than $10 million in
medical/health research - in Australia. All donations are tax deductible.
In 2000 the ARHRF began its current emphasis on Mental Illness research and awareness. As
part of this activity, research grants of more than $1 million each year have been awarded and a
community awareness program, supported by the Commonwealth Government, has seen more
that 400 community forums on mental health held by Rotary clubs.
Other activities of the ARHRF
Scholarships for Indigenous Australians
This program assists Indigenous Australians who are undertaking a health related university course.
Funding Partners Program
The Funding Partners program helps to provide funds for medical research in areas other than mental
illness - chosen by a Rotary club or Rotary district.
Bowelscan
The highly successful bowelscan program is promoted by the ARHRF.
Rural Health Scholarships
Scholarships can be awarded to medical students who are completing a rural placement as part
of their under-graduate medical training.
Rural Health Grants
Funds are made available to research projects that have the potential to restore or promote the
health of Australians living in rural and/or remote areas.
Mental Health Services - Research Grants
To assist local service providers to have their service evaluated.
Mental Health Awareness in Primary Schools
KidsMatter will increase support and assitance for students at risk of experiencing mental health
problems.
Transport Industry - Mental Health Survey
Evaluating the costs and benefits of pro-active physical and emotional health screening and treatment
for employees in the transport industry.
The Australian Rotary Health Research Fund proudly continues to be a major
community service program of the Rotary clubs of Australia.
For further information: Joy Gillett
Australian Rotary Health Research Fund
PO Box 779, Parramatta, NSW, 2124
Ph: 02 8837 1900 • Fax: 02 9635 5042 • Email:joygillett@arhrf.org.au