Madeleine West to share her story at Give Geelong breakfast

THE Give Where You Live Foundation has announced actor, author and advocate Madeleine West as guest speaker for the 2026 Give Geelong Breakfast.

Proudly presented by BBC Digital, this much-loved event in the Geelong event calendar will take place in the President’s Room at GMHBA Stadium on 19 March from 7am to 9am.

An important part of the Give Geelong Appeal, all proceeds from the breakfast event will raise important funds to support the Foundation’s annual grants program, providing vital funding to local organisations delivering frontline support in the areas of food security, homelessness assistance and inclusive employment across the G21 region.

Give Where You Live Foundation chief executive officer, Zac Lewis, said the foundation was delighted to be welcoming West to the Give Geelong Breakfast.

“The Give Where You Live Foundation exists to create a fairer community and drive positive social change. Madeleine’s message of resilience and empathy strongly aligns with our aims to support fairness and equity in our community.”

“As a published author and sought-after presenter, Madeleine will bring insight, warmth, and advocacy to the Give Geelong Breakfast stage, while sharing her experiences of facing adversity and building resilience.”

West said she was honoured to be part of the Give Geelong Breakfast.

“It really is humbling, and I am honoured to be asked to spend time and share my story with everyone in Geelong.

“The Give Where You Live Foundation is an incredible organisation, and proof of how acts of understanding, empathy and kindness cost little but for the recipient are priceless.

“I look forward to sharing my story with you all.”

The long-standing event is proudly presented by BBC Digital, supported by Australian Skin Face Body, and will feature entertainment from local musical theatre identity,Natalie O’Donnell.

Lewis said the foundation encouraged the community’s support of the Give Geelong Breakfast.

“Please join us at the Give Geelong Breakfast, as when our community comes together through the Give Geelong Appeal, we can fund practical, proven solutions and ensure local organisations can keep showing up for the people who need them most.”

The Give Where You Live Foundation is a community foundation that exists to build a fairer, more equitable community across the G21 region.

The unique, place-based philanthropic community foundation working in partnership with the community to help all people and all places thrive, with a focus on priority areas of food security, homelessness inclusive employment, and an inclusive economy.

Secure your tickets to the breakfast now. Tickets are $95 per person or $900 for a table of 10 and are available for purchase from givewhereyoulive.com.au/events

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