SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
MEDIA RELEASE
25 September 2025
The Southern Highlands Community Foundation announce two Highlands Heroes for September
The Southern Highlands Community Foundation (SHCF) today announced Peter Doris and Georgie Lewis as the recipients of their Highlands Hero and Young Hero Award. ‘Highlands Heroes’ is an initiative that aims to recognise and reward the work of volunteers and fundraisers in our community who work tirelessly for their chosen cause.
Peter Doris, Highlands Hero, September 2025
Across three decades as a volunteer with St Vincent de Paul, Peter has distinguished himself as a remarkable leader, fostering unity among members and responding to the evolving needs of the community. A passionate advocate for social justice, Peter is known for his unwavering dedication, compassion and commitment to community. Read Peter’s story.
Georgie Lewis, Young Hero, September 2025
At just 14 years old, Georgie pitched her idea of hosting a ‘Pink Golf Day’ at the Moss Vale Golf Club to raise money for Breast Cancer Network Australia. What began as a one-off event with a fundraising goal of $5,000 grew to raise over $10,000 on the day and was so successful that it was repeated the following year – doubling the funds raised again. Read Georgie’s story.
Jenny Bott AO, Chair of the SHCF said,
“Peter and Georgie, in their own distinct ways epitomise what this award is about, and we are thrilled to announce them as Highlands Hero and Young Highlands Hero respectively. Peter has shown great leadership, particularly in mentoring other volunteers and has had an enormous impact on our local community through St Vincent de Paul. Georgie shows us that one person, no matter their age, can see a need or identify a goal and through their commitment and vision make a meaningful difference. Both Peter and Georgie are an inspiration, and it is an absolute pleasure to share their stories.”
Though initiatives like Highlands Heroes the SHCF aims to shine a light onto areas of need within our community and via a grant, have positive impact on the causes that each of our Highlands Heroes represent. Earlier this year, a three-year partnership with the Medich Foundation was announced, allowing the search for Highlands Heroes to continue. Nominations are open all year round with the judging panel looking for volunteers who have contributed to the betterment of their organisation and/or its services and have made a difference in our community. Highlands Heroes receive a $5,000 grant and Young Heroes a $3,000 grant.
For more information on the SHCF Highlands Heroes program or the nomination process please visit https://shcf.org.au
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For media enquiries please contact:
Katie Falloon, Marketing & Communications | 0416 244 053 | communications@shcf.org.au
Jennifer Bott, Chair | chair@shcf.org.au
For more information on The Southern Highlands Community Foundation, visit https://shcf.org.au
