Our Mission

The Chippin’ Away Foundation was established by Ian and Maureen Watkins in 2017. Our private ancillary fund was created to support organisations and projects to improve the lives of people around the world. Our focus is primarily in South East Asia, supporting women and children across a range of social and health issues. We also support a number of organisations here in Australia, mainly those focusing on the needs of refugees and migrants.

OUr people

Maureen Watkins set up the Chippin’ Away Foundation with her husband Ian. Having traveled extensively through Asia, Maureen has a particular focus supporting women and children across the region. Maureen is a key decision maker in our foundation’s funding projects and focus areas.

Erin Watkins previously worked for ten years in consulting and advisory across health, ageing and human services. Erin has worked with both commercial and not for profit sectors. Erin has a keen focus on a broad range of social policy areas. Erin oversees the Foundation’s operations and alongside Maureen is a key decision maker in the projects and focus areas of the our Foundation.

our project partners

A selection of our major project partners are below