The Little B.I.G. Foundation Limited is registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission ABN 72650451522.
We foster mental wellbeing through belonging to realise our vision of happier, healthier, kinder lives.
What is B.I.G.?
B.I.G. stands for ‘Build In Good’. It’s our unique approach to encourage every person that we meet to think about how they can build a little kindness, neighbourliness and 'good' into their lives.
1 in 5 adults say that they often feel lonely, lack companionship, feel left out, or isolated from others* so we are on a mission to curate spaces that welcome the entire community and break down the barriers that keep us away from one another.
Spreng et al., 2021
OUR VISION AND MISSION
We have a vision for a future in which people enjoy happier, healthier, kinder lives.
Our mission is to foster mental wellbeing through belonging.
OUR PRINCIPLES
We pursue our vision of the future by supporting community events and initiatives that promote one of five evidence-based wellbeing practices.
Learn more about the '5 Ways to Wellbeing' here.
Connect
Develop relationships with those around you. Show kindness to strangers.
Be Active
Find an activity you enjoy and can do for life. Movement is joy.
Keep Learning
Trying something new will make you more confident and give you a sense of achievement.
Be Aware
Find time in your day to notice how you are. Be curious. Savour the moment.
Help Others
Altruistic behaviour releases endorphins and boosts happiness.
Connect
Develop relationships with those around you. Show kindness to strangers.
BE ACTIVE
Find an activity you enjoy and can do for life.
Movement is joy.
KEEP LEARNING
Trying something new will make you more confident and give you a sense of achievement.
BE AWARE
Find time in your day to notice how you are.
Be curious. Savour the moment.
HELP OTHERS
Altruistic behaviour releases endorphins and boosts happiness.
THE LITTLE BIG HOUSE
A space to find an activity you enjoy and can do for life.
A space to find time in your day to notice how you are.
A space where we know each other's names, faces and stories.
A space to keep learning and try new things.
A space to give generously to others.
Now open for bookings!
HAVE A COMMUNITY IDEA FOR
SYDNEY'S INNER WEST?
WE OFFER SUPPORT TO BRING IT TO LIFE.
We want to foster and support ideas that help us to achieve our vision of happier, healthier and kinder lives for our community.
If you propose an opportunity to improve our collective wellbeing, we can offer resources to help make it possible.
Get in touch now to propose your B.I.G. idea.
OUR TEAM
JACQUI WILLING COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Spotted any typos on the website? Blame Jacqui. Responsible for all things communication, Jacqui (usually) has a great eye for detail and a great enthusiasm for a conversation over a cuppa.
SARAH MATHEWS CEO
Sarah leads the B.I.G. Foundation, implementing our vision and mission to build meaningful communities that drive social wellbeing forwards to counter the loneliness epidemic that Australians face.
SARAH MATHEWS CEO
Sarah leads the B.I.G. Foundation, implementing our vision and mission to build meaningful communities that drive social wellbeing forwards to counter the loneliness epidemic that Australians face.
JACQUI WILLING COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Spotted any typos on the website? Blame Jacqui. Responsible for all things communication, Jacqui (usually) has a great eye for detail and a great enthusiasm for a conversation over a cuppa.
OUR BOARD
ADAM GEHA
Adam’s experience in the property sector is extensive and diverse – and it runs in his family! When he’s not out enjoying an early morning stroll through the park, Adam keeps busy as CEO of EG, B.I.G’s founder and funder.
HOLLY REYNOLDS
Holly is a talented communicator with a rewarding career of 30+ years’ crafting and sharing people’s stories. She has even taken this passion from professional to personal life, creating a card game called ‘What’s Your Story’.
GEORGE MILTENYI
As Chairman of the Board, George sees a need to redefine the social responsibilities of property developers. He brings a lifetime of experience in social and community work to achieve this through his advocacy and leadership role.
GEORGE MILTENYI
As Chairman of the Board, George sees a need to redefine the social responsibilities of property developers. He brings a lifetime of experience in social and community work to achieve this through his advocacy and leadership role.
HOLLY REYNOLDS
Holly is a talented communicator with a rewarding career of 30+ years’ crafting and sharing people’s stories. She has even taken this passion from professional to personal life, creating a card game called ‘What’s Your Story’.
ADAM GEHA
Adam’s experience in the property sector is extensive and diverse – and it runs in his family! When he’s not out enjoying an early morning stroll through the park, Adam keeps busy as CEO of EG, B.I.G’s founder and funder.