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OnCourse is a registered charity, operating in Nakuru, Kenya and based in Sydney Australia..
In Australia, OnCourse is registered with the ACNC, and all donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Our story
We started OnCourse in late 2013 after identifying a lack of education, training and employment opportunities in Nakuru, Kenya which were tightening the grip of poverty on local communities. OnCourse began with the team spending time with a large number of people who were both capable and driven to improve their quality of life, but through no fault of their own, were unable to do so.
Countless people in these communities have their education cut short at a young age by financial pressures, and quickly find themselves with no employable skills and a lack of opportunities for them to gain these skills. Without employment or education, individuals are unable to generate a sustainable source of income or fully realise their own value as members of the community.
Why we began
We started OnCourse to address these issues, and empower passionate people to create positive change in the world. Our work now combines primary education, vocational training, social support and infrastructure that helps young people attend school and learn safely.
OnCourse is also registered with the ATO as a Deductible Gift Recipient. All donations to OnCourse over $2 are tax deductible in Australia.
Our people
CEO
Jack is CEO of OnCourse and has maintained an active connection to Kenya since 2013, having lived there for close to two years. Over that period he contributed to a range of development initiatives, from microfinance schemes to the management of an orphanage. He spent several years in institutional banking before establishing the finance brokerage he now runs in Sydney. Jack holds a Master of Economics (Econometrics) and is based in Sydney, Australia.
Treasurer
As treasurer, Danielle manages financial oversight of the projects and has guided the programs' financial management since they began. Her involvement in development work also dates back to 2013. Danielle works as an administrator at a tax accountancy firm in Sydney, holds a Bachelor of Arts (Economics), and is a Sydney local.
Luke is an organisational psychologist by education and a human resources professional by trade. Having worked at Westpac Group for the past 6 years he is practiced in creating and driving the people agenda for business groups. Of particular interest for Luke are leadership development, change management and strategic workforce planning.
Ben holds a Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Philosophy. He has extensive experience across business, technology, education and not-for-profits. Having cut his chops buidling mobile apps and merchant solutions at Westpac, Ben founded IRL Education, teaching life skills to high schools students around Australia, before moving on to lead the Product team at Lifeline Australia, where he works now.
HC is a HR professional working at the Westpac Group for the past 6 years with a focus on talent development, change management and driving the people agenda. HC holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce Liberal Studies with majors in Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations and Accounting from the University of Sydney.
Raenuka is a risk professional specialising in financial crime advisory. Her global and domestic experience covers anti-money laundering compliance and advisory, fraud risk advisory, anti-bribery and corruption and business process reviews. Raenuka holds a Bachelor of Business and Creative Industries with majors in International Business, Accounting and Media Communications.
Kenyan Operations Manager
Marianne works as our Kenyan Operations Manager. Marianne has completed her CPA Studies and has worked within the Nakuru community for several years. She is a valued member of the OnCourse team and is highly revered by her students.
Shreya is a qualified CA who currently works as a finance professional with the Westpac Group. With almost 6 years of experience she is particularly passionate about financial analysis and strategy. In her free time she enjoys dancing as well as spending hours on puzzles! She holds a Bachelor of Accounting from the University of Technology, Sydney.
Accountable giving
100% of the funds we raise go directly to our operations in Kenya. No overheads, no administration, no waste.
Donations are 100% traceable. If you'd like to know exactly where your money has gone, we will tell you.
Open and accountable
At OnCourse, we believe transparency is key to building trust with our stakeholders and remaining accountable to our stated objectives. We're also proud of the efficiency with which we achieve outcomes for our beneficiaries using the limited money we're able to raise.
As a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-For-Profits Commission, you can view our annual statements and financial reports online here.
We also take Anti Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing very seriously. Our Policy is published below for your reference.
OnCourse AML CTF and Sanctions Policy
Please get in touch with us at info@oncourse.org.au if you have any questions.
