Thanks to the generosity of our wonderful philanthropic donors, supporters and partners, we continue driving our vision of a future where nothing is impossible for people with cerebral palsy and similar disabilities.
Philanthropy transforms lives by enabling access to early diagnosis and intervention, life changing technology, supports and opportunities not funded by NDIS, research into prevention, treatment, and cure for cerebral palsy, and advocacy to change the future.
We are deeply grateful for the incredible generosity that enables our mission to deliver a world of opportunity for people with cerebral palsy and similar disabilities, and their families.
The CPA Next Generation philanthropy group (“NextGen”) are established, successful, compassionate individuals who assist Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) in driving fundraising capacity to support world-class services, community advocacy and policy influence, training, global research into prevention, treatment and cure for cerebral palsy, and the advancement of enabling technology.
The Network acts in a volunteer capacity to attract philanthropic and corporate support to expand the reach and impact of CPA’s vision and mission.
The team are more than happy to discuss the group and the group’s purpose. Feel free to connect with any of us directly.
Jeremy is the founder of the Jeremy Bedwani – Buyers Agent property group, representing buyers of premier property in Sydney. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for real estate, Jeremy Bedwani stands as a distinguished buyer’s agent in the Australian property market. Jeremy has generously volunteered his time to Cerebral Palsy Alliance events for many years and continues to do so. In 2020, 2021 and 2023, Jeremy assisted CPA in securing commercial sites to provide highly tailored neurological support to people living with disability. In 2024 Jeremy sourced and negotiated a facility for CPA’s Supported Employment service Packforce. Chairing the Next Gen group, Jeremy facilitates introductions and collaboration with high net-worth individuals to develop philanthropic efforts to drive fundraising for further impact.
Dan is Senior Vice President, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management focused exclusively on high-net-worth clients, delivering the full range of resources needed to address the complex, multi-faceted challenges of managing significant wealth. Traditionally Dan has served entrepreneurs, executives, professionals and high-net-worth individuals.
Dan first came across Cerebral Palsy Alliance back in 2015, by taking part in Krazy Kosci Klimb. It was through that process that Dan became acquainted with a family that relied and greatly benefited from CPA’s facilities and programs.
Aleksandra Chojnacki is dedicated to bringing world-shaping technology to causes that deserve it most, enabling them to raise more money whilst spending less, through her role at Dataro, an ethically minded data intelligence platform utilising AI and BI for fundraising.
Previously, she has worked in Enterprise Solutions with global tech corporations including Bronto, Oracle, Netsuite and BigCommerce.
Aleksandra holds a Bachelor of Criminology & Criminal Justice (Social Policy & Research) and Juris Doctor (Law) at the University of Technology, Sydney.
Aleksandra is excited to continue contributing to the mission of CPA’s NextGen group.
Sam Masi is Commercial Manager at Vivienne Court Trading – a proprietary trading firm with a difference. VivCourt’s unique corporate structure replaces shareholders with a charitable trust, enabling revenue generated to be distributed across Australian registered Not-For-Profits. Sam is a converted Lawyer, having started his career at Allens Linklaters in their Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions practice.
Sam has a long family connection to CPA, with his younger sister Grace receiving both cerebral palsy and autism diagnosis as an infant. Grace has received a range of incredible services and support from CPA.
Sam and his family have generously supported fundraising at Cerebral Palsy Alliance over many years, in many ways – financially, in giving time and in establishing high value connections.
Jem Hecht is a seasoned community builder strategist with deep expertise in portfolio architecture, brand & communications strategy, and operations serving both local and international brands.
Driven by a commitment to ESG, Jem works as a fractional leader, supporting the not-for-profit and social enterprise sectors. She takes an innovative and collaborative approach, combining insights with challenger-thinking to create and measure meaningful impact.
Her portfolio includes work with established organisations like brandkind community, Werkling, The Community Collective and previously supported Hitachi Australia, Black Nova Venture Capital, Social Impact Hub, Tidal Ventures and Folklore Ventures.
Maggie Boutros is a well-versed commercial lawyer working at InfraBuild Australia, which is a part of the GFG Alliance, companies involved in mining, manufacturing of steel and construction. Maggie graduated from Medical Science, First Class Honours and subsequently, obtained a Juris Doctor from the University of Technology Sydney.
Maggie utilises her leadership skills coupled with her Legal skills to bring critical analysis and problem solving to everything she works on. In addition, Maggie’s empathy, persistence and ambition drive positive change in both her personal and professional dealings. Most importantly, Maggie never forgets to remind herself that laughter on a daily basis is key to success!
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