Category: Mercantile Foundation

“THE MERCANTILIAN” TURNS 58 YEARS OLD This month marks a remarkable milestone in our club’s story: 58 years of The Mercantilian. The publication you are reading stands on the shoulders of a long and proud tradition. The very first edition appeared at the end of 1967, under the stewardship of Simon Newcomb, supported by Peter […]

The Foundation is pleased to report that it has funded the purchase of two new pairs for the Club during September, further strengthening our fleet for the season ahead. We look forward to supporting additional equipment acquisitions throughout the year, alongside other key club priorities. How the Foundation Works The Mercantile Foundation is a capital […]

As members will know, the members in general meeting approved the establishment and transfer of investments to the new Foundation. Members will receive more information on this once the establishment process is completed. Members thank the two outgoing trustees Jeff Lawrence and Tim Frederico for their great assistance and sage advice throughout their term. The […]

Special General Meeting Members are encouraged to attend the special general meeting at the boathouse on Thursday 21st August 2025 at 6pm to consider the proposal to establish the Club’s Foundation in a long term structure. Due to the generosity of members led by our Patrons, the Foundation has grown to a point where it needs […]

The Mercantile Foundation continues to grow in both impact and importance. Thanks to a strong year of investment returns and generous donations, the Foundation’s capital reached $3.3 million as of 30 June 2025. This marks a significant milestone in our journey and reflects the unwavering support of our donor community. In the coming weeks, all […]

Foundation This year is shaping up to be the Foundation’s biggest year ever for both donations and Club grants. The Foundation expects to receive donations of nearly $500,000 this year and also make the largest level of grants ever to the Club. The largest donation came from a bequest from the Estate of Rosemary Richardson […]

ANZAC Day Commemoration 2025 The Captain conducted the 2025 ANZAC Day Commemoration at the boatshed with many of the young members present. The commemoration took the opportunity to highlight club member Gordon Davieswho died on service in WWII.  Gordon learnt his rowing at Scotch College and raced in the 1st VIII in 1935 in the seven seat. […]

The generosity of Sean Colgan continues to amaze us. He made another substantial donation to the Foundation in March which is very much appreciated. The Foundation has also been advised of a bequest from the Estate of the Late Rosemary Richardson. The Foundation continues to fulfil its purpose for the Club admirably, providing 4% of its capital to […]

Members will be no doubt be aware of the great work of our donors through the Mercantile Foundation. These donors have enabled the Club to renovate the boathouse twice with the next renovation due again in about 8 years time.  These donors to the Foundation have also enabled a growing income stream to be paid […]