Hospital Program
Our Team
Blake is the founder of Ripple Movement, he has been working on charity projects for almost 15 years and working in the community services industry for over 10 years.
Bradley has worked in the community services industry many years in a variety of roles and fields including disabilities, employment, homelessness, Indigenous and working closely with young people in the remote Kimberley region.
Ella is a volunteer for Ripple Movement. Studying a double degree of Law and Social Justice, she hopes to one day provide non-for profit legal aid to those most in need
Blake has always loved helping people in need. From taking on exchange students when younger, raising money for different charities, to now helping support communities using his family business.
Naif has been a volunteer with the RFS since 2010 and is studying a Bachelor of Commerce and Law at The University of Newcastle. Naif is also a valued member of Impact Church at Erina.
Kieran is a volunteer and an accountant for Ripple Movement. He is active in local business development and job creation working on benefiting his community in any way he can.
Georgia is a lover of all creative arts, involved in acting, music and photography. She has travelled solo to 26 countries and loves to spend her time by the beach, reading, cooking or doing yoga.
Hannah McGee is a director of Ripple Movement. Hannah has completed her studies in a Bachelor of Social Science majoring in Development Studies and Culture Change. Her field of interest is Human Geography and Social and Cultural Anthropology
Gabrielle is a performing Musician and has her Masters in Teaching. She is passionate about working with youth in our community, not only in education, but in supporting and promoting their health and well-being.
Ashleigh has always had a passion for volunteer work and fundraising! Participating in various events and programs to help raise money and awareness for worthy causes specific to youth. Ash hopes to continue helping those in need with Ripple Movement.
Lauren is currently studying her second year of a bachelor of social science and working as a part time nanny. She spends her spare time with family & friends and volunteering with community organisations.
Lara is a mother of two who works as a Youth Worker in the community services sector, this has been a development from her extensive background in childcare and disability work. She has completed her diploma in community services and her diploma in children services
Tayce is a mother of two who works in real estate, meeting many different types of families. She believes that life's purpose is to give to a world that so desperately needs it.
Valeria is a mother of two boys works in real estate. She believes working for others and changing people’s lives is not a duty but a joy. Also says if we could all do one small act of kindness we can change the world for a better place!
Kurt is a carpenter currently completing his builders course. He and his family have been in the same situation as the children he visited in the hospital, Kurt said, “bringing a smile to them is the greatest joy”.
Josh has always had a passion for giving back to those in need. With experience hosting charity fitness boot camps through his own business and has experience working with children and people with disabilities.
Dave is an upbeat family man who loves time with his children and being active with them in the many sports they participate in, including coaching some of their teams over the years. He is a surveyor and has worked with his company for 15 years.
Lochie is no stranger to hospitals, from when he was 9 months old he was utilizing hospital services and continues now. These have been serious brain and heart surgeries and while Lochie has spent a lot of time in hospitals, he couldn’t wait to put his hand up and give back, a very special guy!
Jake has had experience with his own children in hospital unfortunately, this left Jake with the feeling of wanting to give back. Jake is a school teacher and couldn’t have done a better job with the children, a natural.
Ryan is a history teacher with a strong belief in being an active member of your community. Ryan works with children from a disadvantaged background specifically.
Taleisha absolutely loves the outdoors and travelling the world. She is currently working for 000 emergency call centre and continually serving the community.
Volunteering with Ripple Movement reminded me that one of the greatest gifts you can give is your time, your love and your positive energy. The good you do comes back to you- volunteer your time, step out of your comfort zone and feel your heart shine brighter.
I love to surf and travel, I am currently studying to become a disabled support worker, I am passionate about helping people around me and having a positive impact on their lives
My name is Marc Pollard, I’m 29 and a school teacher. I like to give back to the community when I can Ripple Movement is a great cause.
Brooke is a passionate traveller who has visited many developing countries. She is also a very talented dancer taking out many awards for the competitions she has competed in.
Jake and Jen converted a van into their very own tiny home on wheels and are travelling around Australia living by the motto less is more
Patty has always had a love of children, she travelled and lived in Thailand for 5 years where she worked in child care centers and spent time with the local children. Since returning back home to Australia she has become a child care educator on the central coast and believes it is great giving back to the community.
Aly Bissett: I’m a fourth year medical student and have just finished my paediatric rotation. Seeing children that are unwell for whatever reason impacted me greatly, this has made me want to give back to my local community and children in need. I absolutely love spending time with my niece, who is 16 months old and sadly now know every song from Frozen, Moana and Trolls.
Kelly McGuire: I have a degree in environmental science and I'm currently working as a project officer. I love giving back to the community and spending time outdoors with family and friends
Alex McNally: I am in property development / building / real estate working in sales. I love exercise and being apart of a community gym. I adore my family, especially my nephew and niece (also have three older sisters)
