Our Board
Sharon Gleeson
APCO Foundation Chair
The APCO Foundation began its work in 2013 when we realised that we could do so much more together than separately. I have always believed that a community is created when people are kind to those who are in need of help and support. Building this foundation together with my 3 sisters and my other wonderful board members for the past 7 years has been extremely rewarding. I was a franchisee within the APCO company for over 19 years and being able to continue on the board as Chair has been challenging, exciting and personally for me an enriching experience.
Mary Anne Carew
APCO Foundation Director
I have been an Apco Retail Partner in Bendigo for the past 30 years. I love being a part of the Apco foundation and working with people who believe in the same causes that inspire me. We are making an impact on individual lives and this gives our everyday life more meaning.I believe our donations have the potential to improve our communities quality of life.
Christine Healy
APCO Foundation Director
Every day we see or read Heartbreaking stories. Volunteering is a way for me to do something helpful and positive to our community. A little assistance to someone or a family in need, even the smallest gestures can make a difference to them. And I hope the time and support I give to the foundation helps in a small way. It also helps me put my life in perspective. Your time is the most important thing you can give to another person.
Jennifer Brennan
APCO Foundation Director
My name Is Jennifer Brennan and my background is in nursing and education. I have four wonderful children and My husband Tony and I owned an APCO service station for six years. I started the foundation in 2013 with my sisters. I love being involved with the foundation and being able to contribute to the community.
Andrew Jones
APCO Foundation Director
Since 2016 it has been a privilege to be a director. Apart from the enjoyment of working with my co-directors, the fun of the fundraising events, the best part is being able to assist people through some really tough times. The difference with this foundation is we assist families and people to get over difficult times and we really make a difference. As well we support many local not-for-profits. We could not do this without the tremendous support from the APCO family.
Fiona Rowan
APCO Foundation Director
I have been employed by APCO for more than 20 years in the Finance and Administration team. During my time at APCO I have gained industry knowledge and experience that has been invaluable to my career. I have watched the Foundation grow and support those genuinely in need and now have an opportunity to join the Board. I am proud of all that the Foundation does and look forward to working with the Foundation to support those who need it most in our community.
Alicia Carroll
APCO Foundation Director
I am a Principal Lawyer with Coulter Legal and Head of the Corporate & Commercial team. Coulter Legal has a long history of providing legal services to APCO and is a proud supporter of the APCO Foundation and the fabulous work they do. I joined the APCO Foundation Board in 2020 as a way of contributing to the amazing fundraising efforts undertaken by the Foundation, which help support many local organisations and individuals in need.
Kellie Struth
APCO Foundation Director
I have been with Apco since the first “official” day of Covid in 2020 which was when I learnt quickly how valuable and important the Apco Foundation was to people in our local communities. Through my leadership role within the Category and Marketing team, I have been incredibly fortunate to work with such wonderful Supplier Trade partners who support our fundraising events and through their generosity have helped us raise much needed money which have been able to support many local organisations and individuals. I feel incredibly blessed to have the opportunity to be part of the Apco Foundation that truly believe in spreading kindness throughout our communities, and through my role I hope I can continue to help raise awareness of the importance of the Foundation. I feel very humbled to be involved and have seen that even the smallest of contributions or gestures can really change how tomorrow looks for someone or a family who may need some assistance.
Sue Berg
APCO Foundation Director
I have been involved with APCO service station for 21 years as a retail partner. Ron and Margret Anderson have built a fabulous business that involves strong family values which is a great attribute that continues to help APCO and the APCO foundation grow and evolve together. I am very honored to be a member of the APCO foundation as I have seen firsthand the help and support is has given many people In need. The foundation is a group of truly amazing people that always have the best intentions and kindness of the hearts. I look forward to what the future brings of the foundation, helping many more families as well as the community organizations.
Lynette Kennett
APCO Foundation Director
To be given the opportunity to participate on this amazing Apco Foundation is both humbling and exciting. I have worked with the Apco group for more than 20 years and understand the strong connection to community that this business has. Many who know me understand the energy and enthusiasm that I bring to anything that I’m involved with. To be able to channel that into the activities of the Foundation and bring genuine change and benefit to people in the community is something I am really looking forward to.
Lyn Martin
APCO Foundation Director
I initially became interested in The APCO Foundation, when Sharon spoke at one of our Annual Franchise Award Meetings, some years ago. One of my interests was to get involved in a 'Group' to be able to help those less fortunate than ourselves. Through my Nursing Career, I knew that there were many vulnerable and needy people of all ages, out there in our communities. The APCO Foundation has provided this for me and I feel that in some small way, we are all helping the many people and organisations that call upon our help and assistance.
Michelle Stocks
APCO Foundation Director
Michelle is the Executive Assistant for Corangamite Financial Services providing Bendigo Community Banking Services to Anglesea, Lorne and Winchelsea. With a deep-seated commitment to community engagement, Michelle has long been an active participant in local groups and organizations, often assuming roles as a committee member or director. Her dedication to volunteer work and community support is integral to her character.
As an annual APCO Wine Walk volunteer Michelle became acquainted with the remarkable efforts of the APCO Foundation, which extends generous assistance to community groups and organisations, along with individuals and families facing hardship across Victoria and beyond. The Foundation's unique model of support allows assistance to be provided to those undergoing hardship and trauma. Michelle believes that this support, particularly during challenging times, serves as a beacon of hope amidst adversity.
Michelle acknowledges that while the Foundation may not be able to fulfill every request, its efforts to alleviate suffering and foster resilience are invaluable to the APCO communities