Benevolent Society
The Benevolent Society, founded by Edward Smith Hall in 1813, is Australia's first and oldest charity. The society is an independent, not-for-profit organization whose main goals include helping families, older Australians and people with disabilities. The Benevolent Society centers around the advancement of society and positive change.
Basic Information
- Category: Large Enterprise
- Website: https://www.benevolent.org.au/
Documented Facts
- CEO: Lin Hatfield Dodds (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
- Employees: 56000 (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
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- Benevolent Society — Wikipedia (reference)
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- Recorded profile date: 2026-04-23
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The Benevolent Society, founded by Edward Smith Hall in 1813, is Australia's first and oldest charity. The society is an independent, not-for-profit organization whose main goals include helping families, older Australians and people with disabilities. The Benevolent Society centers around the advancement of society and positive change.
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