Working to advance the arts in community life across Australia
At the Effie Baker Foundation, we work for the advancement of the arts. We see this advancement practically expressed in the contribution of the arts to humanity’s nobility and oneness. The arts bridge differences and raise consciousness about justice and equity, and removal of all forms of prejudice.We see the arts as an expression of human creativity. This human creativity, a gift all possess, is expressed in many aspects of our lives, particularly in artistic endeavours such as story telling, drama, visual arts and music.Our efforts are focused on local communities. We collaborate with individuals, agencies, and institutions to develop capacity for the use of the arts as a means of generating joy, strengthening bonds of unity, disseminating knowledge, and consolidating understanding. In short, we aim to contribute to the betterment of our communities through the use of the arts.The Effie Baker Foundation was established in 2025, and is entirely philanthropically funded.
" There is nothing more truly artistic than to love people."
Vincent van Gogh
" I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn't say any other way—things I had no words for."
Georgia O’Keeffe
" Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life."
Pablo Picasso
"To practice any art, no matter how well or how badly, is a way to make your soul grow, for heaven’s sake. So do it."
Kurt Vonnegut
Who was Effie Baker?
Euphemia ‘Effie’ Baker is an inspiring historical figure from Ballarat in Victoria. Effie was renowned for her photography, booklets of wildflower paintings and model making, harnessing her talents to make notable contributions in her community.
Effie Baker Foundation Ltd, ACN 684 812 735