Who we are …
The Compassionate Friends (TCF) NSW is a not for profit organisation that provides peer support to bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents after the tragic loss of a child.
We are a registered charity and coordinate approximately 30 chapters throughout NSW
TCF Board 2026 - 2027
Chris Hardwicke
President
Kym Bailey
Treasurer
Peter Rappo
Board Member
Steve Ranson
Board Member
Caitriona Farrell
Board Member
Nicola Dillon
Board Member
John Apter
Board Member
Our mission is to assist families in the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child and to provide information to help others be supportive.
We offer friendship and understanding to families who are grieving the death of a child of any age, from any cause.
All bereaved family members are welcome.
Our President writes a quarterly message to the membership. Read our President’s message.
Administration team
Our office administrators, Joy Rappo and Jo Moses run The Pitt Street Centre.
These people help us communicate our message:
Focus magazine editorial team
Facebook editor – Ann McGill
To learn more about the extended TCF NSW family, please see our chapters