Children First Foundation (CFF) was established in July 1999 to support Moira Kelly, AO's humanitarian work.

In 1999, local Rotarian Noel Baker and his wife Janis donated 45 hectares of land to build a home for Moira and the Foundation's children. Rotary District 9790 was instrumental in building a 100 square home. This was opened by John Landy, AC MBE Governor of Victoria in November 2001. The Foundation records its grateful thanks to the financial and in-kind generosity of Rotarians, suppliers, individuals, and volunteers who built this special place.



At the end of 2005, the Foundation purchased an Emergency Accommodation House in North Melbourne. The House is a short walk to the Royal Children's Hospital and provides overnight accommodation for children and carers during treatment. The Foundation also conducts its administration from this location.