ABOUT US

Nest Impact Foundation is a not-for-profit entity created to transform everyday referrals into meaningful, measurable impact. We connect lawyers, services providers and charities through a model grounded in integrity, transparency and purpose.

Our Board

Nest Impact Foundation is led by a Board with deep experience across law, operations and professional services — united by a shared belief that the way we work should create meaningful impact.

Talya Faigenbaum

Talya is at the forefront of evolving how legal services are delivered — combining innovation, efficiency and ethical practice. She brings strategic leadership and a deep understanding of the referral ecosystem, shaping Nest Impact's strategy and its role within the profession.

Shelley Baker

Shelley brings extensive experience in operations, systems and compliance, with a focus on building efficient, accountable and well-run teams. Her strong professional networks and hands-on approach support Nest Impact's growth and ensure it operates with consistency and integrity.

Kathryn Milczewski

Kath, with over 30 years’ experience across legal and professional services in Australia & the UK brings deep operational expertise and a highly connected industry network. Her focus on continuous improvement and scalable systems supports Nest Impact's growth and high-impact.

OUR MISSION

The referral system hasn’t changed.

We think it should.

Nest Impact Foundation exists to create a simple, ethical pathway for professional referral fees to be redirected into meaningful community impact.

We believe the referral ecosystem can be better — transparent, independent and aligned with community outcomes.

No kickbacks. No grey areas.

Just a clear, ethical pathway that turns everyday professional decisions into meaningful impact

Our challenge to the legal profession

We challenge lawyers and conveyancers to reconsider the role of referral fees.

If referral fees feel outdates, uncomfortable or simply unnecessary — this is the alternative.

Keep referring based on quality and suitability — but let the value created by those referrals do something more.

Same referrals

Better outcome.

How funds flow

Service providers donate referral amounts directly to Nest Impact.

We receive and receipt each donation, then distribute funds to our aligned charity partners.

Every dollar is tracked, accounted for and directed where it creates the greatest impact.

Simple in structure. Powerful in outcome.

Our impact

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A not‑for‑profit organisation that redirects referral fees into charitable impact, administered transparently and independently

  • We redirect referral fees into charitable donations and distribute those funds to selected organisations aligned with our purpose.

  • No. The model removes financial incentives from referral decisions to maintain independence.

  • The service provider donates the equivalent amount to the Foundation, which then distributes funds to charitable partners.

  • No. Listing reflects participation in the model, not endorsement or accreditation.

  • Through a structured process based on alignment, transparency and impact focus, with decisions overseen by the Board.

  • No. The model is designed to be simple, with minimal administration for both

    providers and referring professionals.

  • Yes. The model is intended to operate with deductible gift settings (DGR). The Foundation’s governance structure and setup is designed with DGR status in mind

  • Yes — we welcome expressions of interest, and assess alignment against our published focus areas and partnership principles.