The Variety Club was founded in the US in the 1920s, and was brought to WA in 1980, becoming independent in 1992. Variety is dedicated to transforming the lives of sick, special needs and disadvantaged children by providing grants to children and supporting organisations. Variety raises funds from a number of sources, primarily corporate partnerships, events, and donations. Chairman Ennio Tavani Alan Linney Mark Werrett John Mancini Sally Hunter Mark Whately Debra Tarabini-East Geoff Kemp Lenette Mullen Caroline Johnston Ralph Reid Dr Michael Slattery