Vicki Rasmussen FFIA CFRE is Chief Executive Officer of Charlies Foundation for Research and Chair of Fundraising Institute Australasia. A highly respected fundraising leader with more than 30 years of experience, Vicki has worked across health, community services, and research organisations, leading fundraising, philanthropy, and organisational growth initiatives that have generated millions of dollars to support life-changing programs, patient care, and medical research.

Her career has included senior fundraising leadership roles with organisations including Cancer Council WA, Mission Australia, Heart Foundation WA, and The Salvation Army. A passionate advocate for the fundraising profession, Vicki has served in numerous governance and volunteer leadership roles and is widely recognised for her contributions to professional standards, sector leadership, and fundraising excellence.
Vicki is a Fellow of Fundraising Institute Australasia and a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE). In recognition of her outstanding contribution to the profession, she was awarded the prestigious Arthur Venn Fundraiser of the Year Award.

As a CEO, board director, and career fundraiser, Vicki is known for her practical leadership style, commitment to ethical fundraising, and belief that strong leadership engagement is fundamental to fundraising success.