The William Buckland Foundation

About

The William Buckland Foundation is a long-established corporate foundation based in Melbourne, Victoria, founded in 1965. It supports vulnerable Victorians, particularly youth, children, families, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, migrants and refugees, and financially disadvantaged communities. The foundation focuses on early childhood, education, and community development programs across Victoria.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation supports organizations working with vulnerable and disadvantaged communities in Victoria, with particular emphasis on youth, children, families, and Indigenous Australians. It values programs that address immediate community needs and promote social inclusion.

Tips for Applicants

Given its Victorian focus and community emphasis, applicants should demonstrate strong local connections and evidence of working with the specific beneficiary groups listed. Keep applications community-focused and outcomes-oriented, as the foundation appears to prioritize direct community impact in Victoria.

Financial History (7 years)