The Royal Australian Air Force Welfare Trust Fund
Concentration RiskBoard Interlocks (2 shared directors)
Giving Philosophy
The foundation approaches its giving by providing financial support to aviators and their families, with a focus on those in need. It values the well-being of its recipients and selects them based on their eligibility and circumstances. The foundation's giving is guided by its mission to support the social welfare of aviators.
Tips for Applicants
To approach this funder, applicants should demonstrate a clear need for financial support and meet the foundation's eligibility criteria, which includes being an aviator or former aviator, or a dependent of one. Applications should be made online through the foundation's website.
Programs & Opportunities (5)
Grant funding to bases to support welfare and amenity for Air Force Aviators and dependants—mess furniture, equipment, kitchen appliances, community events
Emergency loans up to $1,000 for urgent needs
Low cost loans up to $6,500 for general purposes with term up to 2 years (3% p.a. for GLI members, 3.5% for non-members)
Low cost loans between $6,500 and $10,000 for home improvements with term up to 4 years (4% p.a. for GLI members, 4.5% for non-members)
Grants available to aviators including SERCAT 3-5 Reservists, and in some cases former aviators or their dependants
Notable Grants
- Over $360 million in loans and grants issued since 1947
Financial History (7 years)
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Surplus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3M | $1.5M | $11.7M | $-156,088 |
| 2022 | $1.3M | $1.4M | $11.9M | $-41,140 |
| 2021 | $1.5M | $1.4M | $11.9M | $147K |
| 2020 | $1.8M | $1.5M | $11.8M | $251K |
| 2019 | $1.9M | $1.7M | $11.5M | $240K |
| 2018 | $1.8M | $1.6M | $11.2M | $201K |
| 2017 | $1.9M | $1.5M | $11.1M | $429K |
Community Evidence
External EvidenceIdentity
- GS ID
- AU-ABN-24616803717
- ABN
- 24616803717
- Sector
- community
- Financial Year
- 2023
Focus Areas
Board & Leadership (2)
- chair
- chair
Financials
- Revenue
- $1.3M
- Assets
- $11.7M
Method
- Match Confidence
- registry
- Cross-references
- 2 datasets
- Match Key
- ABN
- Relationships
- 18
Matched by Australian Business Number (ABN) — high confidence. This entity was found across multiple government datasets using the same ABN.
Data Sources
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