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THE TRUSTEE FOR THE READINGS FOUNDATION

FoundationRegistryABN 32531128460VIC
Relationships
6
Data Sources
2
Revenue
$123K
Tax Payable
—
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Data as of: 17 June 2026
Found in 2 systems—ACNC CharitiesFoundations

Giving Philosophy

The foundation prioritises practical, community-driven projects that address real needs among disadvantaged Victorians. It values organisations working directly at the grass-roots level, particularly those focused on literacy, education, and creative writing. Grants are awarded annually to organisations with DGR status or appropriate auspicement.

Wealth Source:Corporate foundation funded by a percentage of Readings Bookshop profits plus customer donations. Established by the chair of Readings as a sustainable giving vehicle tied to bookshop revenues.

Tips for Applicants

Applicants must be based in Victoria with DGR (Item 1) status or an appropriate auspice organisation. Contact Grants Officer Angela Crocombe before applying to discuss your project and ensure alignment with their focus on literacy, education, and disadvantaged communities.

Financial History (7 years)

YearRevenueExpensesAssetsSurplus
2023$123K$234K$914K$-56,956
2022$236K$307K$974K$-71,176
2021$175K$3K$1.0M$172K
2020$182K$152K$783K$30K
2019$237K$163K$754K$74K
2018$201K$148K$676K$53K
2017$359K$161K$641K$198K
0
Grants Given (AU)
$205K
0
Volunteers
5
Donations Received
$83K

Community Evidence

External Evidence

Identity

GS ID
AU-ABN-32531128460
ABN
32531128460
Sector
indigenous
Financial Year
2023

Focus Areas

Themes
indigenous
Geography
AU-VIC
Target Recipients
youthdisadvantagedindigenous
Beneficiaries
First NationsAdultsChildrenEthnic GroupsFamiliesFemalesFinancially DisadvantagedMalesMigrants & RefugeesHomelessness RiskYouth

Board & Leadership (3)

Financials

Revenue
$123K
Assets
$914K

Method

Match Confidence
registry
Cross-references
2 datasets
Match Key
ABN
Relationships
6

Matched by Australian Business Number (ABN) — high confidence. This entity was found across multiple government datasets using the same ABN.

Data Sources

ACNCFoundations

JusticeHub

External Link

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Location Intelligence

Postcode
3003
Locality
WEST MELBOURNE
Remoteness
Major Cities of Australia
SEIFA Disadvantage
Decile 8/10
LGA
Melbourne
SA2 Region
West Melbourne - Industrial
Entities in Area
174
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