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The Surf Life Saving Foundation

Concentration Risk
FoundationRegistryPBIABN 47945812553QLD
Relationships
128
Data Sources
2
Political Donations
$3.8M
Total Outbound
$3.8M
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Data as of: 8 May 2026
Found in 3 systems—Political DonationsACNC CharitiesFoundations

Political Donations ($3.8M)

A.C.N. 010 507 614 Pty Ltd
116 donations · 2014-15–2019-20
$3.8M

Giving Philosophy

Focused on achieving zero preventable deaths in Australian waters through sustainable funding of volunteer surf lifesaving services. Operates as a dedicated fundraising business unit within Surf Life Saving Australia, returning almost $11.9 million to Surf Life Saving entities in FY24/25. Prioritizes grassroots support through their Grant Seeking Unit, which assists local clubs with securing government and private grant funding at no cost. Maintains transparency with fundraising administration costs representing only 4.31% of total revenue in FY24/25.

Wealth Source:Fundraising entity - generates revenue through public donations, monthly giving programs, bequests, lottery ticket sales, corporate partnerships, and grant-making activities rather than from a specific wealth source

Tips for Applicants

The Foundation operates primarily as a fundraising entity that distributes funds to Surf Life Saving clubs and state entities rather than accepting external grant applications. Local Surf Life Saving clubs can access free support through the Grant Seeking Unit for help with securing external government and private grants. Contact the Grant Seeking Unit directly at (07) 3177 5855 to discuss club funding needs. For corporate partnerships or workplace giving programs, contact giving@sls.com.au or call 1800 642 925.

Programs & Opportunities (1)

Grant Seeking Unit Support
grant ·

Free grant research, writing, and application support for Surf Life Saving clubs seeking funding for equipment, youth development, community education, mental health initiatives, and capital works projects. Contact: (07) 3177 5855

Financial History (7 years)

YearRevenueExpensesAssetsSurplus
2023$46.2M$46.4M$15.1M$-142,478
2022$38.7M$38.1M$15.1M$613K
2021$33.3M$34.8M$14.4M$-1,491,317
2020$30.3M$30.5M$15.4M$-102,278
2019$33.7M$32.9M$12.3M$793K
2018$34.8M$33.7M$16.0M$1.1M
2017$35.8M$34.6M$14.2M$1.2M
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Grants Given (AU)
$7.5M
Staff (FTE)
44.3
0
Donations Received
$7.5M

Community Evidence

External Evidence

Identity

GS ID
AU-ABN-47945812553
ABN
47945812553
Financial Year
2023

Focus Areas

Geography
AU-QLD
Target Recipients
community
Purposes
Security
Beneficiaries
General Community

Board & Leadership (4)

  • Peter Agnew
    board member
  • Adam Weir
    director
  • Darrin Bragg
    director
  • Ian Fullagar
    secretary

Financials

Revenue
$46.2M
Assets
$15.1M

Method

Match Confidence
registry
Cross-references
2 datasets
Match Key
ABN
Relationships
128

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

Data Sources

ACNCFoundations

JusticeHub

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Location Intelligence

Postcode
4006
Locality
Newstead - Bowen Hills
Remoteness
Major Cities of Australia
SEIFA Disadvantage
Decile 9/10
LGA
Brisbane
SA2 Region
Newstead - Bowen Hills
Entities in Area
1,103
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