DAREBIN ENTERPRISE CENTRE LIMITED
Concentration RiskAbout
DAREBIN ENTERPRISE CENTRE LIMITED, operating as Melbourne Innovation Centre (MIC), is a not-for-profit business incubator dedicated to supporting startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). They provide tailored programs, co-working spaces, mentorship, and training to foster innovation and economic development within Victoria.
Top Contracts (2)
Giving Philosophy
Melbourne Innovation Centre's philosophy centers on direct enablement and hands-on support for entrepreneurs and businesses. Rather than providing traditional financial grants to other non-profits, they 'grant' access to resources, expertise, and a supportive ecosystem. Their theory of change is that by nurturing innovative businesses, they contribute significantly to job creation, economic growth, and regional prosperity.
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should be startups or small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking business incubation, mentorship, training, and workspace, rather than direct cash grants. Submissions should demonstrate innovation, growth potential, and a clear alignment with fostering economic development. Focus on how MIC's programs and resources can directly support your business's specific needs and milestones.
Social Enterprise
Enterprise centre providing education and employment services to disadvantaged groups; likely trades training/employment services while reinvesting revenue into mission delivery
Financial History (3 years)
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Surplus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4.5M | $4.8M | $4.8M | $-273,598 |
| 2022 | $7.8M | $6.7M | $6.6M | $1.1M |
| 2021 | $9.3M | $6.9M | $4.8M | $2.4M |
Community Evidence
External EvidenceIdentity
- GS ID
- AU-ABN-55078961707
- ABN
- 55078961707
- Sector
- community
- Financial Year
- 2023
Focus Areas
Board & Leadership (16)
- chair
- director
- director
- director
- director
- director
- director
- director
- director
- secretary
- trustee
- trustee
- trustee
- trustee
- trustee
- trustee
Financials
- Revenue
- $4.5M
- Assets
- $4.8M
Method
- Match Confidence
- registry
- Cross-references
- 2 datasets
- Match Key
- ABN
- Relationships
- 44
Matched by Australian Business Number (ABN) — high confidence. This entity was found across multiple government datasets using the same ABN.
Data Sources
JusticeHub
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View on JusticeHubLocation Intelligence
- Postcode
- 3121
- Locality
- RICHMOND EAST
- Remoteness
- Major Cities of Australia
- SEIFA Disadvantage
- Decile 8/10
- LGA
- Yarra
- SA2 Region
- Richmond (South) - Cremorne
- Entities in Area
- 889
Disability Market Context
NDIS LayerThis organisation shows disability-related delivery signals. The strategic question is whether it sits inside a resilient market, a thin market, or a captured market where large providers take most of the money and local alternatives are scarce.