THE TRUSTEE FOR THE CAMERON FOUNDATION

Board Interlocks (2 shared directors)

Giving Philosophy

The foundation maintains a consistent annual giving program of approximately $700,000-$900,000, supporting a core set of reputable NGOs and charities across multiple years. They demonstrate long-term commitment to grantees, with many organizations receiving continuous support spanning several years. Their focus areas span humanitarian aid, health, education, and human rights, with particular emphasis on refugee causes and community organizations. They also make smaller arts donations but view these as secondary to their primary humanitarian mission.

Tips for Applicants

Focus on demonstrating measurable impact and organizational track record. The foundation prefers established NGOs with proven track records rather than small startups. Emphasize how your organization aligns with their core themes of humanitarian aid, refugee support, or education. Multi-year impact data and clear outcomes measurement would strengthen applications. Given their pattern of sustained support to existing grantees, building a relationship over time may be beneficial.

Notable Grants

• $255,000 to Talent Beyond Boundaries for Australian government pilot
• $100,000+ to Talent Beyond Boundaries for regional settlement pilots
• $90,000 to The Smith Family (untied + scholarships)
• $80,000 to The Smith Family in 2024-25
• $76,348 to University of Melbourne for Stateless Children Legal Clinic
• $65,000 to Save The Children annually
• $40,000 to Amnesty International annually
• $40,000 to Red Cross annually
• $40,000 to MSF annually
• $40,000 to UNICEF annually
• $30,000 to UNHCR annually
• $30,000 to Fitzroy Stars (Hands on Health) for indigenous projects

Financial History (7 years)