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Australian ARBS Education & Research Foundation Limited
Low
Annual Giving
$25K
Grant Range
$1K – $100K
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should demonstrate how their education, training, or research directly addresses industry needs and challenges in HVAC&R. Proposals should be practical, time-bound (ideally 12 months or less), and clearly articulate how they will contribute to industry productivity, competitiveness, or innovation.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation prioritises practical, outcomes-focused support that addresses real industry gaps and challenges. It values education and training as critical drivers of industry productivity and competitiveness, and seeks to fund projects with clear, achievable timelines (typically 12 months) that solve contemporary problems in the air-conditioning and refrigeration sector.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $31K | $150K | $166K | $165K |
| FY2022 | $63K | — | $149K | $140K |
| FY2021 | $38K | — | $149K | $145K |
| FY2020 | $96K | $107 | $253K | $229K |
| FY2019 | $60K | $450K | $360K | $357K |
| FY2018 | $57K | $70K | $22K | $18K |
| FY2017 | $40K | $65K | $38K | $36K |
| 7yr total | $383K | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
education
Geographic
AU-VIC
Recipients
communityyouth
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Corporate foundation, likely funded by or associated with the air-conditioning and refrigeration building services industry.
Board & Leadership
Brett Fairweather
director
ACNC
Gregory Picker
director
ACNC
Simon Bradwell
director
ACNC
Christopher Wright
board member
ACNC
David Eynon
secretary
ACNC
Jason Monty
board member
ACNC
Mikaila Ganado
board member
ACNC
Pamela Rogers
board member
ACNC
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Foundation profile updated: 9 March 2026 (100 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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