The Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas
About
The Judith Neilson Institute for Journalism and Ideas is an Australian philanthropic foundation established in late 2018 by Judith Neilson with an endowment of at least $100 million. It aims to support and celebrate quality journalism and storytelling, both in Australia and internationally, through grants, education programs, and events.
Tips for Applicants
The Institute supports specific projects through grants, with a focus on public interest journalism, investigative reporting, and international coverage, particularly in the Asian region. They collaborate with existing journalism schools and news organisations, both traditional and emerging. Applicants should demonstrate how their projects will contribute to creating new and higher-quality journalism, potentially focusing on underrepresented voices or communities.
Giving Philosophy
The Institute's approach to giving is focused on encouraging and supporting quality, evidence-based, and public interest journalism. It provides resources to help journalists and media organisations develop skills and knowledge, with an emphasis on creating new and higher-quality journalism that might not otherwise be produced. The founder, Judith Neilson, aims to support stories that need to be told to a wider audience, including non-English speaking communities and those in regional areas.
Notable Grants
Giving History
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $1.2M $860K AU + $362K intl | $171K | $42.5M | $42.3M |
| FY2022 | $3.9M $3.2M AU + $727K intl | $10.2M | $47.5M | $45.9M |
| FY2021 | $2.4M $2.1M AU + $302K intl | $5.1M | $46.8M | $46.0M |
| FY2020 | $2.2M $2.1M AU + $116K intl | $16.0M | $50.6M | $48.6M |
| FY2019 | $437K | $45.0M | $41.1M | $38.8M |
| 5yr total | $10.2M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||