SEFA Partnerships Limited
About
SEFA Partnerships Limited is an Australian grant-making organisation that connects people, capital, and ideas to support impact-led organisations. Its mission is to address inequality at its roots and build a fairer, more inclusive Australia, primarily through learning and
Tips for Applicants
Emphasise how your organisation addresses systemic inequality and root causes of disadvantage. Highlight partnerships, collaborative approaches, and long-term impact potential. Given their values of Togetherness and Champion, demonstrate authentic community connection and willingness to work co-operatively. Their Queensland program (Backing the Bold) suggests interest in regional scaling.
Giving Philosophy
SEFA Partnerships takes a partnership-based approach, acting as a true collaborator rather than just a funder. They value long-term relationships, co-design, and support beyond capital. Their focus is on organisations addressing root causes of inequality, with emphasis on bold ideas that challenge mainstream systems. They prioritise integrity, accountability, and sustainable outcomes.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $292K | $1.2M | $1.3M | $416K |
| FY2022 | $458K | $782K | $630K | $399K |
| FY2021 | $1.1M | $1.6M | $573K | $383K |
| FY2020 | $35K | $294K | $758K | $60K |
| FY2019 | $119K | $272K | $245K | $66K |
| FY2018 | — | $290K | $313K | $96K |
| FY2017 | — | $115K | $85K | $52K |
| 7yr total | $2.0M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||