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Estia Foundation Of Australia
Low
Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Tips for Applicants
Estia Foundation does not offer grants to external organizations. Individuals seeking support must be NDIS participants with SIL or STA funding in their plans. Services are provided directly by Estia staff. For assistance, contact the office directly to request an assessment.
Giving Philosophy
Estia does not operate as a traditional grant-making foundation. Instead, they directly provide disability support services and have invested approximately $10 million of their own capital into building and operating group homes. Their approach focuses on person-centered care, family support, and enabling individuals with disabilities to live independently in the community.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $6K | $6.7M | $12.2M | $9.8M |
| FY2022 | — | $6.4M | $11.9M | $9.8M |
| FY2021 | — | $6.4M | $10.9M | $9.1M |
| FY2020 | — | $5.2M | $9.0M | $7.8M |
| FY2019 | — | $3.9M | $7.4M | $6.6M |
| FY2018 | — | $3.9M | $7.1M | $6.4M |
| FY2017 | — | $4.2M | $6.8M | $6.1M |
| 7yr total | $6K | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
community
Geographic
AU-NSW
Recipients
ageddisability
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
The organization was established as an initiative of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia. Funding comes from NDIS participant packages (Supported Independent Living and Short Term Accommodation) and tax-deductible donations from the Greek-Australian community. They are not a wealth-generating commercial entity.
Board & Leadership
CHRISTINA SCALONE
director
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Metty Cassimatis
director
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Nicolaou Paul
director
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Helen Tzikas
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Foundation profile updated: 24 April 2026 (18 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (75 days ago)
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