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Annual Giving
$2.3M

About

The Synod of the Diocese of Adelaide is an Anglican Church organisation that operates as a faith-based grantmaker supporting Christian ministry, theological education, and community services across South Australia and beyond. It manages a network of 75 worship centres, 59 parishes, 12 Anglican schools, and AnglicareSA (community support services), while also providing theological education through St Barnabas College and financial services to Christian organisations nationally.

Tips for Applicants

Organisations seeking support should align with Anglican Church values and demonstrate commitment to Christian ministry, community service, or theological education. Applications are most likely to succeed from entities within the Diocese of Adelaide network or Christian organisations seeking financial services or educational partnerships.

Giving Philosophy

As a diocesan organisation, this funder prioritises supporting Anglican Church ministry, discipleship development, and community engagement rooted in Christian values. It emphasises social justice advocacy, care for creation, community connection, and the sharing of the Gospel through its network of parishes, schools, and service organisations.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$184K
$14.3M$160.6M$69.6M
FY2022
$134K
$14.3M$159.1M$63.1M
FY2021
$160K
$10.8M$167.7M$65.1M
FY2020
$1.5M
$9.4M$145.4M$58.7M
FY2019
$2.1M
$8.6M$136.8M$56.4M
FY2018
$2.3M
$10.7M$126.3M$54.5M
FY2017
$1.7M
$8.8M$117.2M$49.4M
7yr total$8.1MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

religioneducationcommunitysocial-enterprise
Geographic
AU-SAAU-National
Recipients
religious organisationsAnglican parishes and worship centrestheological education institutionscommunity service organisationsChristian organisations

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
Church donations, parish contributions, investment income from Anglican Funds Management, and revenue from Anglican schools and theological college operations.

Board & Leadership

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Joseph Thorp
public officer
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Data Sources

Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 8 March 2026 (61 days ago)
Website scan updated: 6 March 2026 (63 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (64 days ago)
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