The Trustee For The Queensland Trust For Nature
Tips for Applicants
QTFN primarily operates through its revolving fund model rather than traditional grant-making. Potential partners should consider: (1) Direct investment opportunities are available for those wanting to fund land acquisition; (2) Landholders interested in Nature Refuge declarations should contact QTFN directly as they assess properties for conservation value; (3) Corporate partnerships and project collaborations are possible for organisations aligned with biodiversity outcomes; (4) The trust values evidence-based approaches and partners with strong scientific expertise; (5) Given QTFN's national recognition and Queensland focus, local relationships with landholders and communities are highly valued.
Giving Philosophy
QTFN believes in creating mutually beneficial outcomes where productive land use (such as sustainable grazing or eco-tourism) can coexist with biodiversity conservation. Their theory of change centres on market-based mechanisms—using a revolving fund approach to continuously expand private protected areas without exhausting capital. They prioritise ecologically significant spaces, wildlife corridors, and threatened species habitat across Queensland, working collaboratively with landholders, Traditional Owners, government, and corporate partners to achieve permanent conservation outcomes while allowing compatible land uses.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $2.9M | $24.8M | $19.3M |
| FY2022 | — | $2.6M | $19.4M | $14.6M |
| FY2021 | — | $6.4M | $21.4M | $15.8M |
| FY2020 | — | $3.6M | $14.2M | $11.6M |
| FY2019 | — | $2.0M | $12.9M | $9.5M |
| FY2018 | — | $1.4M | $10.7M | $9.1M |
| FY2017 | — | $721K | $10.2M | $9.3M |
| 7yr total | Unknown | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (1)
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WIRES-Landcare Wildlife Relief and Recovery Grant
Wildlife relief grants for nest boxes, drinking stations and habitat supplementation
Program History (1)
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WIRES-Landcare Wildlife Relief and Recovery Grant
Wildlife relief grants for nest boxes, drinking stations and habitat supplementation