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Mental Health Foundation (ACT) Limited
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should demonstrate clear alignment with mental health promotion in the ACT, show evidence of impact on vulnerable populations, and emphasize community-based approaches. Given the foundation's medium annual giving of $100,000, organizations should present well-defined, achievable project proposals with measurable outcomes.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation focuses on supporting mental health initiatives that address the needs of vulnerable and disadvantaged populations in the ACT region. As a corporate foundation, it likely prioritizes evidence-based programs and community-based approaches to mental health support.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $2.1M | $1.2M | $799K |
| FY2022 | — | $2.2M | $1.5M | $990K |
| FY2021 | — | $2.7M | $1.9M | $1.1M |
| FY2020 | — | $2.4M | $1.1M | $636K |
| FY2019 | — | $1.9M | $858K | $531K |
| FY2018 | — | $1.6M | $743K | $542K |
| FY2017 | — | $1.5M | $899K | $692K |
| 7yr total | Unknown | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
indigenous
Geographic
AU-ACT
Recipients
youthdisadvantageddisabilityindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Classified as a corporate foundation, the foundation's wealth is derived from corporate sources, likely through organizational funding or sponsorships related to mental health advocacy and services in the ACT region.
Board & Leadership
Brien Hallett
officeholder
ACNC
Christopher Ward
secretary
ACNC
Jo Shapley
board member
ACNC
Lynette Murphy
board member
ACNC
Natalie Truong
board member
ACNC
Timothy Kapustin
officeholder
ACNC
Xiaoshuai Han
board member
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 10 March 2026 (59 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (70 days ago)
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