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Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K

Tips for Applicants

The Spotlight Foundation appears to support organizations that align with their thematic focus areas. Applicants should demonstrate a clear understanding of the foundation's mission and values, and explain how their project or initiative will contribute to creating positive change in the lives of vulnerable people in Australia.

Giving Philosophy

The Spotlight Foundation's approach to giving is centered around making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable people in Australia. They believe in supporting organizations that work towards creating positive change, particularly in the areas of education, empowerment, social cohesion, sustainability, and the arts. Their theory of change is rooted in the idea that by providing resources and opportunities, they can help individuals and communities thrive.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$1.6M
$1.8M$15.8M$15.7M
FY2022
$1.7M
$3.2M$15.8M$15.6M
FY2021
$1.1M
$2.7M$14.1M$14.1M
FY2020
$1.2M
$893K$12.9M$12.7M
FY2019
$736K
$1.5M$13.0M$13.0M
FY2018
$983K
$1.8M$12.5M$12.3M
FY2017
$797K
$971K$11.2M$11.2M
7yr total$8.2MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

artshealthcommunity
Geographic
AU-VIC
Recipients
youthageddisadvantageddisability

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The founder(s) of the Spotlight Foundation made their money through the retail industry, specifically through the growth and success of the Spotlight Group, which operates multiple retail brands, including Spotlight, Anaconda, Mountain Designs, and Harris Scarfe.

Board & Leadership

Avi Gilboa
director
ACNC
ISAAC FRIED
director
ACNC
ACNC
MORRY FRAID
director
ACNC
ACNC
Leigh Gratzer
secretary
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 11 March 2026 (98 days ago)
Website pages scraped: 5
Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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