THE TRUSTEE FOR THE CAMERON FOUNDATION
Tips for Applicants
Focus on demonstrating measurable impact and organizational track record. The foundation prefers established NGOs with proven track records rather than small startups. Emphasize how your organization aligns with their core themes of humanitarian aid, refugee support, or education. Multi-year impact data and clear outcomes measurement would strengthen applications. Given their pattern of sustained support to existing grantees, building a relationship over time may be beneficial.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation maintains a consistent annual giving program of approximately $700,000-$900,000, supporting a core set of reputable NGOs and charities across multiple years. They demonstrate long-term commitment to grantees, with many organizations receiving continuous support spanning several years. Their focus areas span humanitarian aid, health, education, and human rights, with particular emphasis on refugee causes and community organizations. They also make smaller arts donations but view these as secondary to their primary humanitarian mission.
Notable Grants
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $751K $486K AU + $265K intl | $776K | $1.3M | $1.3M |
| FY2022 | $632K $402K AU + $230K intl | $761K | $1.3M | $1.3M |
| FY2021 | $740K $368K AU + $372K intl | $893K | $1.2M | $1.2M |
| FY2020 | $75K | $63K | $943K | $943K |
| FY2019 | $55K | $64K | $1.0M | $1.0M |
| FY2018 | $57K | $45K | $1.0M | $1.0M |
| FY2017 | $543K | $667K | $1.0M | $1.0M |
| 7yr total | $2.9M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||