The National Assistance Fund
About
The National Assistance Fund is an Australian charitable foundation that provides grants to community organisations, health initiatives, educational programs, and social enterprises across Australia. It operates as a public charitable institution focused on delivering direct community benefit through targeted funding programs.
Tips for Applicants
As no website or public grant guidelines were identified, prospective applicants should contact the foundation directly through official ACNC registers to obtain current application procedures. Given the absence of publicly available program information, applicants should clearly demonstrate community impact, measurable outcomes, and alignment with health, education, or community service delivery when inquiring about funding opportunities.
Giving Philosophy
The National Assistance Fund appears to operate on a responsive giving model, supporting community, health, and education initiatives where additional funding can leverage existing programs and services. Their approach appears targeted at strengthening social infrastructure at the grassroots level, with a broad national mandate.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $27.3M | $44.8M | $98.5M | $98.5M |
| FY2022 | $21.2M | $28.1M | $81.7M | $81.5M |
| FY2021 | $12.2M | $53.7M | $75.1M | $75.1M |
| FY2020 | $25.1M | $42.1M | $32.6M | $32.6M |
| FY2019 | $19.6M | $33.8M | $15.9M | $15.9M |
| FY2018 | $22.1M | $17.3M | $1.9M | $1.9M |
| FY2017 | $17.1M $16.8M AU + $225K intl | $16.5M | $6.7M | $6.7M |
| 7yr total | $144.6M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||