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Sacred Heart Education Ministry
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Annual Giving
$1.5M
About
The Sacred Heart Education Ministry is an Australian grantmaker, part of the international Society of the Sacred Heart (RSCJ), operating within the North East Asia Australia New Zealand (NEANZ) province. Its mission is to 'Discover & Make Known the Love of God' through supporting education, promoting justice and peace, and providing spiritual and practical care for suffering communities globally.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation's giving is deeply rooted in its Catholic charism, emphasizing faith, prayer, and active compassion. It seeks to support initiatives that promote education, justice, peace, and unity,
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $600K | $2.4M | $150.2M | $150.2M |
| FY2022 | $650K | $2.1M | $146.4M | $146.3M |
| FY2021 | $577K | $2.0M | $149.2M | $149.1M |
| FY2020 | $1.5M | $1.3M | $144.4M | $144.4M |
| FY2019 | $1.3M | $2.0M | $143.2M | $143.2M |
| FY2018 | $894K | $2.7M | $137.4M | $137.4M |
| FY2017 | $1.2M | $2.6M | $137.9M | $137.8M |
| 7yr total | $6.8M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
educationreligioncommunityinternational
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
Religious orders (specifically the Society of the Sacred Heart and its members)Educational initiatives aligned with their charismCommunities experiencing injustice, suffering, or in need of peace and support
Board & Leadership
ALEXANDRA SEELENMEYER
director
ACNC
Caroline Pidcock
director
ACNC
Robert Rae
director
ACNC
Stephen McAuley
director
ACNC
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Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 7 March 2026 (101 days ago)
Website scan updated: 22 April 2026 (55 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (104 days ago)
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