ECSTRA FOUNDATION LIMITED
Tips for Applicants
Ecstra Foundation proactively sources financial capability project partners and is generally not seeking unsolicited requests for support. [17] However, they are open to answering financial capability and general inquiries. Potential partners should align with their focus on financial education and capability at key life stages, improving community financial wellbeing, and addressing structural barriers to financial inclusion and economic security. They work with diverse partners including charities, community organizations, social enterprises, and researchers, often on a multi-year basis. [17, 18, 19]
Giving Philosophy
Ecstra Foundation takes a systems approach to grant-making, focusing on partnerships, programs, and people to build financial capability and wellbeing. They evaluate and share outcomes and insights to drive effective financial education. The foundation supports consumer organizations, community legal services, financial counselling bodies, sector peaks, and front-line service providers to address structural barriers to financial inclusion. [17, 18] They also work directly in communities, schools, and other learning environments to design, deliver, and measure financial education initiatives. Ecstra advocates for the crucial role of financial wellbeing in overall health to influence policy and drive systemic change. [18] They prioritize accessible and inclusive programs, often focusing on those in lower socio-economic areas and regional/rural locations. [4, 19]
Notable Grants
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $6.4M | $1.4M | $49.1M | $42.6M |
| FY2022 | $6.4M | $697K | $56.3M | $50.1M |
| FY2021 | $5.4M | $924K | $66.3M | $61.9M |
| FY2020 | $7.0M | $1.1M | $71.7M | $67.2M |
| FY2019 | $3.2M | $77.4M | $77.5M | $73.8M |
| 5yr total | $28.5M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (12)
8 open · 4 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 21 April 2026 (50 days ago)
Building Community Financial Capability
This grant round empowered communities to create and scale initiatives which address issues of financial capability, inclusion and economic equality at a local level.
Financial Wellbeing And Ageing Well Grants
These grants focused on financial wellbeing for older people.
Response And Recovery Grants
This grant round aimed to assist community organisations during COVID-19.
Women's Economic Security Project Grant
This grant round supported charities and social enterprises building financial wellbeing through innovative employment opportunities and tailored support for women.
Money Mentor Program (Ecstra Foundation Partnership)
Ecstra's funding supports the expansion of Christians Against Poverty's (CAP) Money Mentor program, which trains and supports volunteers to operate as financial capability workers in community outreach.
Consumer Care Financial Services
Supports organizations working to improve consumer outcomes and assist individuals in financial need. [5, 19]
Money Lessons for Life Education Partnerships
Partnerships to develop and deliver financial education in schools, at home, and other learning environments, ensuring broad access to money skills and financial planning. [5, 19]
Strong Communities Grants
Grants focused on building financial capability within communities, particularly for those experiencing financial stress or disadvantage, including initiatives creating employment pathways and embedding financial education alongside job training. [10]
Talk Money Financial Literacy in Action Awards
These awards recognise and reward Kindergarten to Year 12 educators in Australia who implement innovative classroom approaches to help students strengthen their financial literacy skills. Each winning school receives a prize of $2,500.
$20 Boss (Ecstra Foundation Partnership)
A structured classroom-based program, supported by Ecstra's multi-year partnership with Young Change Agents, that equips young people with critical financial skills by guiding them through the creation of micro businesses with purpose.
Financial Wellbeing Program (Ecstra Foundation Partnership)
A bespoke program funded by Ecstra that helps social enterprises embed financial education into their support models, aiming to help people gain confidence and skills to control their finances.
Super Consumers Australia Capacity Funding (Ecstra Foundation Partnership)
Multi-year capacity funding provided by Ecstra to support Super Consumers Australia's consumer-focused policy work and practical guidance for people seeking information on retirement topics.
Program History (12)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
$20 Boss (Ecstra Foundation Partnership)
A structured classroom-based program, supported by Ecstra's multi-year partnership with Young Change Agents, that equips young people with critical financial skills by guiding them through the creation of micro.
Building Community Financial Capability
This grant round empowered communities to create and scale initiatives which address issues of financial capability, inclusion and economic equality at a local level.
Consumer Care Financial Services
Supports organizations working to improve consumer outcomes and assist individuals in financial need. [5, 19]
Financial Wellbeing Program (Ecstra Foundation Partnership)
A bespoke program funded by Ecstra that helps social enterprises embed financial education into their support models, aiming to help people gain confidence and skills to control their finances.
Money Lessons for Life Education Partnerships
Partnerships to develop and deliver financial education in schools, at home, and other learning environments, ensuring broad access to money skills and financial planning. [5, 19]
Response And Recovery Grants
This grant round aimed to assist community organisations during COVID-19.
Strong Communities Grants
Grants focused on building financial capability within communities, particularly for those experiencing financial stress or disadvantage, including initiatives creating employment pathways and embedding financial.
Super Consumers Australia Capacity Funding (Ecstra Foundation Partnership)
Multi-year capacity funding provided by Ecstra to support Super Consumers Australia's consumer-focused policy work and practical guidance for people seeking information on retirement topics.
Talk Money Financial Literacy in Action Awards
These awards recognise and reward Kindergarten to Year 12 educators across Australia who inspire their students to be confident in managing money through innovative classroom approaches that help strengthen financial.
Women's Economic Security Project Grant
This grant round supported charities and social enterprises building financial wellbeing through innovative employment opportunities and tailored support for women.
Financial Wellbeing And Ageing Well Grants
These grants focused on financial wellbeing for older people.
Money Mentor Program (Ecstra Foundation Partnership)
Ecstra's funding supports the expansion of Christians Against Poverty's (CAP) Money Mentor program, which trains and supports volunteers to operate as financial capability workers in community outreach.