National Trust Of Australia (Victoria)
Tips for Applicants
This is not a traditional grant-making foundation - it is an operational heritage conservation organisation. Rather than seeking grants, prospective partners should consider: (1) Restoration Appeals for heritage conservation projects requiring external fundraising support; (2) Partnership opportunities for conservation projects at their properties; (3) Volunteer and membership programs; (4) Bequest programs for planned giving. The organisation does not appear to have a formal application process for external grants as it focuses on direct service delivery.
Giving Philosophy
As a self-described community-based conservation organisation, the National Trust operates on a philosophy of hands-on stewardship rather than traditional grant-making. It believes in direct ownership and management of heritage places in perpetuity, community engagement through membership and volunteering, and generating most revenue through admissions, retail, memberships, and donations rather than government funding (less than 10% government-sourced). Their theory of change centers on direct conservation action, advocacy, and public education rather than distributing funds to external organisations.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $9.7M | $165.7M | $157.2M |
| FY2022 | — | $8.8M | $165.0M | $156.4M |
| FY2021 | — | $12.0M | $164.2M | $154.5M |
| FY2020 | — | $9.5M | $117.9M | $111.9M |
| FY2019 | — | $10.7M | $116.6M | $110.9M |
| FY2018 | — | $9.6M | $114.5M | $109.7M |
| FY2017 | — | $8.8M | $111.0M | $106.5M |
| 7yr total | Unknown | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||