Perry Cross Spinal Research Foundation Limited
Tips for Applicants
This is not a typical grant-making foundation open to applications. Funding is directed almost exclusively to the Spinal Injury Project at Griffith University under Prof James St John. The foundation operates as a fundraising vehicle for a specific research program rather than a passive funder. Interested researchers or organisations would need to align with the cell transplantation and rehabilitation trial approach or contribute in complementary ways.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation operates with a 'everything is possible' ethos, believing that curing paralysis is a matter of when, not if. They take a venture philanthropy approach, concentrating significant resources into one groundbreaking research program with clear milestones (pre-clinical to human trials) rather than spreading grants across many recipients. They actively seek matching funds and leverage government grants to multiply donor impact.
Notable Grants
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $769K | $2.1M | $2.0M | $2.0M |
| FY2022 | $329K | $1.5M | $1.5M | $1.4M |
| FY2021 | $731K | $1.1M | $1.0M | $987K |
| FY2020 | $87K | $638K | $1.1M | $1.1M |
| FY2019 | $309K | $1.0M | $913K | $904K |
| FY2018 | $261K | $955K | $830K | $806K |
| FY2017 | $248K | $835K | $679K | $600K |
| 7yr total | $2.7M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||