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Johnston Foundation
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Tips for Applicants
Align proposals with the foundation's dual focus on health and education, and consider how your organization serves youth, children, families, or aged persons—particularly in underserved or Aboriginal communities. Applications should demonstrate impact across one or more of the foundation's operating states (NSW, QLD, SA, WA, NT).
Giving Philosophy
The foundation prioritizes health and education as pathways to improving outcomes across the lifespan, from early childhood through aged care. It demonstrates a commitment to supporting vulnerable and underrepresented populations, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, across multiple states.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $801K | $1.7M | $13.8M | $13.8M |
| FY2022 | $710K | $1.8M | $12.5M | $12.5M |
| FY2021 | $470K | $1.5M | $11.8M | $11.8M |
| FY2020 | $420K | $2.4M | $10.1M | $10.1M |
| FY2019 | $260K | $3.3M | $8.2M | $8.2M |
| FY2018 | $200K | $1.3M | $5.1M | $5.1M |
| FY2017 | — | $4.0M | $4.0M | $4.0M |
| 7yr total | $2.9M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
educationhealthindigenous
Geographic
AU-NSWAU-NTAU-QLDAU-SAAU-WA
Recipients
youthagedindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Corporate foundation, suggesting funding derived from a corporate entity or business interests.
Board & Leadership
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 14 April 2026 (24 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (70 days ago)
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