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Mrael Limited
High
Annual Giving
$2.7M
Endowment
$33.5M
Giving Ratio
0.98%
About
Mrael Limited is a Private Ancillary Fund (PAF) established in 1999 by the Hornibrook family. It operates as a grantmaker, providing financial support to various Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR 1) charities across Australia.
Tips for Applicants
Mrael Limited explicitly states on its website that it does not accept unsolicited applications. Potential applicants should not send proposals unless specifically invited by the foundation.
Giving Philosophy
As a Private Ancillary Fund, Mrael Limited likely adopts a proactive and strategic approach to philanthropy, with the Hornibrook family directors identifying and engaging with eligible charities they wish to support directly, rather than accepting unsolicited applications.
Giving History
2023
$2.7M
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $1.0M | $67.4M | $38.1M | $24.7M |
| FY2022 | $2.7M | $54.3M | $34.8M | $21.6M |
| FY2021 | $2.6M | $47.5M | $26.9M | $14.3M |
| FY2020 | — | $22.5M | $12.3M | $6.7M |
| FY2019 | — | $20.8M | $8.9M | $-3,216,878 |
| FY2018 | — | $17.0M | $6.1M | $-4,176,509 |
| FY2017 | — | $14.1M | $4.6M | $-4,886,796 |
| 7yr total | $6.3M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
educationhealthcommunityartsenvironmentyouthdisability
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
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Financial Details
Source of Wealth
The wealth funding the foundation originates from the Hornibrook family, which has a historical background in engineering and construction (notably Hornibrook Construction) and significant ongoing involvement in property development.
Revenue Sources
property, inherited
Board & Leadership
David Clifford Power
chair
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Andrew Russell HORNIBROOK
director
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Christine Zechowski
director
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Margaret Rose HORNIBROOK
director
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Melissa Ann HORNIBROOK
director
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Nicolas West
director
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Poul Bottern
director
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Russell Francis HORNIBROOK
director
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Profile quality: high
Foundation profile updated: 6 March 2026 (70 days ago)
Website scan updated: 6 March 2026 (70 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (71 days ago)
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