ActivateUTS
About
ActivateUTS is a philanthropic initiative of the University of Technology Sydney that supports innovation, entrepreneurship, and social impact projects. It provides grants and funding to advance research, startups, and community-driven solutions, with a particular focus on technology-enabled social enterprises and emerging ventures that address contemporary challenges.
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should emphasise technology integration, social impact potential, and scalability in proposals. Strong alignment with UTS research strengths and demonstrated community or market need will strengthen applications to this funder.
Giving Philosophy
ActivateUTS prioritises funding innovative projects that leverage technology and entrepreneurial approaches to create social and economic impact. The foundation values collaboration with UTS and supports ventures that demonstrate scalability, sustainability, and alignment with contemporary societal needs.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $1.3M | $15.8M | $13.5M | $10.8M |
| FY2022 | $1.7M | $14.6M | $13.8M | $11.5M |
| FY2021 | $1.0M | $8.2M | $15.8M | $13.9M |
| FY2020 | $815K | $7.9M | $18.8M | $17.0M |
| FY2019 | $2.1M | $16.0M | $22.0M | $19.6M |
| FY2018 | $2.5M | $12.1M | $21.0M | $19.4M |
| FY2017 | $2.0M | $14.2M | $20.5M | $19.1M |
| 7yr total | $11.5M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||