Sydney Catholic Schools Trust

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Trust|ABN 26158447082|sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au ACNC Register →

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Annual Giving

$500K

Grant Range

$10K – $5.0M

Programs

3 (3 open)

Tips for Applicants

Applicants should review the trust's website and annual reports to understand their funding priorities and application process. They should also demonstrate a clear alignment with the trust's values and mission.

Giving Philosophy

The trust's approach to giving is centered around supporting Catholic education, with a focus on providing funding for programs and initiatives that promote academic excellence, faith formation, and community engagement. Their theory of change is likely rooted in the Catholic values of compassion, justice, and service.

ACNC Financial History

Year	Grants Given	Revenue	Total Assets	Net Assets
FY2023	—	$1.4B	$2.8B	$1.4B
FY2022	—	$1.3B	$2.7B	$2.1B
FY2021	—	$1.2B	$2.7B	$2.1B
FY2020	—	$1.1B	$2.5B	$1.9B
FY2019	—	$1.1B	$2.4B	$1.9B
FY2018	—	$1.0B	$2.2B	$1.8B
FY2017	—	—	$100	$100
7yr total	Unknown	Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs & Opportunities (3)

3 open · sorted by deadline · last checked 28 February 2026 (115 days ago)

Catholic Education Foundation Teaching Scholarship

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Teaching scholarships supported by the Catholic Education Foundation

Eligibility: Year 12 students from specific Catholic schools in NSW can apply

How to apply: Applicants must provide their Year 12 Semester 1 Report and submit the application form via the APPLY NOW button

$5K – $5KCloses 21/06/2026Apply →

Future Teacher Scholarship

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Scholarships for students undertaking initial teacher education

Eligibility: Open to Year 12 students entering a NESA-Accredited Initial Teacher Education program at an Australian University, with priority given to students seeking to teach in high demand areas.

How to apply: Applicants must provide an introductory video, CV, references, and school reports, and can apply through the provided link.

$22K – $22KApply →

Excellence in Initial Teacher Education Scholarship

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Scholarships for high-performing teacher education students

Eligibility: Open to high-performing Initial Teacher Education students currently enrolled in a Master of Teaching who have passed both elements of LANTITE, have successful Professional Experience Placement reports, and recommendations from their current Principal/employer and Professional Experience Supervising Teacher.

How to apply: Apply online through Sydney Catholic Schools' PHRIS portal. Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, principal/supervising teacher/employer recommendation, academic transcript, and a second reference. Applications reopen in 2026.

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