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Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M

Tips for Applicants

Note: Lung Foundation Australia is an operating charity that provides services and funds research, not a traditional grantmaking foundation. They invest in research through programs like the Hope Research Fund which supports early career researchers in pulmonary fibrosis and lung disease. Those seeking support should contact their Lung Health Helpline for patient services, or inquire about research funding opportunities through their research team. They value lived experience and co-design approaches, particularly with priority populations.

Giving Philosophy

Invests in lung health research, particularly supporting early career researchers through programs like the Hope Research Fund. Prioritizes lived experience in all decision-making, focusing on equity for priority populations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, rural/remote communities, and those with chronic lung conditions. Emphasizes preventative health, early detection, and reducing stigma around lung disease.

Notable Grants

Multi-million dollar investment in lung health research since 2020, including support for PhD students and early career researchers through Hope Research Fund
Projected to help save 12,000 lives through advocacy leading to Australia's first National Lung Cancer Screening Program

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$2.4M
$10.5M$11.2M$6.2M
FY2022
$1.6M
$9.2M$10.2M$6.1M
FY2021
$498K
$6.2M$12.0M$7.6M
FY2020
$639K
$8.8M$9.6M$5.3M
FY2019
$962K
$7.1M$6.6M$2.4M
FY2018
$546K
$6.7M$5.8M$1.9M
FY2017
$696K
$6.4M$6.4M$2.1M
7yr total$7.3MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

healthindigenous
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
communityyouthageddisabilityrural remoteindigenous

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
Not applicable - this is an operating charity/health foundation, not a philanthropic foundation that makes grants from wealth. Revenue comes from government grants, donations, bequests, sponsorships, and fundraising events.

Board & Leadership

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Data Sources

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Foundation profile updated: 24 April 2026 (54 days ago)
Website pages scraped: 5
Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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