CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF PARRAMATTA SERVICES LTD
About
Catholic Diocese of Parramatta Services Ltd (Community Ventures) is a not-for-profit agency that expands the pastoral outreach of the Parramatta Diocese by creating sustainable, accountable enterprises serving children and families. It operates early learning, school age care, and vacation care programs across over 40 Western Sydney primary schools under the Ambrose brand, generating reliable financial support for charitable works while serving families from Parramatta to the mountains.
Tips for Applicants
As this organization primarily operates service enterprises rather than traditional grantmaking, opportunities would likely be through partnership arrangements with schools or parishes seeking to deliver early childhood or OSHC services. Approach with clear alignment to Catholic educational values and demonstrated capacity for quality community service delivery in Western Sydney.
Giving Philosophy
The organization approaches its mission by creating financially sustainable enterprises that generate revenue to support charitable works within the Diocese. It values transparency, strong governance, and Christ-centred service delivery that is inclusive of all community members regardless of religious belief, embodying Catholic values of Respect, Encouragement and Care.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $1.5M | $33.0M | $9.7M | $3.9M |
| FY2022 | — | $24.2M | $8.3M | $1.4M |
| FY2021 | — | $9.3M | $3.8M | $-1,256,173 |
| 3yr total | $1.5M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||