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Annual Giving
$14.6M

About

The National Australia Day Council (NADC) is an Australian government initiative dedicated to promoting the significance of Australia Day and fostering national pride and unity. It provides grants and funding to various organizations and community initiatives that align with its vision of celebrating Australian culture and values.

Tips for Applicants

Potential applicants should focus on projects that enhance national pride and foster community spirit. Clear articulation of how initiatives align with Australia Day's values will strengthen proposals.

Giving Philosophy

The NADC believes in empowering communities and organizations through strategic funding that promotes Australian identity and citizenship. Their theory of change focuses on fostering community engagement and inclusivity by supporting initiatives that celebrate the rich diversity of Australia.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$8.2M
$23.6M$3.0M$1.4M
FY2022
$14.6M
$36.2M$3.2M$1.3M
FY2021
$13.9M
$33.9M$2.3M$1.1M
FY2020
$16.8M$4.6M$932K
FY2019
$1.5M
$6.7M$1.2M$798K
FY2018
$1.5M
$7.1M$2.7M$790K
FY2017
$1.4M
$6.6M$2.6M$1.1M
7yr total$41.1MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

community
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
nfpcommunity org

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The foundation is funded by the Australian government, which allocates resources for various national cultural and community programs under the auspices of the council.
Revenue Sources
inherited

Board & Leadership

ACNC
Alison Page
director
ACNC
ACNC
Denita Wawn
director
ACNC
Nikki Govan
director
ACNC
Anna Meares
board member
ACNC
ACNC
Trudy Lin
board member
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: medium
Foundation profile updated: 6 March 2026 (64 days ago)
Website scan updated: 3 May 2026 (5 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (65 days ago)
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