Support Act Limited
About
Support Act Limited is an Australian philanthropic grantmaker dedicated to providing crisis relief, mental health, and wellbeing support to individuals and workplaces across the Australian music industry. They offer a range of services from grants for financial hardship to counselling helplines and mental health training programs.
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should clearly identify whether they are seeking individual support (crisis relief, funeral, tax help) or are a workplace seeking resources. First Nations applicants have dedicated support streams. Direct contact via the Wellbeing Helpline or First Nations Support Line is available for immediate mental health and wellbeing needs. Review the specific eligibility criteria for each grant or program.
Giving Philosophy
Support Act approaches giving with a focus on holistic wellbeing and crisis intervention for those in the Australian music industry. Their philosophy is rooted in providing immediate relief for individuals facing financial hardship, as well as fostering mentally healthy workplaces and offering preventative mental health programs. They demonstrate a strong commitment to First Nations peoples, acknowledging their role in music practices and offering culturally specific support.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $2.4M $2.3M AU + $28K intl | $3.8M | $4.9M | $4.2M |
| FY2022 | $31.1M $31.1M AU + $3K intl | $35.5M | $7.6M | $5.6M |
| FY2021 | $9.0M $8.4M AU + $578K intl | $14.5M | $15.4M | $5.2M |
| FY2020 | $1.4M $1.2M AU + $212K intl | $4.2M | $14.2M | $2.5M |
| FY2019 | $851K $849K AU + $2K intl | $1.7M | $1.2M | $702K |
| FY2018 | $909K | $1.8M | $740K | $564K |
| FY2017 | $397K | $990K | $506K | $410K |
| 7yr total | $45.9M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs (from website)
Crisis Relief Grants (Individual)
Financial assistance for individuals in the Australian music industry experiencing crisis.
Funeral Help (Individual)
Support for funeral expenses for individuals in the Australian music industry.
Tax Help (Individual)
Assistance with tax-related issues for individuals in the Australian music industry.
First Nations Crisis Relief Grants
Culturally appropriate financial assistance for First Nations individuals in the Australian music industry experiencing crisis.
First Nations Funeral Help
Culturally appropriate support for funeral expenses for First Nations individuals in the Australian music industry.
First Nations Tax Help
Culturally appropriate assistance with tax-related issues for First Nations individuals in the Australian music industry.
Wellbeing Helpline
24/7 mental health counselling for anyone in Australian music, live performing arts or screen.
First Nations Support Line
Dedicated support line for First Nations people in Australian music, live performing arts or screen.