Hawthorn Football Club Foundation
Tips for Applicants
This is primarily a fundraising entity rather than a grantmaking foundation - it raises funds for the Hawthorn Football Club's community programs rather than distributing grants to external organizations. Focus is on the Kennedy Community Centre development (opened 2025), Indigenous programs reflecting the club's history with communities in Tasmania and Northern Territory, and inclusion initiatives. The Foundation operates the Hawks Museum (free admission, open weekdays 9am-5pm at 94 Tootal Road, Dingley Village). Those seeking support should align proposals with the club's community engagement priorities in Victoria, Tasmania, and Northern Territory, particularly Indigenous reconciliation and disability inclusion.
Giving Philosophy
The Foundation focuses on leveraging sport as a vehicle for community development and social inclusion. Their approach emphasizes creating accessible, multi-purpose facilities that serve both elite athletes (AFL/AFLW teams) and the broader community, with particular attention to Indigenous reconciliation, disability inclusion through The Inclusion Project, and providing opportunities for disadvantaged youth.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $950K | $1.1M | $12.3M | $12.3M |
| FY2022 | — | $1.0M | $12.2M | $11.7M |
| FY2021 | $1.6M | $981K | $11.1M | $10.6M |
| FY2020 | — | $1.0M | $11.7M | $11.2M |
| FY2019 | — | $3.2M | $10.7M | $10.3M |
| FY2018 | — | $2.8M | $7.5M | $7.2M |
| FY2017 | $13K | $2.7M | $4.7M | $4.6M |
| 7yr total | $2.5M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||