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Yinhawangka Charitable Trust
Low
Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Tips for Applicants
Organizations should demonstrate clear alignment with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community priorities and have established presence in WA rural/remote or disadvantaged areas. Proposals addressing health, education, cultural preservation, or social welfare outcomes for target populations will be most competitive.
Giving Philosophy
The trust prioritizes support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and disadvantaged populations in Western Australia, with a commitment to reconciliation and holistic community development. Its broad mandate across health, education, culture, and social welfare suggests a comprehensive approach to addressing systemic inequities and supporting self-determination.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $11.5M | $21.3M | $104.8M | $104.1M |
| FY2022 | $10.0M | $22.1M | $93.0M | $92.5M |
| FY2021 | $7.1M | $26.5M | $87.8M | $87.0M |
| FY2020 | $6.8M | $17.7M | $64.2M | $63.5M |
| FY2019 | $7.9M | $17.2M | $55.0M | $54.9M |
| FY2018 | $10.7M | $13.2M | $47.5M | $47.2M |
| FY2017 | $6.4M | $13.3M | $44.8M | $44.6M |
| 7yr total | $60.6M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
artseducationhealthindigenouscommunity
Geographic
AU-WA
Recipients
disadvantagedrural remoteindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Unknown; likely community or family-based given the trust structure and focus on Aboriginal community benefit.
Board & Leadership
Peter Hay
chair
ACNC
Catherine Leahy
director
ACNC
Marshall Baillieu
director
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Michael Baillieu
director
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Peter Michell
director
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Peter Yates
director
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Rupert Myer
director
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Sidney Myer
director
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Nicola Davis
board member
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Foundation profile updated: 10 March 2026 (64 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (75 days ago)
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