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The Trustee For Abbotsford Convent Foundation Arts Trust
Low
Annual Giving
$25K
Grant Range
$1K – $100K
Tips for Applicants
Given the small annual giving ($25,000) and specific focus on the Abbotsford Convent precinct, approach this funder with proposals that directly support the Convent's stated programs—writer residencies, visual arts, community engagement, or accessibility initiatives. Focus on alignment with their heritage and community values.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation supports a heritage-protected cultural precinct that fosters creativity, inclusivity, and community engagement. It values place-based storytelling, women's history, Indigenous heritage, and programs that remove barriers to participation in arts and culture.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $50K | $211K | $885K | $885K |
| FY2022 | $207K | $245K | $725K | $725K |
| FY2021 | $121K | $287K | $689K | $689K |
| FY2020 | $342K | $221K | $524K | $524K |
| FY2019 | $517K | $804K | $660K | $647K |
| FY2018 | $2.3M | $189K | $362K | $360K |
| FY2017 | $78K | $645K | $2.5M | $2.5M |
| 7yr total | $3.6M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
arts
Geographic
AU-VIC
Recipients
community
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
This appears to be a corporate foundation/trust established to support the Abbotsford Convent precinct, likely funded through donations and potentially partnerships with the Convent's commercial operations (venues, catering, shop).
Board & Leadership
Gillian Franklin
chair
ACNC
Peter Summers
chair
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David Yip
director
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Justin Blumfield
director
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Paul Bowers
director
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Roger James Harley Macmorran
director
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Timothy Northeast
director
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Vivienne Nguyen
director
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Bridgid Kathleen Rose Cowling
board member
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Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 9 March 2026 (100 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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