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Annual Giving
$11.0M

About

Australian Volunteers International (AVI) is a grantmaking foundation focused on facilitating community development and international volunteering opportunities. They engage volunteers to work in various local and overseas projects, aiming to foster sustainable practices and empower communities.

Tips for Applicants

Potential applicants should highlight the sustainability and community impact of their projects, demonstrate partnerships with local organizations, and align their proposals with international development goals.

Giving Philosophy

AVI believes in the transformative power of volunteerism and aims to create positive change through community engagement and support. They focus on building capacity within communities by providing resources and opportunities for development through partnership models.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$11.0M
Unknown AU + $11.0M intl
$25.5M$13.1M$10.4M
FY2022
$9.2M
Unknown AU + $9.2M intl
$22.1M$15.8M$11.3M
FY2021
$997K
Unknown AU + $997K intl
$18.7M$15.8M$11.9M
FY2020
$308K
Unknown AU + $308K intl
$42.7M$17.4M$13.1M
FY2019
$160K
Unknown AU + $160K intl
$36.4M$23.7M$14.5M
FY2018
$30.3M$21.5M$16.1M
FY2017
$19.6M$21.6M$15.6M
7yr total$21.7MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

communityeducationhuman rights
Geographic
International
Recipients
nfpcommunity org

Financial Details

Revenue Sources
inherited

Board & Leadership

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Alexander Schmidt
board member
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Anthony Sheehan
board member
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Brendon McNiven
board member
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Jenny Morison
board member
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Jonathan Marcard
board member
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Lautoa Faletau
board member
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Leanne Close
board member
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Michael Batchelor
board member
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Serena Lillywhite
board member
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Data Sources

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