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O'Brien Foundation
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Tips for Applicants
To approach the O'Brien Foundation, applicants should emphasize the innovative and groundbreaking nature of their research or project, and demonstrate a clear potential to improve the lives of those affected by disease and trauma. Applicants should also highlight their connection to the state of Victoria and the O'Brien Institute.
Giving Philosophy
The O'Brien Foundation approaches its giving by supporting innovative research and treatments that have the potential to significantly improve the lives of those affected by disease and trauma. The foundation values groundbreaking research and selects recipients based on their potential to make a meaningful impact in the field of microsurgery and regenerative surgery.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $399K | $748K | $2.0M | $1.2M |
| FY2022 | $408K | $147K | $2.7M | $871K |
| FY2021 | $235K | $128K | $2.5M | $1.2M |
| FY2020 | $316K | $279K | $2.7M | $1.4M |
| FY2019 | $396K | $322K | $3.3M | $1.5M |
| FY2018 | $269K | $382K | $2.8M | $1.6M |
| FY2017 | $199K | $411K | $1.8M | $1.5M |
| 7yr total | $2.2M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
educationhealth
Geographic
AU-VIC
Recipients
community
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
The foundation's wealth comes from corporate sources, as it is a corporate foundation.
Board & Leadership
Stephen Moulton
chair
ACNC
Campbell Walker
director
ACNC
Efee Peell
director
ACNC
Julie Leeming
director
ACNC
Marcus Tierney
director
ACNC
Mark Cook
director
ACNC
Peri Hunter
director
ACNC
Ramin Shayan
director
ACNC
James Drummond Burt
board member
ACNC
Rajeev Chandra
secretary
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 15 March 2026 (93 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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