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Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M

Tips for Applicants

This foundation primarily operates its own health programs rather than making traditional grants. They partner with universities (University of Sydney) and health networks on specific funded projects like FASD NSW. If seeking partnership, focus on rural/remote Indigenous health initiatives that align with their direct service delivery model, particularly in North West NSW communities like Collarenebri, Gilgandra, and Warren. Demonstrate cultural appropriateness, community engagement, and holistic health approaches that go beyond clinical interventions.

Giving Philosophy

THCFA takes a direct service delivery approach rather than traditional grant-making, embedding clinicians and health professionals in remote communities to develop and implement culturally appropriate health programs. Their philosophy emphasizes holistic care that integrates cultural identity, traditional practices, community connection and practical education rather than medication-only approaches. Programs are designed to be community-led, resource-appropriate and adaptable to different cultural contexts.

Notable Grants

FASD NSW program partnership with University of Sydney to expand screening and diagnostic services for children and adolescents in North West NSW
APNA-funded holistic diabetes management program in Collarenebri combining traditional foods, mental wellbeing, cultural identity and practical health education

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$9.4M$6.2M$2.7M
FY2022
$11.3M$5.5M$2.4M
FY2021
$14.1M$5.7M$3.9M
FY2020
$16.2M$5.4M$3.0M
FY2019
$15.4M$4.8M$2.7M
FY2018
$14.1M$5.1M$1.9M
FY2017
$13.4M$4.0M$1.4M
7yr totalUnknownSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

healthindigenous
Geographic
AU-NSWAU-QLD
Recipients
communityyouthageddisadvantagedrural remoteindigenous

Board & Leadership

ACNC
Christopher Cliffe
board member
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Richard Anicich
board member
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Tracey Tay
board member
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Data Sources

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Foundation profile updated: 24 April 2026 (14 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (70 days ago)
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