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Brainchild Foundation Limited
Low
Annual Giving
$25K
Grant Range
$1K – $100K
Tips for Applicants
Focus on demonstrating direct family impact and connect clearly to brain/spinal cord tumour support. Emphasise alignment with their five key objectives: awareness, support, research, treatment, and funding.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation provides direct emergency financial relief to families during crisis periods, combined with ongoing support through education assistance, rehabilitation cost coverage, and family respite. They prioritise holistic support addressing immediate needs and long-term wellbeing.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $585K | $877K | $766K |
| FY2022 | $2K | $454K | $709K | $634K |
| FY2021 | $100K | $297K | $537K | $508K |
| FY2020 | — | $318K | $564K | $563K |
| FY2019 | $240K | $406K | $483K | $447K |
| FY2018 | $138K | $396K | $455K | $439K |
| FY2017 | $207K | $293K | $341K | $316K |
| 7yr total | $686K | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
healthindigenous
Geographic
AU-NSWAU-NTAU-QLDAU-SAAU-VICAU-WA
Recipients
communityyouthdisadvantageddisabilityrural remoteindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Corporate foundation funded through donations, corporate partnerships, and community fundraising initiatives.
Board & Leadership
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Timothy Hassall
chair
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Belinda Brunoli
board member
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David Bell
trustee
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David Brunoli
board member
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Dr Catherine Cartwright
trustee
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Dr Charlie Teo AM
other
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Emerson Valenti
officeholder
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Fleur Williams
trustee
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Jon Mills
board member
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Martin Wood
board member
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Professor Gerry Fogarty
trustee
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ROSS PERRETT
board member
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Yvonne Hastings
secretary
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Foundation profile updated: 19 March 2026 (55 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (75 days ago)
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