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

Tips for Applicants

Applicants should demonstrate direct benefit to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, particularly in Western Australia, and articulate how their work supports cultural continuity or social welfare outcomes. Organisations with strong Indigenous leadership or governance structures are likely to align well with this funder's values.

Giving Philosophy

The trust prioritises supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through culturally-informed philanthropy that respects Indigenous self-determination and community leadership. Its focus on both culture and social welfare suggests a holistic approach to Indigenous wellbeing that values cultural preservation alongside practical community support.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$10.2M
$73.2M$192.9M$192.5M
FY2022
$75.4M$132.2M$132.0M
FY2021
$60.2M$59.9M$59.8M
3yr total$10.2MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

artscommunityindigenous
Geographic
AU-WA
Recipients
indigenous

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
Community or trust-based funding; specific wealth origins not publicly documented

Board & Leadership

Adam Balsamo
director
ACNC
Andrew Baker
director
ACNC
Mark Smith
director
ACNC
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 10 March 2026 (64 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (75 days ago)
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