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Windermere Foundation Ltd.
Low
Annual Giving
$25K
Grant Range
$1K – $100K
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should focus on addressing priority health issues in Victoria that lack adequate existing funding, particularly in rural health, mental health, child health, end of life care or primary health care. The foundation prefers supporting capacity building through fellowships and scholarships for emerging health researchers and professionals.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation prioritises funding for health issues that are not adequately supported through existing schemes, seeking to fill gaps in the healthcare system. It values building future healthcare leadership through doctoral scholarships and postdoctoral fellowships, and supports capacity building in Victoria's health sector.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $249K | $352K | $6.4M | $6.4M |
| FY2022 | $318K | $382K | $6.0M | $6.0M |
| FY2021 | $473K | $179K | $6.5M | $6.5M |
| FY2020 | — | $228K | $5.9M | $5.9M |
| FY2019 | — | $704K | $6.4M | $6.4M |
| FY2018 | — | $302K | $5.9M | $5.9M |
| FY2017 | $200K | $187K | $5.6M | $5.6M |
| 7yr total | $1.2M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
health
Geographic
AU-VIC
Recipients
communityyouth
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Corporate foundation originating from profits of Windermere Private Hospital, established by Miss Edith Hughes-Jones in 1938.
Board & Leadership
Rowan Kennedy
chair
ACNC
Barbara Carter
director
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John Catford
director
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Joseph Trapani
director
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Kristin Michaels
director
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Leanne Raven
director
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Peter Trye
director
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Daniel Minihan
secretary
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