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Annual Giving
$1.8M

About

The Refugee Council of Australia is a national nonprofit organisation that supports refugees and people seeking asylum in Australia. It works to connect communities, organisations and individuals, conducts cutting-edge policy and research, and advocates for changing policies and attitudes toward refugees. The organisation provides information, factsheets, publications, and support services, including specific assistance for those fleeing conflicts such as Israel-Gaza.

Tips for Applicants

Proposals should focus on direct support for refugees and asylum seekers, policy advocacy initiatives, community integration programs, or research that advances understanding of refugee issues in Australia. Aligning with their current priorities such as Refugee Week, Refugee Welcome Zones, and advocacy work would strengthen applications.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation supports initiatives that benefit refugees and people seeking asylum in Australia, with emphasis on policy advocacy, community empowerment, research, and awareness-raising. It values projects that connect communities, influence policy change, and provide direct support to refugee populations.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$441K
$5K AU + $436K intl
$2.5M$2.4M$2.0M
FY2022
$940K
$40K AU + $900K intl
$3.5M$2.2M$1.9M
FY2021
$1.4M
Unknown AU + $1.4M intl
$3.1M$1.8M$1.2M
FY2020
$1.8M
$93K AU + $1.8M intl
$4.2M$2.1M$1.2M
FY2019
$36K
Unknown AU + $36K intl
$1.6M$646K$368K
FY2018
$48K
$4K AU + $45K intl
$1.6M$660K$438K
FY2017
$1.4M$736K$503K
7yr total$4.7MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

communityadvocacyresearchsocial-enterpriseinternational
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
refugee communitiespeople seeking asylumadvocacy organisationscommunity organisationsresearch institutions

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
As a nonprofit charitable organisation, the Refugee Council of Australia likely derives its funding from a combination of donations, community fundraising, grants from other foundations, and potentially government funding programs. The annual giving figure of $1,842,639 indicates significant grant-making capacity.

Board & Leadership

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David Ajak Ajang
board member
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Frances Wade
officeholder
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Gillian Long
board member
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John Roc
board member
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Joseph Youhana
board member
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Nicholas Greiner
board member
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PHILIP GLENDENNING
board member
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WILLIAM MALEY
officeholder
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Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 7 March 2026 (101 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (104 days ago)
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