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Gotcha 4 Life Foundation Ltd
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Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Giving Philosophy
Gotcha4Life believes that building mental fitness is as crucial as physical fitness. Their prevention-focused approach emphasizes early intervention, particularly in primary schools, to equip individuals with tools for emotional adaptability, help-seeking, and strong connections. They aim to create a cultural shift where open conversations about emotions are encouraged across whole communities (students, teachers, parents, workplaces, community groups) to ensure no one worries alone. They leverage community fundraising and strategic partnerships to deliver and expand their programs.
Notable Grants
■Significant support and partnership with the NRL State of Mind program to increase positive mental wellbeing and program delivery across junior rugby league communities nationally.
■Funding and delivery of the Mentally Fit Primary Schools Program across Sydney and regional NSW to foster mental fitness in students, teachers, and parents.
■Funding and delivery of mental fitness workshops for various community clubs, workplaces, and schools across Australia, focusing on connection and help-seeking skills.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $3.5M | $2.3M | $1.6M |
| FY2022 | — | $4.1M | $2.5M | $2.4M |
| FY2021 | $71 | $3.1M | $1.7M | $1.6M |
| FY2020 | $1.3M | $2.3M | $682K | $598K |
| FY2019 | — | $1.6M | $615K | $539K |
| FY2018 | — | $636K | $243K | $185K |
| 6yr total | $1.3M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
health
Geographic
AU-NSW
Recipients
youthaged
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
The foundation was co-founded by Gus Worland, a well-known media personality. The foundation's funding primarily comes from donations and fundraising efforts by the community and partners, rather than a single founder's corporate wealth.
Board & Leadership
James Wright
chair
ACNC
Angus Worland
director
ACNC
Curt Zuber
director
ACNC
Danielle Di Pilla
board member
ACNC
Erin McMullen
secretary
ACNC
Karl Stefanovic
board member
ACNC
Matthew Kevin Graham
board member
ACNC
Mundanara Bayles
board member
ACNC
Warren Craig
board member
ACNC
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Foundation profile updated: 24 April 2026 (63 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (120 days ago)
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