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The Trustee For May Gibbs Children's Literature Trust
Low
Annual Giving
$25K
Grant Range
$1K – $100K
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should highlight their contribution to Australian children's literature and articulate how a residential fellowship would significantly benefit their creative projects and career development.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation values the development of Australian children's literature by providing dedicated creative time and support to authors and illustrators. It focuses on fostering creativity and literacy through the creation of high-quality Australian children's books.
Notable Grants
■Fellowship awarded to Sarah Davis (2024)
■Fellowship awarded to Katrin Dreiling (2024)
■Fellowship awarded to Remy Lai (2024)
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $73K | $1.7M | $1.7M |
| FY2022 | — | $105K | $1.7M | $1.7M |
| FY2021 | — | $69K | $1.7M | $1.7M |
| FY2020 | — | $76K | $1.6M | $1.6M |
| FY2019 | — | $112K | $1.6M | $1.6M |
| FY2018 | — | $112K | $1.4M | $1.4M |
| FY2017 | — | $93K | $1.5M | $1.5M |
| 7yr total | Unknown | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
Geographic
AU-ACTAU-NSWAU-NTAU-QLDAU-SAAU-VIC
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Private trust
Board & Leadership
Julie Wells
chair
ACNC
Anthony Laube
board member
ACNC
Catherine Sarah
board member
ACNC
Justin Chadwick
board member
ACNC
Nicholas Linke
board member
ACNC
Rebecca Parry
board member
ACNC
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Data Sources
Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 1 May 2026 (47 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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