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Annual Giving
$9.9M

About

The Sidney Myer Fund is a prominent Australian philanthropic foundation that supports various projects and initiatives across arts, community development, environmental sustainability, and youth empowerment. With a focus on creating impactful social change, the foundation invests in diverse programs that enhance the quality of life and promote cultural enrichment across Australia.

Tips for Applicants

Applicants should clearly delineate their project goals, outcomes, and community impact, ensuring alignment with the foundation's focus areas. Demonstrating innovative approaches to traditional challenges and clarity in budgetary needs will enhance the likelihood of receiving support.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation believes in responsible and proactive giving, prioritizing sustainable outcomes and positive social impact. Their theory of change involves strategic partnerships and investments that address pressing community needs while fostering innovation and cultural development.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$9.9M
$7.3M$266.0M$256.7M
FY2022
$9.0M
$17.3M$252.7M$245.6M
FY2021
$8.1M
$39.9M$258.4M$252.6M
FY2020
$9.2M
$8.9M$206.7M$202.1M
FY2019
$9.0M
$7.2M$210.0M$205.1M
FY2018
$7.6M
$17.6M$207.3M$205.4M
FY2017
$7.0M
$8.5M$191.6M$189.8M
7yr total$59.7MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

artsenvironmentcommunitysocial-enterpriseyouth
Geographic
AU-NationalAU-VIC
Recipients
nfpcommunity org

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The foundation was established from the wealth accumulated by Sidney Myer, who made his fortune in the retail industry with the Myer department stores.
Revenue Sources
retail

Board & Leadership

ACNC
Anna Foley
trustee
ACNC
ACNC
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: high
Foundation profile updated: 30 April 2026 (7 days ago)
Website scan updated: 5 May 2026 (2 days ago)
Website pages scraped: 5
Added: 5 March 2026 (64 days ago)
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