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Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Programs
2 (2 open)

Tips for Applicants

Organisations should demonstrate direct impact on vulnerable populations in Greece or Greek diaspora communities in Australia, and consider aligning proposals with the foundation's demonstrated priorities in humanitarian relief, education, and economic development. Building relationships through the foundation's leadership networks and events may strengthen applications.

Giving Philosophy

The Hellenic Initiative Australia prioritises supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged populations in Greece through humanitarian relief and economic development initiatives. The foundation values diaspora engagement and community-led solutions, leveraging Greek-Australian networks to address crises and build long-term capacity in Greece. It demonstrates flexibility in responding to emerging needs, as evidenced by rapid support during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Notable Grants

AU$10,000 to the Emfasis Foundation in May 2020 to support coronavirus crisis relief in Greece.
Support to Emfasis Foundation to help improve the life conditions of people living on the streets in Athens.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$316K
Unknown AU + $316K intl
$534K$734K$734K
FY2022
$348K
Unknown AU + $348K intl
$299K$559K$559K
FY2021
$355K
Unknown AU + $355K intl
$401K$625K$625K
FY2020
$205K
Unknown AU + $205K intl
$308K$612K$612K
FY2019
$296K
Unknown AU + $296K intl
$365K$599K$581K
5yr total$1.5MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs & Opportunities (2)

2 open · sorted by deadline · last checked 2 March 2026 (113 days ago)

Australian Internship Program

Grantopen

Provides paid six-month placements in Australia for promising Greek graduates in various sectors, aiming to offer invaluable international experience and transferable skills. The program has secured over 35 internship opportunities.

Up to $1.5MApply →

Entrepreneurship Support (Hellenic Entrepreneurship Award)

Grantopen

Supports entrepreneurship in Greece through the annual Hellenic Entrepreneurship Award, offering Greece-based start-ups free consulting, mentoring, and a share of €1.25 million in prize funding.

Grants in Database (2)

Focus Areas

community
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
youthageddisadvantageddisabilityrural remote

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
Corporate foundation with support from the Greek-Australian diaspora community; funding appears to come from individual donors and corporate supporters within the Greek-Australian business and professional networks.

Board & Leadership

ACNC
ACNC
ACNC
Peter Abraam
director
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 12 March 2026 (102 days ago)
Grant/program scan updated: 2 March 2026 (113 days ago)
Website pages scraped: 5
Added: 27 February 2026 (116 days ago)
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