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Annual Giving
$8.6M
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Endowment
$31.5M
Giving Ratio
0.3%
Programs
3 (3 open)

About

Cancer Council Of Western Australia (Inc) is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to reducing the incidence and impact of cancer in Western Australia. It funds world-class cancer research, delivers vital prevention and education programs, and provides comprehensive support services to cancer patients and their families.

Tips for Applicants

Applicants should carefully review the specific grant guidelines on the Cancer Council WA website for each program. Focus on demonstrating clear alignment with Cancer Council WA's mission to reduce the impact of cancer, a robust methodology, and potential for significant impact within Western Australia. Strong collaboration and a clear translation pathway for research findings are highly valued.

Giving Philosophy

The Cancer Council WA funds cutting-edge cancer research to improve detection, treatment, and quality of life for those affected by cancer. Their approach aims to reduce the burden of cancer through a comprehensive strategy that includes research, prevention, advocacy, and patient support, seeing grant-making as a critical component of advancing scientific knowledge and medical innovation.

Notable Grants

Funding commitments of $8.8 million for ground-breaking cancer research in WA in 2024
Funding for Dr Tessa Gargett (Telethon Kids Institute) for research into novel imaging to improve surgical outcomes for childhood brain tumours
Funding for Professor Rachel Quigley (Curtin University) for research understanding how cancer cells regulate protein production to improve treatment strategies

Giving History

2020
$10.1M
2021
$9.7M
2022
$8.6M
-15% decrease from 2020 to 2022

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$2.4M
$33.9M$90.9M$54.3M
FY2022
$2.6M
$31.8M$87.0M$52.9M
FY2021
$2.6M
$31.3M$91.1M$56.4M
FY2020
$2.0M
$25.8M$61.6M$49.7M
FY2019
$2.7M
$30.6M$64.5M$44.0M
FY2018
$3.2M
$25.0M$62.6M$44.9M
FY2017
$3.6M
$31.7M$62.2M$43.8M
7yr total$19.2MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs & Opportunities (3)

3 open · sorted by deadline · last checked 26 June 2026 (today)

Project Grants

Grantopen

Funds specific cancer research projects covering various aspects of cancer biology, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care.

Closes 05/08/2024Apply →

Fellowship Grants

Grantopen

Supports talented cancer researchers at different career stages, enabling them to pursue independent research programs.

Closes 05/08/2024Apply →

Early Career Fellowships

Grantopen

Aimed at supporting promising early-career researchers to establish their independent research careers in cancer.

Closes 05/08/2024Apply →

Focus Areas

healthresearcheducationcommunity
Geographic
AU-WA
Recipients
nfpresearchcommunity orghospitaluniversity

Financial Details

Revenue Sources
inherited, government_grants, donations, fundraising

Board & Leadership

Anna Nowak
board member
ACNC
Caroline Finch
officeholder
ACNC
David Addis
board member
ACNC
Giacomo Sottini
board member
ACNC
Jason Clifton
board member
ACNC
Kristen Turnbull
board member
ACNC
MICHAEL MCNULTY
board member
ACNC
Ruth Ganss
board member
ACNC
Tim Leach
board member
ACNC
Tracy Armson
board member
ACNC
Wei-Sen Lam
board member
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: high
Foundation profile updated: 26 June 2026 (today)
Grant/program scan updated: 26 June 2026 (today)
Program discovery is newer than the foundation profile summary.
Added: 27 February 2026 (119 days ago)
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