Waratah Education Foundation
Tips for Applicants
Send Expression of Interest emails to grants@warataheducationfoundation.org.au clearly explaining: (1) how your project works and what it aims to achieve, (2) how funding will be used with specific timeline, (3) your organisation's credentials and expertise, (4) a performance reporting framework, and (5) proof of not-for-profit/DGR status. The foundation values frontline work that removes practical barriers to school attendance and favours programs with clear impact measurement. For the Public Ancillary Fund, ensure your organisation's annual turnover is under $1.5 million and that you hold DGR Item 1 status.
Giving Philosophy
Believes every child should have the opportunity to realise their academic potential regardless of socioeconomic background. Focuses on removing practical barriers to education—uniforms, books, digital access—and supporting frontline organisations that work directly with disadvantaged youth. Operates both general grants and a Public Ancillary Fund targeting smaller organisations serving students experiencing financial disadvantage.
Notable Grants
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $2.2M | $2.9M | $67.1M | $66.4M |
| FY2022 | $1.7M | $3.1M | $64.9M | $64.2M |
| FY2021 | $6.0M | $2.1M | $67.3M | $67.0M |
| FY2020 | $120K | $780K | $67.9M | $67.8M |
| FY2019 | $50K | $1.1M | $68.0M | $67.6M |
| FY2018 | — | $39.6M | $62.3M | $43.7M |
| FY2017 | — | $34.5M | $47.9M | $31.1M |
| 7yr total | $10.1M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (4)
3 open · 1 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 27 April 2026 (12 days ago)
Waratah Education Public Ancillary Fund Annual Grant Round 2026
Grants of $10,000-$20,000 to not-for-profit organisations with DGR Item 1 status providing direct support to disadvantaged students including school uniforms, books, stationery, digital access, mentoring, tutoring, and educational programs
General Grants Program
The Waratah Education Foundation awards grants to organisations whose work aligns with its mission to support programs that pursue, promote, and improve education outcomes for all children in Australia. Organisations can submit an Expression of Interest via email.
Waratah Education Jewish Education Support Grant Round 2026
This is a special project grant round for 2026, specifically designed to support Jewish education initiatives.
Jewish Education Support Grant Round 2026
Special projects grant round focused on Jewish education initiatives
Program History (1)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
Waratah Education Public Ancillary Fund Annual Grant Round 2026
Grants of $10,000-$20,000 to not-for-profit organisations with DGR Item 1 status providing direct support to disadvantaged students including school uniforms, books, stationery, digital access, mentoring, tutoring,.