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Forest And Wood Products Australia Limited
Medium
Annual Giving
$3.1M
About
Forest And Wood Products Australia Limited is a dedicated grantmaker focused on the Australian forest and wood products industry. The foundation supports initiatives that promote the sustainable management and utilization of Australia's forest resources.
Tips for Applicants
Focus on aligning your proposals with the foundation's emphasis on sustainability and innovation within the forest and wood products sector, and provide clear evidence of potential impact.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation believes in fostering a sustainable future for Australia’s forestry sector by providing funding for research, innovation, and community engagement. Their theory of change revolves around enhancing industry competitiveness while ensuring environmental sustainability.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $2.3M | $18.2M | $12.1M | $3.9M |
| FY2022 | $2.3M | $16.7M | $14.1M | $4.0M |
| FY2021 | $3.1M | $15.9M | $16.7M | $5.4M |
| FY2020 | $2.9M | $15.0M | $13.8M | $4.6M |
| FY2019 | — | $15.6M | $12.0M | $5.4M |
| FY2018 | — | $14.9M | $9.1M | $4.8M |
| FY2017 | — | $13.5M | $7.6M | $4.9M |
| 7yr total | $10.5M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
environmentresearch
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
nfpresearchcommunity org
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
The foundation's funding is likely derived from the Australian forest and wood products industry, which includes activities related to timber production, processing, and research.
Revenue Sources
agriculture
Board & Leadership
CRAIG TAYLOR
chair
ACNC
Kathryn Fowden
chair
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Cameron MacDonald
director
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Frederick Chaney
director
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Matthew Crapp
director
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Michelle Freeman
director
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Christopher Lafferty
secretary
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David Leighton
public officer
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Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Data Sources
Profile quality: medium
Foundation profile updated: 6 March 2026 (70 days ago)
Website scan updated: 6 March 2026 (70 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (71 days ago)
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