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Stars Foundation Limited
Low
Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Giving Philosophy
The foundation's giving philosophy centers on culturally responsive mentoring, strong partnerships, and fostering student-led ambition to drive real and lasting change. They believe in guiding Indigenous female students through worksite visits, interview preparation, and skill-building to pursue higher education and diverse career paths. This approach is designed to empower individuals and create a ripple effect within their communities.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $26.1M | $35.2M | $22.5M |
| FY2022 | — | $19.4M | $27.0M | $14.5M |
| FY2021 | — | $16.2M | $22.2M | $9.3M |
| FY2020 | — | $7.4M | $12.9M | $4.9M |
| FY2019 | — | $6.1M | $10.0M | $3.3M |
| FY2018 | — | $5.0M | $3.3M | $2.6M |
| FY2017 | — | $4.0M | $3.6M | $2.2M |
| 7yr total | Unknown | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
educationcommunityindigenous
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
youthindigenous
Board & Leadership
Andrea Goddard
director
ACNC
Carlyn Waters
director
ACNC
DANIEL McAullay
director
ACNC
Donisha Duff
director
ACNC
Graham Goldsmith
director
ACNC
KAREN WOOD
director
ACNC
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Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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