Stan Perron Charitable Trust
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should ensure their projects align with the foundation's vision and funding guidelines, particularly focusing on community support for children and health research. Applications for Community Grants are accepted year-round, while Health Research Grants have specific deadlines.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation believes in making impactful contributions to enhance the lives of children and communities in need. Their approach is centered around funding projects that align with their vision of improving health and well-being, particularly for vulnerable groups.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $25.9M | $44.4M | $24.3M | $24.1M |
| FY2022 | $21.9M | $10.2M | $8.7M | $6.1M |
| FY2021 | $19.3M | $6.6M | $19.2M | $19.2M |
| FY2020 | $15.5M | $19.5M | $28.8M | $28.8M |
| FY2019 | $13.6M Unknown AU + $13.6M intl | $22.5M | $28.0M | $18.8M |
| FY2018 | $12.8M | $14.4M | $19.2M | $19.2M |
| FY2017 | $4.4M | $6.4M | $18.6M | $18.6M |
| 7yr total | $113.4M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (12)
9 open · 3 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 7 May 2026 (today)
Health Research Grants - People & Platforms 2026
Round opens 1 April 2026 for health research programs.
Community Grants Round 1 2026
Grants for groups supporting Western Australian children in need or causes aligned with Foundation funding guidelines. Accepted year-round, assessed May and November.
Community Grants 2026 Round 1
Grants for groups supporting Western Australian children in need or causes aligning with funding guidelines
Health Research Grants (People & Platform)
Grants provided for research aimed at improving the health and well-being of children, adolescents and young adults in Western Australia. This round has a specific closing date.
Health Research Grants
Grants provided for research aimed at improving the health and well-being of children, adolescents and young adults in Western Australia, including People & Platforms and Programs & Partnerships applications.
Health Research Grants - People & Platforms
Grants provided for research aimed at improving the health and well-being of children, adolescents and young adults in Western Australia, specifically for 'People & Platforms' applications.
Community Grants
Grants provided to groups supporting Western Australian children in need or causes that align with the Foundation’s Funding Guidelines.
Health Research Grants - Programs & Partnerships
Grants provided for research aimed at improving the health and well-being of children, adolescents and young adults in Western Australia, specifically for 'Programs & Partnerships' applications.
People Grants (Research Fellowships)
Provides exceptional long-term investment in research capacity in Western Australia, offering partial or full salary support for researchers for up to five years. Designed to support current or emerging research leaders, from PhD-level researchers through to senior investigators, whose work aligns with the Foundation’s commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of children, adolescents and young people in Western Australia.
Platform Grants
Supports the infrastructure and enabling capability required to conduct high-quality health research, including consumer and community engagement initiatives, data solutions, equipment, facilities, biobanks and research training. Priority is given to platforms that are accessible resources for health researchers across and between institutions and grow research capacity, quality and impact for Western Australia.
Program Grants
For large programs of research usually involving multiple streams of research that are collaborative and outcome-driven for up to five years. Programs that involve partnerships and funding contributions from other bodies, which demonstrate significant innovation and/or build capacity within Western Australia, are especially encouraged.
Partnership Grants
Encourages collaborations between researchers and institutions to improve health outcomes for children in Western Australia. These may be in the form of single research projects or programs of research. Funding will be contingent on partnership support and co-funding with the lead research institution based in Western Australia.
Program History (6)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
Community Grants Round 1 2026
Grants for groups supporting Western Australian children in need or causes aligned with Foundation funding guidelines. Accepted year-round, assessed May and November.
Health Research Grants
Grants provided for research aimed at improving the health and well-being of children, adolescents and young adults in Western Australia. Submissions for Programs & Partnerships grants are accepted year-round. The.
Health Research Grants - People & Platforms 2026
Round opens 1 April 2026 for health research programs.
Health Research Grants - Programs & Partnerships
Grants for research aimed at improving health and well-being of children, adolescents and young adults in Western Australia. Accepted year-round.
Community Grants 2026 Round 1
Grants for groups supporting Western Australian children in need or causes aligning with funding guidelines
Community Grants
Grants provided to groups supporting Western Australian children in need or causes that align with the Foundation’s Funding Guidelines. Applications are accepted year-round and assessed in May and November each year..