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Robert C Bulley Charitable Fund
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Tips for Applicants
Organisations should emphasise how their work addresses health or social welfare outcomes for vulnerable Victorians. Given the fund's broad beneficiary focus, applications demonstrating impact on multiple disadvantaged groups or addressing intersecting needs may be particularly competitive.
Giving Philosophy
The fund demonstrates a commitment to supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged populations across multiple life stages and circumstances. Its broad beneficiary base and dual focus on health and social welfare suggest a philosophy of addressing systemic disadvantage and supporting community wellbeing across diverse needs.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $600K | $539K | $11.7M | $11.7M |
| FY2022 | $640K Unknown AU + $640K intl | $868K | $11.9M | $11.9M |
| FY2021 | $523K | $3.3M | $11.0M | $11.0M |
| FY2020 | $520K | $710K | $9.2M | $9.2M |
| FY2019 | $480K | $774K | $9.1M | $9.1M |
| FY2018 | $474K | $2.0M | $9.0M | $9.0M |
| FY2017 | $410K | $841K | $7.1M | $7.1M |
| 7yr total | $3.6M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
healthcommunityindigenous
Geographic
AU-VIC
Recipients
communityyouthageddisadvantageddisabilityrural remoteindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Family foundation (inferred from the personal name 'Robert C Bulley' and establishment date of 2007)
Board & Leadership
Ricky Horvat
chair
ACNC
Ricky Horvat
trustee
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 14 April 2026 (64 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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