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Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Programs
4 (4 open)

Tips for Applicants

To approach this funder, applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to their writing practice and a clear understanding of how the foundation's programs can support their career development. They should also highlight their potential to contribute to the literary community in Australia and align their application with the foundation's stated priorities and values.

Giving Philosophy

The Eleanor Dark Foundation approaches its giving by valuing the development of writers and the literary community, selecting recipients through a range of fellowship and residency programs that support emerging and established writers. It prioritizes empowering writers at every stage of their career and fostering a thriving literary culture in Australia.

Notable Grants

The Eleanor Dark Foundation Limited
The Eleanor Dark Foundation Limited
The Eleanor Dark Foundation Limited
The Eleanor Dark Foundation Limited

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$980K$2.8M$2.3M
FY2022
$985K$2.5M$2.3M
FY2021
$759K$2.6M$2.2M
FY2020
$803K$2.5M$2.2M
FY2019
$642K$2.1M$1.8M
FY2018
$574K$2.2M$1.8M
FY2017
$540K$1.9M$1.8M
7yr totalUnknownSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs & Opportunities (4)

4 open · sorted by deadline · last checked 2 March 2026 (113 days ago)

Ann Moyal Fellowship

Grantopen

Fellowship supporting writers with their literary projects

Cove Park International Fellowship

Grantopen

International residency exchange program for Australian writers

Writer's Space Residential Fellowship

Grantopen

Fellowship for writers with disability, providing dedicated time and space for creative work

Climate Fellowship

Grantopen

Fellowship supporting writers engaged with climate themes

Grants in Database (4)

Focus Areas

artsindigenous
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
communityyouthageddisabilityrural remoteindigenous

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The foundation's wealth comes from a combination of its original endowment, donations, and potentially some corporate or community support, given its status as a corporate foundation.

Board & Leadership

ACNC
Anke Timm
director
ACNC
ACNC
Bianca Robinson
board member
ACNC
ACNC
Dolla Merrillees
board member
ACNC
Eric Sidoti
board member
ACNC
Graham Akhurst
board member
ACNC
Meredith Curnow
board member
ACNC
Michelle Hyde
board member
ACNC
Sasanka Tennakoon
board member
ACNC
Veechi Stuart
public officer
ACNC
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Data Sources

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Foundation profile updated: 15 March 2026 (99 days ago)
Grant/program scan updated: 2 March 2026 (113 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (116 days ago)
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