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CERA Foundation Ltd
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Tips for Applicants
When approaching this funder, emphasize the scientific merit and methodology of your research proposal, demonstrate potential impact on patients with vision loss, and highlight any innovative approaches to eye disease prevention or treatment. Given its research focus, applications should include clear research outcomes and translational potential.
Giving Philosophy
CERA Foundation approaches its giving by investing in high-quality medical research that has the potential to make meaningful advancements in preventing, treating, and curing vision loss and blindness. The foundation values scientific excellence, innovation, and translational research that can directly benefit patients and the broader community affected by eye disease.
Notable Grants
■$300,000 from The Felton Bequest (2024-2027) for research on female carriers of X-linked inherited retinal diseases
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $613K | $2.9M | $17.4M | $17.3M |
| FY2022 | $638K | $1.3M | $15.3M | $15.3M |
| FY2021 | — | $3.3M | $16.0M | $15.9M |
| FY2020 | — | $719K | $13.6M | $13.6M |
| 4yr total | $1.3M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
educationhealth
Geographic
AU-National
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
As a corporate foundation, CERA Foundation Ltd's wealth comes from corporate sources, likely derived from the medical/healthcare sector, consistent with its focus on eye research and vision health.
Board & Leadership
Duncan Peppercorn
chair
ACNC
CHRISTINE EDWARDS
director
ACNC
Keith Martin
director
ACNC
Suwanee Dharmalingam
director
ACNC
Robyn Guymer
other
ACNC
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Foundation profile updated: 15 March 2026 (98 days ago)
Website pages scraped: 5
Added: 27 February 2026 (115 days ago)
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