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Global Medical Foundation Australia
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Tips for Applicants
Focus on international medical/health or education projects in conflict-affected regions or refugee camps. Demonstrate capacity to work in challenging environments and potential partnership with established humanitarian organisations. Given their volunteer-driven model, emphasise cost-effectiveness and direct impact.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation values direct, hands-on assistance with volunteers paying their own travel and accommodation costs to maximise the impact of donated funds. They partner with established organisations like MedGlobal and focus on medical missions to crisis zones and refugee camps, as well as educational sponsorship for children in communities they serve.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $313K $7K AU + $306K intl | $386K | $153K | $153K |
| FY2022 | $410K $10K AU + $400K intl | $438K | $150K | $150K |
| FY2021 | $255K $50K AU + $205K intl | $319K | $111K | $111K |
| FY2020 | $50K $10K AU + $40K intl | $58K | $86K | $86K |
| FY2019 | — | $188K | $35K | $35K |
| FY2018 | — | $52K | $14K | $14K |
| FY2017 | — | $43K | $20K | $19K |
| 7yr total | $1.0M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
educationhealthindigenous
Geographic
AU-NSWAU-VICAU-WA
Recipients
communityyouthageddisadvantageddisabilityrural remoteindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Corporate foundation - wealth comes from corporate sources and donations, with all funds being tax-deductible and used directly for beneficiary support.
Board & Leadership
Bina Sira
other
ACNC
Dr Javed Sheriff
secretary
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Dr Sanjay Adusumilli
officeholder
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Dr Siraj Sira
other
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Ismail Goolam
other
ACNC
Javed Sheriff
officeholder
ACNC
Khaled Al Melham
other
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Khaled Al-melham
other
ACNC
Sabah Sheriff
other
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Sanjay Adusumilli
secretary
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Siraj Sira
public officer
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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