The Diggers Foundation
Tips for Applicants
Given the commercial origins of this foundation, applicants should demonstrate clear alignment with gardening education, heritage plant conservation, or historic garden preservation. Building a partnership approach that leverages The Diggers Club's retail network and member base may be viewed favourably.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation approaches giving by connecting commercial gardening activities with conservation outcomes, using proceeds from seed sales, plant sales, and memberships to fund heirloom seed rescue and historic garden preservation. It values environmental conservation, heritage plant preservation, and community education in gardening.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $1.2M | $11.2M | $9.3M |
| FY2022 | — | $737K | $6.5M | $5.2M |
| FY2021 | — | $2.1M | $6.3M | $5.5M |
| FY2020 | — | $502K | $4.9M | $4.4M |
| FY2019 | — | $949K | $5.0M | $4.6M |
| FY2018 | — | $975K | $4.8M | $4.6M |
| FY2017 | $941K | $190K | $4.9M | $4.9M |
| 7yr total | $941K | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (1)
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Seed Trials Program
Member volunteer program to trial heirloom seed varieties and provide feedback for variety selection
Program History (1)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
Seed Trials Program
Member volunteer program to trial heirloom seed varieties and provide feedback for variety selection