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The Bill Crews Charitable Trust
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Tips for Applicants
Potential applicants should focus on demonstrating the impact of their initiatives on indigenous communities and how their projects align with the foundation's goals of empowerment and sustainability.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation believes in empowering indigenous communities by providing resources and support that foster sustainable development and preserve cultural heritage. Their theory of change emphasizes collaboration with local organizations to achieve meaningful and lasting impact.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $146K | $2.7M | $2.4M | $2.2M |
| FY2022 | $241K $225K AU + $16K intl | $3.4M | $3.1M | $2.8M |
| FY2021 | $482K | $2.5M | $2.5M | $2.3M |
| FY2020 | $14K $13K AU + $2K intl | $2.7M | $2.2M | $2.1M |
| FY2019 | $13K $10K AU + $3K intl | $2.4M | $1.3M | $1.2M |
| FY2018 | $18K $8K AU + $10K intl | $2.0M | $955K | $843K |
| FY2017 | $35K Unknown AU + $35K intl | $2.5M | $1.8M | $1.1M |
| 7yr total | $950K | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
indigenous
Geographic
AU-NSWAU-NT
Recipients
youthageddisadvantageddisabilityrural remoteindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
The specific source of the foundation's wealth is not detailed, but it is commonly associated with philanthropic efforts stemming from successful business ventures or personal wealth generation.
Board & Leadership
William Crews
chair
ACNC
Oliver Harvey
director
ACNC
Collins Tina
board member
ACNC
GERALD GRAHAM
officeholder
ACNC
Jane Woods
board member
ACNC
Michael Manuell
board member
ACNC
Robert Wood
board member
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 15 March 2026 (54 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (70 days ago)
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