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Annual Giving
$52.0M

About

The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) is a leading global university of technology, design, and enterprise, offering a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocational courses. The foundation focuses on academic excellence and professional preparation through extensive industry connections and a commitment to interdisciplinary research.

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Focus on demonstrating the potential impact of your project on education and community engagement, and emphasize any links to industry partnerships.

Giving Philosophy

RMIT's approach to giving emphasizes the importance of education and its transformative impact on individuals and communities. The institution aims to foster innovation and inclusivity by supporting projects and initiatives that enhance learning and research in technology and design.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$4.1M
$1.4B$4.1B$2.9B
FY2022
$3.0M
$1.3B$3.6B$2.4B
FY2021
$10.6M
$1.4B$3.9B$2.5B
FY2020
$15.9M
$1.3B$3.9B$2.5B
FY2019
$23.5M
$1.4B$3.5B$2.3B
FY2018
$52.0M
$1.3B$3.3B$2.2B
FY2017
$16.5M
$1.2B$3.2B$2.2B
7yr total$125.7MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

educationresearch
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
universitycommunity orgresearch

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
RMIT is a public university primarily funded through government support, tuition fees, and research grants rather than traditional philanthropic sources.
Revenue Sources
education, government_funding

Board & Leadership

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Bray Finbar
director
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Lynn Warneke
director
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Alexander Cameron
board member
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Asha Rao
board member
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David Hayward
board member
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Kylie Ann Maher
board member
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Maria Peters
board member
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Megan Louise Haas
board member
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Data Sources

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Foundation profile updated: 5 March 2026 (64 days ago)
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Added: 5 March 2026 (64 days ago)
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