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Annual Giving
$25K
Grant Range
$1K – $100K

Tips for Applicants

Approach this funder with a focus on direct environmental cleanup impact and measurable outcomes. Given their emphasis on transparency and certified data, applications should include clear metrics and verification methods for debris removal. They respond well to corporate partnership inquiries and sponsored cleanup proposals.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation operates as a corporate foundation that receives donations and partnerships to fund equipment and professional cleaning teams. They emphasize transparency through their Debris Registry, which provides certified removal data to demonstrate accountability. Their approach values direct environmental impact and works with companies seeking to support ocean protection initiatives.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$309K$227K$133K
FY2022
$677K$536K$178K
FY2021
$385K$261K$59K
FY2020
$385K$261K$59K
FY2019
$305K$219K$35K
FY2018
$185K$178K$-16,890
FY2017
$82K$32K$17K
7yr totalUnknownSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

educationenvironment
Geographic
AU-NSWAU-QLDAU-TAS
Recipients
youthaged

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
Corporate foundation supported by donations and business partnerships. The foundation generates giving capacity through corporate sponsorships, company partnerships for sponsored clean-ups, and individual donations.

Board & Leadership

ACNC
Ian Thomson
director
ACNC
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 19 March 2026 (50 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (70 days ago)
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