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Annual Giving
$1.0M

About

The Friends Of The Duke Of Edinburghs Award In Australia Incorporated is a grantmaker and program provider focused on youth development. It empowers young Australians by offering the internationally recognised Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, a non-formal education framework designed to build confidence, skills, and career readiness. It supports young people and partner organisations across Australia in delivering this program.

Tips for Applicants

To engage with this organisation, potential partners should focus on their capacity to deliver the Duke of Ed Framework to young people, aligning with its mission of non-formal education and skill development. Individuals or organisations interested in supporting should explore opportunities to become a delivery partner or financial supporter as outlined on their website.

Giving Philosophy

This organisation's giving philosophy is centered on directly delivering and enabling its established 'Duke of Ed Framework' to empower young people. It values structured non-formal education, skill development, and international recognition, aiming to help youth uncover purpose, passion, and become #WORLDREADY. Its "giving" primarily constitutes the investment in running and expanding its core program.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$957K
$881K AU + $76K intl
$1.2M$4.2M$3.8M
FY2022
$655K
$572K AU + $83K intl
$910K$4.0M$3.8M
FY2021
$689K
$648K AU + $42K intl
$1.4M$4.1M$3.8M
FY2020
$822K
$745K AU + $77K intl
$1.4M$3.6M$3.3M
FY2019
$642K
$642K AU + $256 intl
$1.2M$5.0M$3.1M
FY2018
$1.0M
$2.3M$3.7M$2.8M
FY2017
$810K
$1.4M$2.4M$2.0M
7yr total$5.6MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

youtheducationemploymentsport
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
Young Australians (participants)Educational institutionsCommunity organisationsYouth groups

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The foundation's wealth likely originates from community fundraising, individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and potentially government grants or program fees, as it actively seeks supporters to expand its reach.

Board & Leadership

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Angus Wilson
board member
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Cameron Smart
board member
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Nicholas Mole
officeholder
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Nigel Stewart
board member
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Peter McConnell
board member
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Sumari Dippenaar
public officer
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Wendy Brown
board member
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Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 7 March 2026 (101 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (104 days ago)
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