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The Trustee For The Victor Smorgon Charitable Fund
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Tips for Applicants
Target applications toward programs serving youth, children, or vulnerable populations in Victoria or nationally. Align proposals with health, cultural, or social welfare outcomes, particularly those addressing homelessness, chronic illness, or supporting ethnic communities and reconciliation initiatives.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation prioritizes support for vulnerable and at-risk populations, with particular emphasis on health outcomes, cultural initiatives, and social welfare. Its focus on reconciliation and ethnic groups suggests a commitment to inclusive community development and addressing systemic disadvantage.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $473K | $858K | $16.5M | $16.4M |
| FY2022 | $578K | $939K | $15.5M | $15.5M |
| FY2021 | $975K | $1.0M | $17.2M | $17.2M |
| FY2020 | $474K | $880K | $15.0M | $15.0M |
| FY2019 | $2.1M | $835K | $15.5M | $15.5M |
| FY2018 | $1.4M | $1.7M | $17.1M | $17.1M |
| FY2017 | $1.1M | $1.2M | $16.5M | $16.5M |
| 7yr total | $7.1M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
artshealthindigenouscommunity
Geographic
AU-VIC
Recipients
communityyouth
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Family foundation, likely established through the Smorgon family wealth (prominent Australian philanthropic family with business interests).
Board & Leadership
Belinda Bardas
trustee
ACNC
DAVID LEETON
trustee
ACNC
GOLDA GREEN
trustee
ACNC
LEONIE KOADLOW
trustee
ACNC
PETER EDWARDS
trustee
ACNC
VICKI VIDOR
trustee
ACNC
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Foundation profile updated: 14 April 2026 (64 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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