Bob Brown Foundation Inc

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Corporate Foundation|ABN 51634785002|www.bobbrown.org.au ACNC Register →

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Annual Giving

$500K

Grant Range

$10K – $5.0M

Tips for Applicants

Given the foundation's focus on environmental protection through direct action and legal defence, approach with clear, science-based proposals that demonstrate measurable conservation outcomes. Highlight how the project aligns with their existing campaigns (forest protection, salmon industry monitoring, endangered species) and requires direct intervention rather than general advocacy.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation values direct action, legal challenges, and science-based advocacy to protect wilderness areas and biodiversity. It supports campaigns that create measurable environmental outcomes, focusing on forest protection, marine conservation, and endangered species survival in Australia.

ACNC Financial History

Year	Grants Given	Revenue	Total Assets	Net Assets
FY2023	$41K	$3.6M	$2.6M	$2.1M
FY2022	$17K	$3.3M	$2.2M	$1.6M
FY2021	—	$3.5M	$2.1M	$1.6M
FY2020	—	$1.8M	$1.2M	$693K
FY2019	$8K	$1.4M	$450K	$370K
FY2018	$1K	$1.2M	$401K	$349K
FY2017	$500	$935K	$363K	$343K
7yr total	$67K	Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

environment

Geographic

AU-TAS

Recipients

community

Financial Details

Source of Wealth

The foundation relies primarily on public donations from individuals, with tax-deductible contributions supporting their environmental campaigns. They offer monthly giving programs and one-off donations.