The Mercy Foundation Limited
Tips for Applicants
Contact Mercy Foundation staff at least two weeks prior to submitting your Expression of Interest to discuss your proposed project. Clearly specify measurable outcomes and ensure the project addresses homelessness prevention, particularly among women.
Giving Philosophy
The Mercy Foundation believes in empowering communities through sustainable housing solutions and social justice initiatives. Their theory of change centers on providing measurable support to projects that can demonstrate a positive impact on reducing homelessness and addressing systemic social issues.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $393K | $326K | $3.8M | $3.3M |
| FY2022 | $343K | $510K | $4.2M | $3.6M |
| FY2021 | $386K | $1.1M | $4.7M | $4.1M |
| FY2020 | $297K | $718K | $4.2M | $3.7M |
| FY2019 | $283K | $2.3M | $4.0M | $3.7M |
| FY2018 | $218K | $697K | $2.4M | $2.1M |
| FY2017 | $220K | $1.0M | $2.3M | $2.0M |
| 7yr total | $2.1M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (7)
6 open · 1 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 27 April 2026 (12 days ago)
Social Justice Grants
These grants assist communities and organisations to bring about greater social justice in Australia.
Cath Leary Award
This award focuses on individuals, groups, or organisations that have made a major contribution to addressing key social justice issues in Australia; nominations are not generally accepted.
Mercy Youth Awards
Awards recognizing the contributions of youth in social justice initiatives.
McQuoin Award
This award is presented at the Mercy Foundation’s Board’s discretion to individuals or organisations that have made an extraordinary contribution to social justice in Australia; nominations are not generally accepted.
Grants to End Homelessness
These grants assist communities and organisations in Australia to implement initiatives aimed at ending homelessness, focusing on vulnerable groups such as migrant women, people with intellectual disabilities, pregnant women, young mothers, older women, women exiting prison, and those escaping forced marriage.
Mercy Youth Award
An annual art prize competition that encourages students to learn about social justice issues in Australia and how they can help bring about change.
Social Justice Small Grants
Support for community initiatives that combat poverty and address social injustice.
Program History (3)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
Grants to End Homelessness
Funding initiatives aimed at alleviating homelessness in Australia.
Mercy Youth Awards
Awards recognizing the contributions of youth in social justice initiatives.
Social Justice Small Grants
Grants provided for small projects that promote social justice.