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The Trustee For Community Enterprise Foundation
Low
Annual Giving
$1.1M
Grant Range
$1K – $100K
Programs
2 (2 open)
About
The Trustee For Community Enterprise Foundation supports families and victims of disasters, focusing on community development in Victoria. It collaborates with the Community Bank network and corporates to enhance community wellbeing. The foundation manages grants, scholarships, and appeals to create a lasting difference.
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should emphasize community-focused initiatives and demonstrate collaboration with local networks, highlighting the urgent need for support in disaster-affected areas.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation approaches its giving through collaboration with its Community Bank network and corporate partners, valuing community-focused initiatives and urgent support for impacted communities.
Notable Grants
■Over $9 million for rural and regional community projects in FY2024
■Over $9 million for urban community grants in FY2024
■288 first-year and 98 second/third-year educational scholarships funded in FY2024
■$2.3 million distributed for natural disaster recovery in FY2024
■Support for 1,114 local organisations in FY2024
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $1.1M | $945K | $4.7M | $4.3M |
| FY2022 | $16.9M | $1.4M | $5.0M | $4.5M |
| FY2021 | $15.3M | $1.5M | $23.8M | $20.4M |
| FY2020 | $14.1M | $46.4M | $34.8M | $34.2M |
| FY2019 | $1.1M | $642K | $2.0M | $1.9M |
| FY2018 | $877K | $860K | $2.5M | $2.5M |
| FY2017 | $690K | $728K | $2.5M | $2.5M |
| 7yr total | $50.1M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (2)
Grants in Database (3)
Focus Areas
communityemergency
Geographic
AU-VIC
Recipients
familiesvictims of disasters
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
The foundation's wealth comes from its affiliation with Bendigo Bank, a corporate entity.
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Data Sources
Profile quality: low
Last profiled: 21 March 2026
Added: 27 February 2026
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