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The Trustee For Community Enterprise Foundation
Low
Annual Giving
$25K
Grant Range
$1K – $100K
Programs
2 (1 open)
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)
1 open · 1 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 2 March 2026 (67 days ago)
Program History (2)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
2025-26
2026 Benefit Geelong Community Grants Program (CEF)
Grant
Community grants program for the Geelong region.
2025-26
Scholarship Programs
Grant
Assisting young Australians with costs for secondary or tertiary studies.
Grants in Database (2)
Focus Areas
Geographic
AU-VIC
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
The foundation's wealth comes from its affiliation with Bendigo Bank, a corporate entity.
Board & Leadership
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
Data Sources
Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 21 March 2026 (48 days ago)
Grant/program scan updated: 2 March 2026 (67 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (70 days ago)
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