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FightMND Ltd
Low
Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Tips for Applicants
Prospective research partners should align with FightMND's focus on Motor Neurone Disease treatment and cure development. Organisations seeking support should demonstrate how their work contributes to understanding MND or improving outcomes for affected individuals, and consider partnering through their research investment or community support programs.
Giving Philosophy
FightMND carefully invests donated funds into the most promising MND research projects, prioritising scientific advancement toward treatment and cure. The foundation values community engagement and grassroots fundraising as essential to sustaining its mission, believing that collective action and resilience can drive medical breakthroughs.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $15.0M $13.6M AU + $1.4M intl | $24.4M | $53.7M | $48.0M |
| FY2022 | $10.5M $714K AU + $9.7M intl | $24.4M | $46.5M | $45.8M |
| FY2021 | $10.8M | $22.5M | $40.0M | $19.0M |
| FY2020 | $12.3M | $21.5M | $37.2M | $12.5M |
| FY2019 | $17.4M | $17.0M | $28.2M | $7.0M |
| FY2018 | $19.6M | $13.5M | $20.4M | $10.1M |
| FY2017 | $3.8M | $14.0M | $18.4M | $18.3M |
| 7yr total | $89.4M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
healthindigenous
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
ageddisabilityrural remoteindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Community-based fundraising through individual donations, corporate partnerships, merchandise sales (notably beanies), and major fundraising events like Daniher's Drive; supported by a high-profile founder and ambassador network.
Board & Leadership
Gary Nugent
chair
ACNC
Michael Schneider
chair
ACNC
Andrew Dillon
board member
ACNC
Dr Ian Davis OAM
other
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Janette Fitzgerald
board member
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Jennifer Tucker
board member
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Judith Slocombe
board member
ACNC
Mark Evans
board member
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Neale Daniher
board member
ACNC
Neale Daniher AO
other
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Pat Cunningham
other
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Peter Charles
board member
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Trevor Chong
board member
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Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 10 March 2026 (100 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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