Catholic Education Centre
About
Catholic Education Centre is a grantmaking organization dedicated to supporting Catholic education in Tasmania. It aims to foster intellectual, moral, and spiritual growth in students through a comprehensive educational approach that integrates religious teachings with academic subjects.
Tips for Applicants
Highlight the integration of faith and academics in your proposal, and demonstrate community engagement and parental involvement in your educational initiatives.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation believes in forming the whole person — integrating intellect, morality, and spirituality — and aims to support educational institutions that align with these values. Their theory of change emphasizes community partnerships and family involvement in education.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $281.5M | $360.0M | $142.1M | $98.8M |
| FY2022 | $254.2M | $295.8M | $75.6M | $67.6M |
| FY2021 | $239.2M | $276.8M | $72.0M | $63.7M |
| FY2020 | — | — | $67.2M | $60.7M |
| FY2019 | — | — | $59.9M | $28.8M |
| FY2018 | — | — | $54.7M | $8.7M |
| FY2017 | — | — | $44.8M | $8.9M |
| 7yr total | $774.9M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (5)
Individual Tasmanian Catholic College Scholarships
Scholarships offered by individual Catholic colleges in Tasmania for students in Years 7-12, awarded for all-round achievement (academic, cultural, sporting, or community involvement), not based on financial need.
St Thomas Aquinas Teaching Schools Institute (STATSI) Cadet Teacher Program
Offers Bachelor of Education or Master of Teaching students an annual scholarship, a laptop, weekly mentor support, and a paid cadet teacher position, with a guaranteed teaching position upon successful completion.
St Thomas Aquinas Teaching Schools Institute (STATSI) Teacher Cadet Program
A cadetship program that provides aspiring teachers with paid classroom experience, professional development, mentoring, and an annual scholarship while they complete their teaching degree, with a pathway to employment in Catholic Education Tasmania.
Religious Education Scholarships
Annual scholarships offering partial tuition fee reimbursement (up to 90% for Graduate Certificate, 50% for Masters) for current Catholic Education Tasmania teachers undertaking tertiary units in Religious Education, Leadership of Religious Education, or Theology.
Secondary College Student Scholarships (Years 7-12)
Scholarships supported by the Tasmanian Catholic Education Commission for students in Years 7-12 at Catholic secondary colleges, awarded for all-round achievement in areas like academics, culture, sport, or community involvement, covering up to 50% of total fees.