The John Fawcett Foundation (Incorporated)
Tips for Applicants
This foundation operates primarily through direct program delivery rather than grant-making to external organizations. They appear to work with established partner organizations and receive support from various Australian donors and foundations. Those seeking funding should demonstrate alignment with their eye care mission in Indonesia and have established operational capacity in Bali.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation believes in addressing cataract blindness through grassroots community outreach, providing free eye examinations, treatments, and surgeries to underserved populations. They emphasize knowledge exchange and capacity building by bringing international volunteer medical specialists to mentor Indonesian healthcare workers, ensuring sustainable impact beyond direct service delivery.
Notable Grants
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $773K Unknown AU + $773K intl | $694K | $714K | $616K |
| FY2022 | $612K Unknown AU + $612K intl | $454K | $789K | $785K |
| FY2021 | $297K Unknown AU + $297K intl | $550K | $979K | $978K |
| FY2020 | $438K Unknown AU + $438K intl | $560K | $795K | $788K |
| FY2019 | $704K Unknown AU + $704K intl | $927K | $713K | $712K |
| FY2018 | $310K Unknown AU + $310K intl | $417K | $608K | $606K |
| FY2017 | $461K Unknown AU + $461K intl | $730K | $657K | $654K |
| 7yr total | $3.6M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||