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Annual Giving
$2.1M
Giving Ratio
0.1%

About

The Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research Inc. is a leading independent, not-for-profit medical research institute based in Western Australia. It focuses on conducting innovative research to prevent, diagnose, and treat life-altering diseases, particularly cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and rare genetic conditions. The Institute aims to translate its research breakthroughs into improved health outcomes for the community locally and globally.

Tips for Applicants

To support the Harry Perkins Institute, align your contributions with their key research areas: cancer, cardiovascular disease and stroke, diabetes, and rare genetic diseases. They welcome major gift commitments of $10,000 or more, corporate partnerships, event sponsorships, and workplace giving programs. Direct donations and gifts in wills are also encouraged to foster innovative medical breakthroughs.

Giving Philosophy

The Institute's approach to 'giving' is primarily through internal investment in world-class medical research, supporting its teams of scientists, clinicians, and students. They foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, aligning research with major health issues impacting West Australians. Key strategies include bringing together bright minds, discovering and trialling innovative treatments, utilizing precision medicine, and engaging with donors and supporters to fund their research programs and fellowships.

Notable Grants

2025 Safe Harbour Fellowships awarded to Dr Rowan Sanderson and Dr Rui Hou to support their research.

Giving History

2020
$2.1M

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$4.4M
$32.6M$142.7M$117.6M
FY2022
$3.4M
$29.7M$142.4M$121.6M
FY2021
$1.7M
$27.7M$141.7M$122.4M
FY2020
$2.1M
$20.0M$142.2M$122.1M
FY2019
$2.0M
$22.9M$147.3M$126.5M
FY2018
$796K
$19.5M$150.9M$129.1M
FY2017
$615K
$16.7M$155.8M$134.7M
7yr total$15.1MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs (from website)

Safe Harbour Fellowships

Supports the next generation of Perkins researchers, with recipients for 2025 announced.

Lifeboat Grants

Supports students through their early medical research careers.

Focus Areas

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Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research was established in 1998 as a collaboration between The University of Western Australia, Royal Perth Hospital, and Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, with Wesfarmers as a founding sponsor providing an initial A$5 million donation. Its ongoing funding largely comes from community philanthropy, bequests, government grants, and corporate partnerships.
Revenue Sources
donations and bequests, government grants, revenue from goods/services, investments, community philanthropy, corporate partnerships

Board & Leadership

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Ben Morton
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Cooper Frank
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Data Sources

Profile quality: high
Foundation profile updated: 6 March 2026 (65 days ago)
Website scan updated: 6 March 2026 (65 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (66 days ago)
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