The Australian Childrens Music Foundation Limited

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Corporate Foundation|ABN 11101785219|www.acmf.com.au ACNC Register →

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Annual Giving

$100K

Grant Range

$5K – $500K

Tips for Applicants

Applicants should emphasise the long-term impact of their program, demonstrate how the music education initiative will reach disadvantaged children or youth, and show clear measurable outcomes. Given ACMF's focus on sustainable programs, proposals for ongoing music education rather than one-off events or equipment donations may be better received.

Giving Philosophy

ACMF focuses on providing sustained, long-term music programs rather than one-off grants, valuing programs that demonstrate measurable outcomes including improved school attendance, self-esteem, and resilience. They partner with organisations that share their mission of unlocking potential through music education for marginalised children and youth.

Notable Grants

■Funding from St.George Foundation and BankSA Foundation Thrive Community Grant for music programs in 7 juvenile justice centres across NSW, QLD, WA, and NT

■Funding from Future Generation Australia and Alberts | The Tony Foundation for Impact Report

■NSW Government 'Our Region, Our Voice' Regional Youth Investment Program for Riverina region music program

ACNC Financial History

Year	Grants Given	Revenue	Total Assets	Net Assets
FY2023	—	$1.6M	$1.8M	$546K
FY2022	$718K	$1.0M	$1.9M	$537K
FY2021	$684K	$1.5M	$1.5M	$729K
FY2020	$628K	$960K	$957K	$397K
FY2019	$637K	$782K	$876K	$541K
FY2018	$625K	$1.1M	$846K	$758K
FY2017	$953K	$1.4M	$654K	$547K
7yr total	$4.2M	Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

indigenous

Geographic

AU-National

Recipients

youthdisadvantageddisabilityrural remoteindigenous

Financial Details

Source of Wealth

As a registered charity and not-for-profit, ACMF likely relies on a combination of donations from individuals, corporate sponsorships, and potentially government grants/funding programs. The foundation was founded by media personality Don Spencer OAM and appears to operate through charitable giving and partnerships.