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The Trustee For Elwood & Hannah Zimmerman Research Fund Trust
Low
Annual Giving
$25K
Grant Range
$1K – $100K
Tips for Applicants
Given the small annual giving budget ($25,000), applicants should focus on well-defined, local environmental research projects in the ACT region. Contact the trustee directly since there is no website, and ensure proposals align with the trust's environmental purpose and demonstrate measurable community benefit.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation supports environmental research and initiatives in the ACT region, with a focus on projects benefiting the general community. As a research-focused trust, it values proposals that demonstrate clear environmental outcomes and research merit.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $311K | $180K | $4.1M | $4.1M |
| FY2022 | $393K | $136 | $4.2M | $3.9M |
| FY2021 | $426K | $514K | $5.0M | $4.6M |
| FY2020 | $259K | $113K | $4.9M | $4.5M |
| FY2019 | $259K | $112K | $4.9M | $4.9M |
| FY2018 | $228K | $5K | $4.6M | $4.4M |
| FY2017 | $227K | $257K | $4.9M | $4.9M |
| 7yr total | $2.1M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
environment
Geographic
AU-ACT
Recipients
community
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Family trust established by Elwood and Hannah Zimmerman, likely funded through personal/family wealth accumulated over time.
Board & Leadership
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 10 March 2026 (64 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (75 days ago)
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