Good Return Limited
About
Good Return is an NGO not-for-profit that supports female entrepreneurs across Australia and the Asia Pacific region. It provides responsible finance, education, and business training to women and other excluded groups to build financial capability and create sustainable livelihoods. The organization operates an award-winning Impact Investment Fund that leverages capital from investors to make loans to women entrepreneurs.
Tips for Applicants
This funder is specifically focused on women-led businesses and financial inclusion projects. Approach them with programs that have clear impact measurement, particularly those working with underserved entrepreneurs, Indigenous women, or those in the Asia Pacific region. Emphasize measurable outcomes and sustainable business models rather than short-term welfare approaches.
Giving Philosophy
Good Return approaches its work through a combination of impact investing, direct financial capability training, and partnerships with financial service providers. It values empowering women and excluded groups with the skills, confidence, and capital to build sustainable businesses and financial security. The organization focuses on measurable impact and sustainable change rather than short-term relief.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $875K $266K AU + $609K intl | $3.4M | $3.9M | $1.5M |
| FY2022 | $783K $167K AU + $616K intl | $3.3M | $4.2M | $1.4M |
| FY2021 | $578K $175K AU + $402K intl | $2.6M | $3.6M | $1.2M |
| FY2020 | $658K $240K AU + $418K intl | $2.7M | $2.9M | $1.1M |
| FY2019 | $1.2M Unknown AU + $1.2M intl | $3.0M | $2.4M | $819K |
| FY2018 | $1.5M Unknown AU + $1.5M intl | $2.5M | $1.5M | $748K |
| FY2017 | $1.7M Unknown AU + $1.7M intl | $3.5M | $1.9M | $728K |
| 7yr total | $7.3M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||