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Annual Giving
$3.1M

About

The Lutheran Church Of Australia Inc is a philanthropic foundation that primarily engages in grantmaking to support various initiatives aligned with its mission of promoting the values and teachings of the Lutheran faith. The foundation focuses on fostering community development and providing assistance to those in need within Australia.

Tips for Applicants

Focus on aligning your proposal with the values of the Lutheran Church, emphasizing community impact and sustainability in your initiatives.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation believes in supporting community initiatives that align with its faith-based values, focusing on charity, compassion, and service to others. Their approach to giving emphasizes sustainable development and uplifting the marginalized in society.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$2.0M
$1.8M AU + $103K intl
$10.6M$22.7M$11.3M
FY2022
$2.0M
$1.8M AU + $187K intl
$8.9M$18.8M$9.3M
FY2021
$2.0M
$1.9M AU + $197K intl
$9.4M$20.4M$10.1M
FY2020
$2.2M
$2.0M AU + $188K intl
$12.4M$21.7M$10.6M
FY2019
$3.1M
$2.8M AU + $284K intl
$12.0M$19.9M$9.3M
FY2018
$2.9M
$2.2M AU + $652K intl
$15.0M$19.4M$8.7M
FY2017
$1.4M
$11.6M$16.3M$13.5M
7yr total$15.5MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

community
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
nfpcommunity org

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The foundation's funding likely comes from donations, church contributions, and fundraising activities associated with the Lutheran Church framework, rather than from a singular founder's wealth.
Revenue Sources
inherited, community donations

Board & Leadership

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Benjamin Hentschke
board member
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Charmaine Harch
board member
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Kelly Mathews
board member
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Kim Baumeler
board member
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Nigel Long
secretary
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Paul Argyle
board member
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Peter Zweck
board member
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Stephen Schultz
board member
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Timothy Wiebusch
board member
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Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: medium
Foundation profile updated: 6 March 2026 (70 days ago)
Website scan updated: 6 March 2026 (70 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (71 days ago)
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