The Trustee For The Nature Conservancy Australia Trust
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should demonstrate strong alignment with environmental conservation, biodiversity, or indigenous land management. Proposals that highlight collaborative approaches, integration of scientific research or indigenous knowledge, and a focus on sustainable, measurable outcomes are likely to be well-received. Expertise in policy, clean energy, or innovative solutions may also be beneficial.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation approaches giving through collaboration, seeking to co-design and co-deliver solutions with Traditional Owners, land managers, and conservation practitioners. Their philosophy emphasizes evidence-based science, integration of indigenous knowledge, sustainable business models, and a profound respect for Country to achieve enduring outcomes for biodiversity and bio-cultural land management.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $1.1M | $38.7M | $58.8M | $2.8M |
| FY2022 | $9.5M | $15.0M | $62.7M | $2.4M |
| FY2021 | $6.2M $5.7M AU + $541K intl | $12.0M | $75.9M | $8.3M |
| FY2020 | $6.0M $5.1M AU + $911K intl | $17.0M | $52.9M | $2.6M |
| FY2019 | $1.2M | $19.4M | $50.0M | $138K |
| FY2018 | $1.8M | $19.1M | $26.8M | $17.3M |
| FY2017 | $2.7M $1.4M AU + $1.3M intl | $20.5M | $24.6M | $15.1M |
| 7yr total | $28.5M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (1)
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2022 Nature Photo Contest
Participants in this contest can win over $20,000 in prizes by submitting nature-themed photographs.
Program History (1)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
2022 Nature Photo Contest
Participants in this contest can win over $20,000 in prizes by submitting nature-themed photographs.