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BRUTON BASKETBALL FOUNDATION LIMITED
Low
Annual Giving
$25K
Grant Range
$1K – $100K
Tips for Applicants
Approach this funder by demonstrating clear connections between basketball activities and measurable outcomes in education, employment, or health for disadvantaged youth. Emphasize the four pillars (Sport, Health, Employment, Education) and how your program creates positive role models for at-risk students.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation supports programs that use basketball as a vehicle for holistic youth development, focusing on creating positive role models and environments for disadvantaged students during critical developmental years. It values initiatives addressing sport, health, education, and employment outcomes for at-risk youth.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $79K | $40K | $40K |
| FY2022 | — | $7K | $7K | $7K |
| 2yr total | Unknown | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
indigenous
Geographic
AU-ACT
Recipients
youthdisadvantagedindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Personal/family wealth from Cal Bruton's basketball career and related business activities, supplemented by corporate partnerships.
Board & Leadership
Nadia Pessarossi
chair
ACNC
Amaresh Devanesen
board member
ACNC
Austin Bruton
board member
ACNC
Calvin Bruton
board member
ACNC
Kirk Fonseca
secretary
ACNC
Nadia Pessarossi
board member
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 19 March 2026 (51 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (72 days ago)
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