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Australian Foundations
4,246 foundations, trusts, and ancillary funds from the ACNC register · See all 64,000+ charities →
Waalitj Foundation Limited
Corporate Foundationlow1 openWebPower mapOpen capital
Waalitj Foundation is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation (ACCO) that empowers First Nations Australians through education, employment, and business development programs. Based in Western Australia, the foundation provides education support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, employment pathways for jobseekers, justice-focused training for pre and post-release offenders, and business development support through the Waalitj Hub. The organisation is led by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and focuses on breaking down barriers to opportunity for First Nations peoples.
$500K/yr
indigenouseducationemploymentsocial-enterpriseyouthcommunityAU-WA
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Open capital · gatekeeping 21%
The Miller Foundation
Corporate FoundationlowPower mapMixed access
The Miller Foundation is a corporate foundation established in 1974 and based in Hawthorn, Victoria. It operates as a grant-making organisation supporting general community initiatives across Victoria. The foundation provides funding to community organisations, with a focus on improving social outcomes and supporting vulnerable or disadvantaged groups within the local community.
$500K/yr
communityeducationhealthsocial-enterpriseAU-VIC
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
JLDJS Foundation
Corporate FoundationlowPower mapMixed access
JLDJS Foundation is a corporate foundation established in 2011 and registered with the ACNC since 2014, based in Sydney, NSW. With annual giving of $500,000, it operates as a large-scale philanthropic organisation supporting charitable causes across Australia. Limited public information is available about its specific mission and sector focus.
$500K/yr
communityAU-NSWAU-National
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
Roman Catholic Church Trust Corporation Of The Archdiocese Of Hobart
TrustlowWebOperatorMixed access
The Roman Catholic Church Trust Corporation of the Archdiocese of Hobart is a historic religious institution established in 1841, serving as the centre of the Catholic Church in Tasmania. It provides community services through affiliated agencies including Catholic Education Tasmania, CatholicCare Tasmania, Southern Cross Care, St Vincent de Paul Society, and parish churches across Northern and Southern Deaneries. The Archdiocese also operates Catholic Cemeteries Tasmania, the Catholic Development Fund, and various offices focused on youth, justice, and evangelisation.
$500K/yr
religioncommunityeducationaged-carehealthhousingyouthAU-TAS
Capital role
religious operator
Capital source
religious network
Access pattern
Excluded from power map
The Trustee For AMP Foundation Charitable Trust
Corporate Foundationlow4 programsWebPower mapOpen capital
The AMP Foundation is a corporate charitable trust established by AMP that focuses on economic empowerment across Australia. Through its four drivers of food security, lifelong learning, financial inclusion, and safe housing, the foundation supports social entrepreneurs, community organizations, and vulnerable populations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, financially disadvantaged individuals, and remote communities.
$500K/yr
communitysocial-enterpriseeducationhousingindigenousAU-National
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Open capital · gatekeeping 21%
TRILOGY DISABILITY FOUNDATION LTD
Corporate Foundationlow7 programsWebPower mapMixed access
Trilogy Disability Foundation is a registered charity based on the Central Coast of NSW that provides compassionate care, practical resources, and community-driven solutions for at-risk youth, individuals with disabilities, those experiencing homelessness, and their caregivers. Operating through three core programs—Hope for Kids (youth mentorship), Homes for Homeless (housing support), and Care for Carers (caregiver support)—the foundation empowers vulnerable individuals and families to build resilience and achieve long-term stability.
$500K/yr
disabilityyouthhousingcommunitysocial-enterpriseAU-NSW
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
Geoffrey Gardiner Dairy Foundation Limited
Corporate Foundationlow2 openWebPower mapOpen capital
The Geoffrey Gardiner Dairy Foundation is a corporate foundation dedicated to growing the Victorian dairy industry through strategic innovation and investment. Established in 2000, it supports dairy communities by fostering environments where people want to live, work, and invest, and by addressing key industry challenges and opportunities.
$500K/yr
researchtechnologycommunityeducationemploymenthealthsocial-enterpriseAU-VIC
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Open capital · gatekeeping 21%
Victorian Animal Aid Trust
Trustlow1 programWebPower mapMixed access
Victorian Animal Aid Trust is a large charitable foundation established in 1948 that provides financial assistance and support to vulnerable individuals and families in Victoria, Australia. While the foundation's name suggests a focus on animal welfare, its registered beneficiaries indicate it serves financially disadvantaged people, families at risk of homelessness, disaster victims, and people with chronic illness. The foundation distributes approximately $500,000 annually to support those in need across Victoria.
$500K/yr
animalscommunityemergencyhealthAU-VIC
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
family trust
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
The Trustee For Yeperenye Charitable Trust
TrustlowPower mapMixed access
The Yeperenye Charitable Trust is a large philanthropic trust based in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, focused on supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through social welfare programs. Established in 2004 and registered with the ACNC in 2012, the trust operates exclusively in the NT region with annual giving of approximately $500,000. The foundation appears connected to the Yeperenye (Emily Gap) significant cultural site in Alice Springs, suggesting a focus on supporting Indigenous communities in the Central Australian region.
$500K/yr
indigenouscommunitysocial-enterpriseAU-NT
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
family trust
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
THE TRUSTEE FOR GROOTE EYLANDT ABORIGINAL TRUST
Trustlow11 openWebPower mapOpen capital
The Groote Eylandt Aboriginal Trust is a charitable trust established in 1969 to advance the wellbeing of the Warnindilyakwa people of Groote Eylandt in the Northern Territory. Operating through GEAT Inc as trustee, it distributes approximately $500,000 annually to support health, education, social welfare, and cultural initiatives that benefit Aboriginal communities, with particular focus on youth, children, and early childhood development.
$500K/yr
indigenoushealtheducationcommunityyouthAU-NT
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
family trust
Access pattern
Open capital · gatekeeping 17%
National Heart Foundation Of Australia Wa Division
Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
The National Heart Foundation of Australia WA Division is a health charity dedicated to making heart health achievable for all Australians through research, advocacy, awareness, and support programs. Based in Subiaco, WA, this large charity operates as part of the national Heart Foundation organization, focusing on cardiovascular health initiatives including heart health checks, community programs, and research funding. The organization supports the general community, people with heart conditions, health professionals, researchers, and school children through various programs like Jump Rope for Heart.
$500K/yr
healthresearchcommunityyouthAU-WA
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
The Trustee For The Queensland Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Foundation
Corporate FoundationlowPower mapMixed access
The Trustee For The Queensland Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Foundation is a corporate foundation dedicated to advancing reconciliation and supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander youth in Queensland. With annual giving of $500,000, it focuses on initiatives that promote social inclusion, cultural recognition, and opportunity for young Indigenous Australians. The foundation operates from Brisbane and channels resources toward youth-focused programs that contribute to reconciliation outcomes.
$500K/yr
indigenousyouthreconciliationcommunityAU-QLD
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
The Trustee For The R E Ross Trust
Trustlow5 programsWebPower mapOpen capital
The R E Ross Trust is a perpetual charitable trust established in 1971, based in East Melbourne, Victoria, with a vision to create positive social and environmental change so Victorians can thrive. Its primary focus for FY25/26 is advancing educational equity across Victoria, particularly supporting First Nations students, those in out-of-home care, young people in the justice system, regional and rural learners, school-avoidant and neurodiverse students, and migrant/refugee youth. The trust operates as a trust-based philanthropy organisation, providing multi-year flexible funding to community-led initiatives.
$500K/yr
educationyouthindigenouscommunityAU-VIC
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
family trust
Access pattern
Open capital · gatekeeping 37%
Foundation For Independence Recreation & Social Training Inc
Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
FIRST is a grassroots, member-driven disability services organisation operating in Queensland for over 35 years, providing high-quality developmental and training programs for people with disabilities in the Logan and Gold Coast regions. The foundation operates three purpose-built centres and community venues, offering innovative skills development programs in creative arts, practical trades, and life skills to help members maximise their potential and participate meaningfully in their communities.
$500K/yr
disabilityeducationemploymentartscommunityAU-QLD
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
Endeavour Foundation Limited
Corporate Foundationlow1 openWebPower mapOpen capital
Endeavour Foundation Limited is a large disability services organisation that has supported people with disabilities for over 75 years. It operates as both a service provider and social enterprise, offering supported employment, specialist disability accommodation, supported independent living, and learning/lifestyle programs across Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria. The foundation empowers people with intellectual and other disabilities to achieve independence, employment, and community connection through personalised support services.
$500K/yr
disabilityemploymenthousingcommunitysocial-enterpriseAU-QLDAU-NSWAU-VICAU-SA
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Open capital · gatekeeping 21%
Pymble Ladies' College Trust
TrustlowWebOperatorMixed access
Pymble Ladies' College Trust is an educational trust associated with Pymble Ladies' College, an independent girls' school in Pymble, NSW. The trust supports educational purposes including scholarships, financial assistance, and educational programs for students. Based on registered beneficiaries, the trust focuses on supporting youth, children, females, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, and rural/regional/remote communities.
$500K/yr
educationyouthindigenouscommunityAU-NSW
Capital role
institutional operator
Capital source
institutional endowment
Access pattern
Excluded from power map
The Trustee For Jb Were Charitable Endowment Fund
philanthropic_foundationlowPower mapMixed access
The Trustee For JB Were Charitable Endowment Fund is a large Australian philanthropic foundation established in 2006 with annual giving of approximately $500,000. Based in Melbourne, Victoria, it operates as a charitable endowment fund, likely supporting a broad range of charitable causes across Australia. The foundation appears to be connected to the JB Were financial services heritage, suggesting a focus on community benefit and social good.
$500K/yr
communityeducationhealthresearchAU-NationalAU-VIC
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
unknown
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
Foundation Learning Centre Inc
Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
Foundation Learning Centre Inc is a vocational education and training provider based in Narre Warren, Victoria, that delivers flexible, supportive learning programs to disengaged and disadvantaged youth, adults, and vulnerable populations. The organisation operates as a community training provider offering Certificate-level courses across diverse fields including early childhood education, hospitality, hairdressing, business skills, English literacy, and life skills. It prioritises student wellbeing, inclusion, and diversity while supporting individuals facing barriers to traditional education pathways.
$500K/yr
educationyouthemploymentcommunityAU-VIC
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
The Trustee For Roman Catholic Trust Corporation For The Diocese Of Towsville
TrustlowWebOperatorMixed access
The Trustee For Roman Catholic Trust Corporation For The Diocese Of Townsville is a charitable trust that operates St Margaret Mary's College, a Catholic secondary school for girls in Townsville, Queensland. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Good Samaritan, the college provides holistic education focusing on academic excellence, cultural development, service, and sport. The trust supports youth education with a particular emphasis on young women from diverse backgrounds.
$500K/yr
educationyouthcommunityAU-QLD
Capital role
religious operator
Capital source
religious network
Access pattern
Excluded from power map
The Trustee For The Tony & Lisette Lewis Foundation
Corporate Foundationlow1 openWebPower mapOpen capital
The Tony & Lisette Lewis Foundation is a corporate foundation established in 1988 that supports wildlife conservation and environmental initiatives through its Wildlife Link program. Operating primarily in New South Wales and Queensland, the foundation distributes approximately $500,000 annually to advance wildlife protection and community engagement in environmental stewardship.
$500K/yr
environmentanimalscommunityAU-NSWAU-QLD
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Open capital · gatekeeping 21%
Willing & Able Foundation Ltd
Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
Willing & Able Foundation is a social enterprise based in Port Macquarie, NSW that provides supported employment opportunities and pathways for people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, and other disadvantaged adults. Operating through commercial services (woodworking, assembly, recycling, laundry), an op shop, coffee bar, and disability support services, the foundation creates meaningful paid employment and personal development opportunities while generating revenue through social enterprise activities.
$500K/yr
employmentdisabilitysocial-enterprisecommunityAU-NSW
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
St. Aloysius' College Foundation Limited
Corporate Foundationlow1 openWebOperatorMixed access
St. Aloysius' College Foundation Limited is a corporate foundation established by St. Aloysius' College in Kirribilli, NSW, dedicated to advancing educational opportunities for disadvantaged youth and children. The foundation supports education initiatives primarily within New South Wales, focusing on providing access and support to financially disadvantaged students.
$500K/yr
educationyouthcommunityAU-NSW
Capital role
institutional operator
Capital source
institutional endowment
Access pattern
Excluded from power map
The Trustee For Thalanyji Charitable Trust
TrustlowPower mapMixed access
The Thalanyji Charitable Trust is a private charitable foundation established in 2011 that provides annual grants of approximately $500,000 to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Based in Sydney but operating in Western Australia, the trust focuses on improving outcomes for Indigenous communities, particularly in the WA region connected to the Thalanyji name (an Indigenous language group from the Pilbara region).
$500K/yr
indigenouscommunityAU-WA
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
family trust
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
The Torrens Foundation Limited
Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
The Torrens Foundation Limited operates Access4u, a registered NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) provider delivering disability support services across Adelaide, Mount Barker, Fleurieu Peninsula, and Yorke Peninsula in South Australia. The foundation provides comprehensive supports including support coordination, psychology services, home and living options, in-home support, respite care, day programs, and social/community participation. While registered as a foundation with ACNC purposes in social welfare, the organisation appears to function primarily as a direct service provider rather than a traditional grant-maker.
$500K/yr
disabilitycommunitysocial-enterprisehealthAU-SA
Capital role
philanthropic capital holder
Capital source
corporate foundation
Access pattern
Mixed access · gatekeeping 41%
Roman Catholic Trust Corporation For The Diocese Of Townsville St Francis
TrustlowWebOperatorMixed access
St Francis Catholic Trust Corporation operates St Francis Catholic School in Ayr, Queensland, providing primary education (Prep to Year 6) to over 230 students in a regional community. The foundation supports Catholic education with a focus on student wellbeing, inclusion, and holistic development grounded in Gospel values, serving diverse student populations including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, children with disabilities, and rural/remote communities.
$500K/yr
educationreligionyouthcommunityAU-QLD
Capital role
religious operator
Capital source
religious network
Access pattern
Excluded from power map