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Australian Foundations

4,246 foundations, trusts, and ancillary funds from the ACNC register · See all 64,000+ charities →

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Spiritwest Foundation

Corporate Foundationlow5 programsWebPower mapOpen capital
The Western Bulldogs Community Foundation is a corporate foundation linked to the Western Bulldogs AFL club, dedicated to empowering communities in Melbourne's West and Ballarat. It leverages the transformative power of sport to deliver free, inclusive programs focused on health, education, and leadership, primarily for youth but also for adults, aged persons, and diverse community groups.
$100K/yr
healtheducationyouthcommunitysportindigenousAU-VICMelbourne's WestBallaratWyndhamMelton

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Open capital · gatekeeping 34%

Kalkadoon Charitable Trust

TrustlowWebPower mapMixed access
The Kalkadoon Charitable Trust is a medium-sized philanthropic trust linked to the Kalkadoon Native Title Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC, representing Traditional Owners of the Kalkadoon Nation. Established in 2006 and based in Soldiers Hill, Queensland, the trust focuses on education, culture, and social welfare programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Mt Isa region of North Western Queensland.
$100K/yr
indigenouseducationculturecommunityyouthemploymentAU-QLD

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

family trust

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

The Redfern Foundation Limited

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
The Redfern Foundation Limited supports Aboriginal community organisations in inner city Sydney, particularly the Redfern area. Its mission is to promote a healthy, self-supporting Aboriginal community that serves as a source of hope, pride and leadership. The Foundation provides financial and other support to grassroots Aboriginal-run organisations focused on social, educational and employment equity.
$100K/yr
indigenouscommunityyoutheducationemploymenthealthhousingsocial-enterpriseAU-NSW

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

Change For Youth Foundation Pty Ltd

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
Change For Youth Foundation is a Queensland-based corporate foundation dedicated to supporting children and young people in out-of-home care who have experienced trauma. It provides early intervention through practical, tailored programs focused on well-being, learning support, and confidence building
$100K/yr
communityAU-QLD

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

The Trustee For The Cages Foundation

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
The Cages Foundation supports the health and social welfare of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, with a focus on strengthening the early years sector. The foundation works alongside First Nations’ communities in NSW, prioritizing community-led initiatives. It aims to empower these communities by providing flexible and autonomous support, allowing them to create lasting change. The foundation's mission is to walk alongside these communities, listening and learning from them to gain understanding and knowledge.
$100K/yr
healthindigenouscommunitysocial welfareAU-NSW

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

MESSAGE STICK FOUNDATION LIMITED

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapGatekept capital
Message Stick Foundation is a newly established national not-for-profit that creates purpose-built First Nations youth hubs in urban and regional areas across Australia. Its mission is to break the cycle of disadvantage for First Nations youth by providing culturally safe spaces where young people can access services, resources and culturally informed programs that guide them toward positive life pathways. The foundation focuses on First Nations children and young people, particularly those at risk of or involved with out-of-home care and youth justice systems.
$100K/yr
indigenousyouthcommunityhousingAU-NationalAU-ACT

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Gatekept capital · gatekeeping 51%

CMC FOUNDATION LIMITED

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
CMC Foundation is a corporate foundation established by Club Maitland City in 2023, dedicated to fostering community well-being and positive change within the Maitland community. It serves as a conduit for diverting funds raised from club activities towards local causes, supporting a broad range of beneficiaries including the financially disadvantaged, families, aged persons, and those at risk of homelessness.
$100K/yr
communityhousingaged-careMaitland, NSW

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

The Shepherd and Mother of Light

unknownlowWebPower mapMixed access
The Shepherd and Mother of Light is an Australian-based charitable foundation established by Coptic Christian servants in 1994, dedicated to lifting families living in extreme poverty in Egypt (less than 10 cents per day) to a humane level of existence where their basic needs are met. The foundation operates across health, education, religion, and social welfare sectors, focusing on the most vulnerable families in impoverished communities.
$100K/yr
social-welfarehealtheducationreligioninternationalcommunityEGYAU-NSW

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

unknown

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

THE TRUSTEE FOR NORTHERN RIVERS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Corporate Foundationlow1 programWebPower mapOpen capital
The Northern Rivers Community Foundation supports grassroots organisations in the Northern Rivers region of NSW, with a focus on creating positive change for various beneficiaries including youth, children, adults, and disadvantaged groups. The foundation's mission is to catalyse community giving and distribute grants to local projects, with a total of $10 million granted across 645 projects in the past 20 years. The foundation operates in the NSW region, specifically in the Northern Rivers area. It supports a wide range of sectors including community, youth, and disaster relief.
$100K/yr
communityyouthemergencyAU-NSW

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

community foundation

Access pattern

Open capital · gatekeeping 15%

The Trustee For Farrell Foundation

Corporate FoundationPower mapMixed access
$100K/yr
healthcommunityAU-NSWAU-QLDAU-TASAU-VIC

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

Zahra Foundation Australia

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapOpen capital
The Zahra Foundation Australia supports women impacted by domestic abuse, providing free programs, services, education, and grants to promote economic wellbeing and empowerment. The foundation's mission is to create an Australia where every woman is economically empowered and safe, with a focus on South Australia. It serves various sectors, including social welfare, financial counselling, and education, with a specific emphasis on women, families, and rural/regional/remote communities.
$100K/yr
communityemploymenteducationAU-SA

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Open capital · gatekeeping 34%

The Trustee for Victorian Traditional Owners Trust - Gunaikurnai Land & Waters Aboriginal Corporation for and on behalf of the Gunaikurnai People

TrustlowWebPower mapGatekept capital
This trust manages funds derived from Native Title settlements for the Gunaikurnai People in Victoria. Its mission is to support the social welfare, cultural preservation, and self-determination of the Gunaikurnai community, primarily within Gippsland.
$100K/yr
indigenouscommunitylegalAU-VIC

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

family trust

Access pattern

Gatekept capital · gatekeeping 51%

The Trustee For Igniting Change Foundation

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
Igniting Change is a deliberately small social welfare charity based in Balaclava, VIC, passionate about sparking positive change for people doing it tough. The foundation is guided by people experiencing injustice and inequality, striving to give them a voice and connect them to others who can act on what they hear. They work with agencies supporting vulnerable populations including at-risk youth, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees, the homeless, and ex-offenders.
$100K/yr
communitysocial-enterpriseindigenoushousingyouthAU-VICAU-National

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

Stockland CARE Foundation

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
The Stockland CARE Foundation supports the general community, with a focus on promoting healthy living, strong community connections, and access to lifelong education opportunities. The foundation operates in Australia, with its main office in Sydney, NSW. It aims to deliver measurable social good through purposeful investment, collaborative efforts, and skilled volunteering. The foundation's Community Catalyst Grants program focuses on social innovation initiatives, building capacity and resilience in local communities.
$100K/yr
communityeducationhealthAU-NSWAU-National

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 40%

The Trustee For Lifeshapers Family Services Trust Fund

TrustlowWebPower mapMixed access
The Trustee For Lifeshapers Family Services Trust Fund is a charitable trust that provides funding to Soul Hub, a community organization in Newcastle, NSW serving vulnerable, homeless, and at-risk individuals since 2003. Formerly known as Soul Café, Soul Hub delivers meals, pantry support, and comprehensive social services including medical clinics, Centrelink support, employment assistance, and case work to disadvantaged community members.
$100K/yr
communityhousingsocial-enterpriseAU-NSW

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

family trust

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

Kids Giving Back

unknownlow2 programsWebPower mapMixed access
Kids Giving Back is an Australian charity based in Paddington, NSW, that provides hands-on, meaningful volunteering programs for children, teens, and families. Its mission is to instill altruism and generosity in the next generation by connecting them with opportunities to support vulnerable communities across NSW, often in partnership with other charities.
$100K/yr
educationcommunityyouthsocial-welfareAU-NSW

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

unknown

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

HUGO-HAMMAN FOUNDATION LIMITED

Corporate FoundationPower mapMixed access
$100K/yr
communityAU-National

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

The Trustee For The Lochtenberg Foundation

Corporate FoundationPower mapMixed access
$100K/yr
communityhuman_rightsAU-National

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

Mawson's Huts Foundation Limited

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapGatekept capital
Mawson's Huts Foundation Limited is a charitable organization dedicated to conserving and communicating Australia's Antarctic heritage. The foundation maintains the historic wooden huts at Cape Denison, East Antarctica—remaining structures from the 'heroic era' of Antarctic exploration—and operates a replica museum on the Hobart waterfront. It runs educational programs including a mobile classroom touring Australian schools and communities, and organizes the biennial Australian Antarctic Festival.
$100K/yr
heritageeducationenvironmentcommunityAU-TASAU-National

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Gatekept capital · gatekeeping 48%

The Trustee For Barrabool Christian Foundation

Corporate Foundationlow1 programWebPower mapMixed access
The Trustee For Barrabool Christian Foundation supports the general community, with a focus on religious activities. It appears to be associated with OneHope Baptist Church, which has locations in Geelong. The foundation's mission is not explicitly stated, but its website content suggests a strong emphasis on Christian values and community engagement. It operates in the VIC region, specifically in Highton.
$100K/yr
religioncommunityAU-VIC

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 40%

The Trustee For Amy Gillett Foundation Trust

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
The Trustee For Amy Gillett Foundation Trust is a medium-sized corporate foundation based in Melbourne, VIC, that aims to improve road safety in Australia, particularly for cyclists, through advocacy, education, law, technology, and infrastructure improvements. The foundation supports the general community, with a focus on adults, and works to enhance relationships between motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. Its mission is to reduce the incidence of cycling-related deaths and injuries in Australia. The foundation operates nationally, with a focus on creating safer roads for all users.
$100K/yr
communitysportsocial-enterpriseAU-National

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

MOUNTAIN BLUE FOUNDATION LIMITED

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapGatekept capital
Mountain Blue Foundation is a newly established corporate foundation (registered November 2024) that provides dignified charitable support across Northern NSW and overseas communities in Kenya, Myanmar, Peru, South Sudan, and Uganda. Linked to local business Mountain Blue, the foundation supports community initiatives including the Winsome Café volunteer program and community clothes donations.
$100K/yr
communityindigenoushousinginternationalyouthaged-caredisabilityAU-NSW

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Gatekept capital · gatekeeping 51%

The Theodore & Isabella Wearne Charitable Trust Inc

TrustlowWebPower mapMixed access
The Theodore & Isabella Wearne Charitable Trust Inc supports the general community, with a broad focus on various sectors. The trust's mission is to provide funding to a wide range of beneficiaries across Australia. It appears to have a national focus, supporting projects and initiatives that benefit the community as a whole. The trust's specific areas of focus are not explicitly stated, but its general community support suggests a broad thematic focus.
$100K/yr
communityeducationAU-National

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

family trust

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 40%

SCANLON FOUNDATION RESEARCH INSTITUTE LTD

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapMixed access
The Scanlon Foundation Research Institute Ltd is an Australian philanthropic organisation focused on funding and conducting research and educational initiatives. It primarily supports projects that benefit ethnic groups and the general community across Australia, with a particular emphasis on understanding social cohesion, immigration, and multiculturalism.
$100K/yr
researcheducationcommunityAU-National

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Mixed access · gatekeeping 37%

The Reichstein Foundation

Corporate FoundationlowWebPower mapOpen capital
The Reichstein Foundation is a Melbourne-based philanthropic foundation that backs people, ideas and organisations driving social, economic and environmental justice in Australia. With 55 years of impact and over $22.5 million in grants distributed across 1710 initiatives, they operate as grant-makers, advocates, conveners and responsible investors. They are currently not accepting unsolicited applications.
$100K/yr
environmentcommunityindigenoussocial-enterprisehuman-rightsAU-National

Capital role

philanthropic capital holder

Capital source

corporate foundation

Access pattern

Open capital · gatekeeping 34%

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