The Trustee For The Playford Memorial Trust
Concentration RiskGiving Philosophy
The Trust's giving philosophy centers on identifying and nurturing high-achieving South Australian students whose studies align with the strategic priorities of the State. It leverages collaborative partnerships with industry, government, and educational institutions to amplify its impact and provide comprehensive support including financial aid, work experience, and networking opportunities.
Tips for Applicants
Prospective applicants should demonstrate high academic achievement and clearly articulate how their studies contribute to areas of strategic importance for South Australia. Emphasize alignment with university or TAFE programs and highlight any relevant work experience or future career aspirations within the state.
Programs & Opportunities (4)
Awards for TAFE students at varying levels
Scholarship for resources, energy and sustainability students
Funding for Honours students transitioning to Masters by Research
Scholarships for university undergraduates, Honours, Masters and PhD students in priority areas
Notable Grants
- Scholarships to 600+ students over past 10 years
- ~$750,000 disbursed annually across all programs
Financial History (7 years)
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Surplus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $733K | $660K | $3.1M | $73K |
| 2022 | $920K | $736K | $3.0M | $184K |
| 2021 | $707K | $751K | $3.1M | $-20,516 |
| 2020 | $564K | $606K | $2.6M | $-41,965 |
| 2019 | $644K | $518K | $2.9M | $126K |
| 2018 | $578K | $520K | $2.7M | $135K |
| 2017 | $549K | $483K | $2.5M | $100K |
Community Evidence
External EvidenceIdentity
- GS ID
- AU-ABN-15202104623
- ABN
- 15202104623
- Website
- www.playfordtrust.com.au
- Financial Year
- 2023
Focus Areas
Board & Leadership (13)
- chair
- chair
- officeholder
- other
- other
- other
- other
- other
- other
- other
- other
- other
- other
Financials
- Revenue
- $733K
- Assets
- $3.1M
Method
- Match Confidence
- registry
- Cross-references
- 2 datasets
- Match Key
- ABN
- Relationships
- 41
Matched by Australian Business Number (ABN) — high confidence. This entity was found across multiple government datasets using the same ABN.
Data Sources
JusticeHub
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View on JusticeHubLocation Intelligence
- Postcode
- 5000
- Locality
- ADELAIDE
- Remoteness
- Major Cities of Australia
- SEIFA Disadvantage
- Decile 4/10
- LGA
- Adelaide
- SA2 Region
- Adelaide
- Entities in Area
- 2,196