The Trustee For Nida Foundation Trust
Giving Philosophy
The foundation's giving philosophy is deeply intertwined with NIDA's mission to provide world-class dramatic arts education. It aims to nurture the potential of individual students, ensure comprehensive training, and empower new generations of diverse storytellers, particularly focusing on First Nations Peoples and People of Colour, for successful careers in the screen and performing arts industries. The core belief is that excellence in training directly translates to excellence in the art itself.
Programs & Opportunities (15)
Two scholarships for Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Directing or Dramatic Writing students who are women and/or nonbinary with intersectional backgrounds, including gender identity, cultural identity, people with a disability, or people within the LGBTQIA+ community.
These are 'Life-Changing Scholarships' provided through the generosity of donors to support NIDA students.
A three-year scholarship for a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) First Nations student experiencing financial need.
Two scholarships for Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Directing or Dramatic Writing First Nations students, including funding for a paid industry placement.
This scholarship supports incoming Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) First Nations students experiencing financial need, providing funding, mentoring, travel assistance, an On-Country experience, and a paid internship.
This scholarship supports Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Directing students at NIDA.
This scholarship supports a Master of Fine Arts (Writing or Directing) student who is traditionally underrepresented in the industry and experiencing financial need.
These are 'Life-Changing Scholarships' provided through the generosity of donors to support NIDA students.
These scholarships support Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Master of Fine Arts (MFA) students from regional or remote areas experiencing financial need.
This scholarship supports students with a disability pursuing their studies at NIDA.
This scholarship supports a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Design student of Hellenic (Greek) or First Nations background experiencing financial need.
This scholarship provides funding for a Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-up Services) student who identifies as First Nations and/or a person of colour (POC) to cover academic fees, travel, and living expenses.
These are 'Life-Changing Scholarships' provided through the generosity of donors to support NIDA students.
NIDA offers a range of scholarships to remove financial barriers for talented students from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD), and people with a disability, pursuing careers in dramatic arts. These scholarships can cover accommodation, living costs, travel, and tuition fees.
This scholarship supports a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) student from a historically underrepresented background in the stage and screen industry.
Financial History (7 years)
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Surplus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.9M | $1.0M | $15.6M | $865K |
| 2022 | $1.6M | $858K | $13.3M | $767K |
| 2021 | $1.4M | $518K | $14.0M | $865K |
| 2020 | $943K | $1.1M | $12.0M | $-145,576 |
| 2019 | $1.1M | $1.2M | $12.1M | $-126,757 |
| 2018 | $1.3M | $1.0M | $10.8M | $282K |
| 2017 | $2.0M | $999K | $11.1M | $1.9M |
Community Evidence
External EvidenceIdentity
- GS ID
- AU-ABN-19508938522
- ABN
- 19508938522
- Sector
- arts
- Website
- www.nida.edu.au/
- Financial Year
- 2023
Focus Areas
Board & Leadership (7)
- James MARSHALLboard member
- Andrew Banksdirector
- Anna Samiosdirector
- Catherine Westdirector
- Michael Casseldirector
- Peter Ivanydirector
- VICTORIA BUCHANdirector
Financials
- Revenue
- $1.9M
- Assets
- $15.6M
Method
- Match Confidence
- registry
- Cross-references
- 1 dataset
- Match Key
- ABN
- Relationships
- 16
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
- 2033
- Locality
- Kensington (NSW)
- Remoteness
- Major Cities of Australia
- SEIFA Disadvantage
- Decile 9/10
- LGA
- Sydney
- SA2 Region
- Kensington (NSW)
- Entities in Area
- 82