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Asia Pacific Internet Development Trust

FoundationRegistryABN 35932505068QLD
Relationships
19
Data Sources
2
Revenue
$46.5M
Tax Payable
—
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Data as of: 19 June 2026
Found in 2 systems—ACNC CharitiesFoundations

Board Interlocks (3 shared directors)

Richard Brownalso sits on
Independent Schools Queensland LtdPeel Community Men's Shed IncSt Clements Mosman Education FundThe Orchard Church of Christ Inc.The River Nile Learning Centre Inc.+2 more
Jun Muraialso sits on
APNIC FOUNDATION LIMITED
RICHARD BROWNalso sits on
Lifestart Foundation Inc

Giving Philosophy

APIDT operates as a strategic infrastructure funder in the internet development space, with a theory of change focused on improving regional connectivity and technical capacity. The trust invests in physical infrastructure (like cable systems and IRUs), skills development, and R&D to strengthen the internet ecosystem across the Asia Pacific. Their approach combines grant-making with direct infrastructure investments and partnerships with established internet organisations like APNIC Foundation.

Wealth Source:The trust's initial wealth came primarily from a substantial donation in kind of IP addresses from the WIDE Project valued at approximately $586 million (2020), which were subsequently sold to fund initiatives. The trust has built and maintains a significant investment portfolio (valued at $523 million as of Dec 2022) generating returns to support ongoing grant-making activities.

Tips for Applicants

APIDT is a niche infrastructure-focused funder in the internet development space with strong ties to APNIC and the Asia Pacific internet community. Given the trust's significant endowment and direct infrastructure investments (IRUs, cable systems), applicants should demonstrate clear alignment with Asia Pacific internet development goals. The trust appears to favour established organisations with technical expertise in networking infrastructure. Grant applications should emphasise capacity building, regional impact, and projects that enhance internet openness, stability, and security.

Financial History (3 years)

YearRevenueExpensesAssetsSurplus
2023$46.5M$23.5M$572.5M$22.9M
2022$4.7M$84.8M$554.5M$-80,042,812
2021$590.9M$17.4M$575.3M$579.1M
0
Grants Given (AU)
$19.1M
Staff (FTE)
3
Volunteers
5
0

Community Evidence

External Evidence

Identity

GS ID
AU-ABN-35932505068
ABN
35932505068
Sector
education
Website
apidt.org
Financial Year
2023

Focus Areas

Themes
educationcommunity
Geography
AU-National
Purposes
EducationSocial Welfare
Beneficiaries
Other Charities

Board & Leadership (5)

Financials

Revenue
$46.5M
Assets
$572.5M

Method

Match Confidence
registry
Cross-references
2 datasets
Match Key
ABN
Relationships
19

Matched by Australian Business Number (ABN) — high confidence. This entity was found across multiple government datasets using the same ABN.

Data Sources

ACNCFoundations

JusticeHub

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Location Intelligence

Postcode
4101
Locality
4101
SEIFA Disadvantage
Decile 8/10
Entities in Area
815