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Coolaroo Foundation

FoundationRegistryABN 39646702591NSW
Relationships
11
Data Sources
2
Revenue
$619K
Tax Payable
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Data as of: 15 Mar 2026

About

Australia

Giving Philosophy

The foundation believes in the deep interconnection between People and Places, focusing on long-term, evidence-based approaches to create sustainable change. They prioritize supporting organisations that address root causes of disadvantage and aim to maximise positive impact through strategic partnerships.

Wealth Source:The founder Janie Forrest made her wealth through establishing a pioneering alpaca stud in Australia, which became internationally recognized for artificial breeding techniques and fleece expertise. She also has extensive experience in the agricultural sector through her work with the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW.

Tips for Applicants

The foundation conducts personal, in-depth review of all applications and may take time to respond. They require organisations to have DGR1 status. Focus on demonstrating evidence-based approaches, clear alignment with their pillars of care, and how the project addresses root causes of disadvantage in regional/rural communities.

Programs & Opportunities (1)

Pillars of Care Grant Program
grant ·

Seven pillars: Education for All; Healthy Diets & Lifestyles; Women's & Children's Safety; Arts, Culture & Imagination; Restoring Country; Sustainable Agriculture; Biodiversity

Financial History (2 years)

YearRevenueExpensesAssetsSurplus
2023$619K$103K$1.8M$516K
2022$1.1M$39K$984K$1.0M
0
Grants Given (AU)
$80K
0
Volunteers
4
Donations Received
$450K

Community Evidence

External Evidence

Identity

GS ID
AU-ABN-39646702591
ABN
39646702591
Sector
community
Financial Year
2023

Focus Areas

Geography
AU-National
Purposes
General Public
Beneficiaries
Other

Board & Leadership

  • Janie Forrest - Chair
  • Olivia Hicks - Director
  • Fiona David - Director
  • John Morrison - Director

Financials

Revenue
$619K
Assets
$1.8M

Method

Match Confidence
registry
Cross-references
2 datasets
Match Key
ABN
Relationships
11

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

Data Sources

ACNCFoundations

Location Intelligence

Postcode
2541
Locality
BANGALEE
Remoteness
Inner Regional Australia
SEIFA Disadvantage
Decile 2/10
LGA
Shoalhaven
SA2 Region
North Nowra - Bomaderry
Entities in Area
382

This entity is in a postcode ranked in the most disadvantaged 20% nationally (SEIFA Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage, ABS 2021 Census).

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