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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 June 2026
Found in 2 systems—ACNC CharitiesFoundations

Giving Philosophy

The foundation values deep connection to place and equitable access to opportunities for all people. It seeks collaborative partnerships with organisations demonstrating genuine understanding of regional/rural needs and environmental stewardship. Grants are awarded to projects aligned with their dual pillars of people care and place care.

Wealth Source:Family-established corporate foundation founded in 2021 by Janie Forrest, continuing the family's passion for supporting regional communities and environments.

Tips for Applicants

Approach with a collaborative mindset—highlight how your project strengthens both community wellbeing and environmental outcomes. Demonstrate your connection to and understanding of regional or rural contexts, as the foundation values authentic engagement with place and people.

Programs & Opportunities (1)

Pillars of Care Grant Program
grant · education, health, community, environment, arts ·

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
Financial Year
2023

Focus Areas

Geography
AU-National
Purposes
General Public
Beneficiaries
Other

Board & Leadership (5)

  • Janie Forrest
    chair
  • Fiona David
    director
  • Jane-Marie Forrest
    director
  • John Morrison
    director
  • Olivia Hicks
    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

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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
385

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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