Gondwana Rainforest Trust Ltd

About

Gondwana Rainforest Trust is dedicated to safeguarding the world's rainforests by purchasing, protecting and restoring endangered rainforest ecosystems in Northern NSW and Far North Queensland. The Trust focuses on high conservation value rainforest acquisition, degraded rainforest restoration, and nature-based solutions including carbon sequestration through reforestation. They collaborate with Traditional Owners and support biodiversity conservation across 38 properties, having established over 217,000 trees and regenerated 100+ hectares.

Giving Philosophy

The Trust prioritises projects that conserve biodiversity, maintain intact landscapes, reverse environmental declines, and strengthen communities. They value collaboration with Indigenous Traditional Owners, long-term conservation outcomes, and nature-based solutions that provide dual benefits for people and nature. Funding supports both direct land acquisition and on-ground restoration work.

Tips for Applicants

Approach with clearly demonstrated conservation outcomes, evidence of biodiversity impact, and partnership arrangements with Traditional Owners. Emphasise measurable results like hectares protected or restored, species conserved, and community engagement. Projects in the Daintree region or Northern NSW/QLD rainforests aligned with their existing programs are most likely to succeed.

Programs & Opportunities (1)

Notable Grants

• $25,000 Rainforest Restoration Community Grants (2023)

Financial History (5 years)