Sydney Community Foundation
Concentration RiskGiving Philosophy
Operates on a community foundation model where donors establish named funds or contribute to pooled funds, enabling individuals and families to create lasting philanthropic legacies. Focuses on building permanent endowments where investment returns fund grants in perpetuity, supporting grassroots organizations and community-led initiatives across Greater Sydney with an emphasis on local impact and donor engagement.
Tips for Applicants
As a community foundation, Sydney Community Foundation distributes grants through donor-advised funds and pooled funds with varying criteria. Contact them directly to understand current funding priorities and application cycles. Emphasize local Sydney impact, community engagement, and organizational sustainability. Strong applications demonstrate clear community need, measurable outcomes, and potential for lasting change. Smaller grassroots organizations are often preferred recipients.
Programs & Opportunities (1)
General grants for Greater Sydney community organizations working in arts, education, environment, health, and community development, typically distributed from donor-advised and pooled funds
Financial History (7 years)
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Surplus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | — | — | $2.8M | — |
| 2018 | — | — | $2.5M | — |
| 2017 | — | — | — | — |
Community Evidence
External EvidenceIdentity
- GS ID
- AU-ABN-51104436955
- ABN
- 51104436955
- Sector
- arts
- Website
- sydcf.org.au/
- Financial Year
- 2023
Focus Areas
Board & Leadership (8)
- David McCarthyboard member
- Eric Mooreboard member
- Georgina Byronboard member
- Joanna Ryanboard member
- Lisa Chungboard member
- Melanie Leijerboard member
- Rhonda Itaouiboard member
- Sophie McCarthychair
Method
- Match Confidence
- registry
- Cross-references
- 2 datasets
- Match Key
- ABN
- Relationships
- 23
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
- 2042
- Locality
- Newtown (NSW)
- Remoteness
- Major Cities of Australia
- SEIFA Disadvantage
- Decile 9/10
- LGA
- Sydney
- SA2 Region
- Newtown (NSW)
- Entities in Area
- 251