THE PRATT FAMILY FOUNDATION

Political Donations ($165K)

Board Interlocks (7 shared directors)

Giving Philosophy

The foundation operates with a shared vision of supporting charitable enterprises and adding value to philanthropy, prioritizing empirical needs and addressing pressing social issues. It aims to promote sustainability, support education and healthcare on a global scale, and has a central commitment to the Australian Jewish community, Israel, and world Jewry. Anthony Pratt, a leader in the family, has also publicly pledged to give away $1 billion to charity during his lifetime, emphasizing a 'Giving While Living' approach to philanthropy.

Notable Grants

• $1 million to Monash University's Centre for Theatre and Performance (2016).
• Significant sums for a memorial park in Israel for Australian soldiers (2006).
• Support for Australian Chamber Orchestra, Opera Australia, and Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.
• Funding for The Wilderness Society.
• Funding for youth centers, hospital equipment, and school enhancements through Visy Cares program.
• $1 million for Australian bushfire relief via Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (2020).
• Donations of toys and resources annually to the Royal Children's Hospital.
• Acquisition of neonatal cots for Wodonga Hospital.
• $1 million for COVID-19 treatment research at the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity at the University of Melbourne (2020).
• Support for the Peres Peace Center in Israel.
• Annual contributions of approximately $4 million to the United Israel Appeal.

Financial History (7 years)