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Surfrider Foundation Limited
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should focus on clear and actionable plans that demonstrate community engagement and align with environmental protection goals. Highlighting partnerships with local organizations may strengthen proposals.
Giving Philosophy
Surfrider Foundation believes in empowering local communities through education and advocacy to protect marine environments. Their theory of change revolves around grassroots mobilization and raising awareness about environmental issues affecting Australia’s coastlines.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $460K | $142K | $17K |
| FY2022 | — | $439K | $215K | $87K |
| FY2021 | — | $264K | $149K | $61K |
| FY2020 | — | $284K | $128K | $44K |
| FY2019 | — | $302K | $198K | $49K |
| FY2018 | $20K | $109K | $100K | $47K |
| FY2017 | $20K | $84K | $78K | $22K |
| 7yr total | $40K | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
educationenvironmentindigenous
Geographic
AU-NSWAU-QLDAU-VICAU-WA
Recipients
communityyouthageddisabilityindigenous
Board & Leadership
Joe Walsh
director
ACNC
Joshua Bull
director
ACNC
Michaela Dommisse
director
ACNC
Nicholas Chadwick
director
ACNC
Peter Trueman
director
ACNC
Rachael Parker
director
ACNC
Elizabeth Byrne
board member
ACNC
Rafael Fernandez
board member
ACNC
Tessa Josselin
board member
ACNC
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Added: 27 February 2026 (108 days ago)
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