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Annual Giving
$8.4M

About

The School of St Jude Limited is an Australian philanthropic organization dedicated to providing free education to children from the poorest backgrounds in Tanzania. It aims to combat poverty through education, empowering students to achieve their potential and contribute to their communities.

Tips for Applicants

Focus on demonstrating the needs of the community and how educational initiatives are crucial for long-term impact. Clearly outline how requested funding will directly support the mission to provide free education.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation believes in the transformative power of education as a tool for socio-economic change. Its theory of change centers on providing high-quality education to disadvantaged children, creating sustainable pathways for future generations to rise out of poverty.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$8.4M
Unknown AU + $8.4M intl
$9.2M$31.5M$30.7M
FY2022
$7.3M
Unknown AU + $7.3M intl
$9.0M$28.7M$27.5M
FY2021
$4.9M
Unknown AU + $4.9M intl
$10.0M$29.7M$27.7M
FY2020
$5.8M
Unknown AU + $5.8M intl
$8.8M$20.8M$19.4M
FY2019
$4.6M
Unknown AU + $4.6M intl
$7.3M$17.3M$17.3M
FY2018
$4.0M
Unknown AU + $4.0M intl
$6.4M$14.1M$14.1M
FY2017
$3.5M
Unknown AU + $3.5M intl
$7.1M$11.1M$11.1M
7yr total$38.5MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

education
Geographic
International
Recipients
schoolcommunity orgindividual

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The foundation was established by Gemma Sisia, an Australian teacher who founded The School of St Jude in Tanzania after realizing the need for quality education among underprivileged children. It is primarily funded through donations and philanthropic support.
Revenue Sources
donations

Board & Leadership

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John Bailey
director
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Shean Gannon
director
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David Collins
officeholder
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Rita Harris
secretary
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Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: medium
Foundation profile updated: 6 March 2026 (114 days ago)
Website scan updated: 6 March 2026 (114 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (116 days ago)
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