National Foundation for Medical Research and Innovation
Tips for Applicants
Prospective applicants should focus on submitting expressions of interest or nominations for awards, highlighting innovative and high-quality biomedical research projects with clearly identified impact objectives. Pay close attention to specific deadlines for EOI and award nominations.
Giving Philosophy
The Foundation approaches its giving by identifying, evaluating, and supporting innovative and high-quality biomedical research projects with clear impact objectives. It fosters a culture of social investment, partnering with researchers to provide support and knowledge, and aims to maximise the social returns from its grants.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $803K | $1.7M | $27.1M | $26.9M |
| FY2022 | $1.1M | $2.1M | $24.9M | $24.8M |
| FY2021 | $1.2M | $1.8M | $27.5M | $27.4M |
| FY2020 | $1.2M | $1.9M | $25.7M | $25.6M |
| FY2019 | $957K | $2.6M | $26.1M | $26.0M |
| FY2018 | $893K | $2.6M | $23.2M | $22.9M |
| FY2017 | $669K | $1.2M | $23.4M | $23.0M |
| 7yr total | $6.7M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (3)
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General Grant Round
General funding round for medical research (P2 & P3 stages only)
Childhood and Youth Diseases Grant Round
Grant round focused on childhood and youth diseases (P2 & P3 stages)
Alzheimer's Disease Grant Round
Grant round funding Alzheimer's disease research (P1, P2 & P3 stages)