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Silver Lining Foundation Australia Ltd
Low
Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Tips for Applicants
Approach with programs focused on Indigenous youth education and training in Queensland. Emphasise pathways to employment, hands-on learning components, and ensure governance includes Indigenous representation. Direct applications through their website contact form.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation is governed by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and focuses on providing education, training, and pathway opportunities to help Indigenous youth achieve positive futures. They value cultural empowerment and hands-on learning approaches.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $8K | $7.5M | $11.6M | $8.7M |
| FY2022 | $6K | $5.7M | $9.3M | $7.9M |
| FY2021 | $458K | $6.5M | $7.4M | $6.6M |
| FY2020 | — | $4.7M | $5.0M | $4.7M |
| FY2019 | — | $4.4M | $3.3M | $3.0M |
| FY2018 | — | $13K | $192K | $-309,877 |
| 6yr total | $473K | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
artsindigenouscommunity
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
youthdisadvantagedrural remoteindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Corporate foundation with wealth derived from business operations, though specific corporate source is not publicly detailed.
Board & Leadership
Nigel Daisy
chair
ACNC
Noel Gertz
director
ACNC
Ross Mack
director
ACNC
Alison Wale
secretary
ACNC
Nigel Daisy
other
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Simon Allen
other
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 10 March 2026 (100 days ago)
Website pages scraped: 5
Added: 27 February 2026 (111 days ago)
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