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Annual Giving
$4.6M

About

COTA Australia Ltd is a national organization dedicated to advocating for the rights and interests of older Australians. They work to influence policy and promote positive social change for seniors, focusing on creating age-friendly communities and enhancing the quality of life for older adults across Australia.

Tips for Applicants

When applying for funding or support, emphasize programs that directly benefit older Australians and demonstrate community engagement. Highlight measurable outcomes and the potential for broader social impact.

Giving Philosophy

COTA Australia believes in empowering older individuals through advocacy, support, and resources, promoting their inclusion and participation in society. Their theory of change emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders to effect systemic change for older Australians.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$4.4M$3.3M$2.5M
FY2022
$4.4M
$6.4M$4.4M$2.8M
FY2021
$4.5M
$6.7M$2.8M$1.4M
FY2020
$4.6M
$6.8M$3.4M$1.2M
FY2019
$1.7M
$4.0M$4.8M$1.1M
FY2018
$18K
$2.1M$2.2M$1.1M
FY2017
$434K
$3.0M$2.4M$1.1M
7yr total$15.7MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

aged carecommunity
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
nfpcommunity org

Board & Leadership

DAVID SCOTT
director
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JAMES HAZEL
director
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Kate Andrews
director
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SAUL ESLAKE
director
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PATRICIA SPARROW
public officer
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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 (65 days ago)
Website scan updated: 6 March 2026 (65 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (66 days ago)
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