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The Trustee For Helen Macpherson Smith Trust
High
Annual Giving
$4.8M
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Endowment
$150.0M
About
Helen Macpherson Smith Trust is a Victorian-based philanthropic foundation that partners with organizations to contribute to meaningful improvements in the lives of Victorians, focusing on areas such as arts, education, health, environment, and community.
Tips for Applicants
Organizations should align with the Trust's strategic priorities and submit a grant enquiry through the Trust's online portal to be considered for funding.
Giving Philosophy
The Trust approaches giving through long-term partnerships and grants, aiming to improve outcomes for Victorians by supporting evidence-based initiatives and capacity-building projects.
Notable Grants
■$1,500,000 over five years to the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) for the project 'Investing in Rural Community Futures'
■$1,000,000 over three years to Community Foundations Australia for capacity development
Giving History
2025
$4.8M
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $4.7M | $7.3M | $159.0M | $153.2M |
| FY2022 | $4.2M | $14.2M | $139.6M | $135.9M |
| FY2021 | $4.0M | $5.1M | $145.3M | $141.6M |
| FY2020 | $3.2M | $5.5M | $124.0M | $120.3M |
| FY2019 | $4.5M | $10.9M | $133.0M | $128.8M |
| FY2018 | $3.7M | $6.4M | $122.2M | $119.2M |
| FY2017 | $4.0M | $6.4M | $116.0M | $112.5M |
| 7yr total | $28.4M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
artseducationhealthenvironmentcommunityhuman rightsindigenous
Geographic
AU-VIC
Recipients
nfpcommunity orgschoolhospital
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Inheritance and investment returns from the initial bequest of £275,000 in 1951 by Helen Macpherson Schutt (née Smith).
Revenue Sources
investments
Board & Leadership
ACNC
Alexandra Gartmann
trustee
ACNC
Andrew Sisson
trustee
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John Daley
trustee
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Natasha Bowness
trustee
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Terry Symonds
trustee
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