Columban Overseas Aid Fund
About
Columban Overseas Aid Fund is the charitable arm of St Columbans Mission Society, a Catholic missionary organization founded in 1918. It operates from a standpoint of solidarity with the poor, focusing on justice, peace, and integrity of creation across 15 countries. The organization funds its own missionaries and development projects, including interfaith relations, educational programs, and community development initiatives in developing nations.
Tips for Applicants
This organization does not appear to operate as a traditional grantmaker accepting external applications. Those seeking funding should consider whether their work aligns with Columban missionary priorities and may need to contact the organization directly to discuss potential partnerships. Potential donors or those seeking support should engage through their established appeal programs.
Giving Philosophy
As a Catholic missionary society, the organization approaches giving through direct involvement in charitable work rather than traditional grantmaking. It supports its own missionaries and projects in 15 countries, prioritizing communities in poverty, interfaith relations, and environmental stewardship as expressions of Catholic social teaching.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $1.3M Unknown AU + $1.3M intl | $1.1M | $359K | $349K |
| FY2022 | $597K Unknown AU + $597K intl | $551K | $611K | $585K |
| FY2021 | $629K Unknown AU + $629K intl | $623K | $931K | $692K |
| FY2020 | $892K Unknown AU + $892K intl | $877K | $902K | $730K |
| FY2019 | $576K Unknown AU + $576K intl | $794K | $1.0M | $775K |
| FY2018 | $750K Unknown AU + $750K intl | $880K | $637K | $599K |
| FY2017 | $582K Unknown AU + $582K intl | $611K | $509K | $506K |
| 7yr total | $5.3M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||