The Shepherd and Mother of Light

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Foundation|ABN 57724307648|www.sml.org.au ACNC Register →

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Annual Giving

$100K

Grant Range

$5K – $500K

Tips for Applicants

Given this foundation's specific focus on extreme poverty in Egypt and its Coptic Christian heritage, applicants should demonstrate clear connections to serving the most financially disadvantaged families in Egyptian communities. Applications should emphasize measurable outcomes in lifting families above the poverty line and address basic human needs.

Giving Philosophy

SML focuses on sustainable poverty alleviation for the most disadvantaged families living in extreme poverty in Egypt, targeting those earning less than 10 cents per day. The foundation takes a holistic approach addressing basic needs including health, education, and social welfare, aiming to move families from below the poverty line to self-sufficiency.

ACNC Financial History

Year	Grants Given	Revenue	Total Assets	Net Assets
FY2023	$860K Unknown AU + $860K intl	$809K	$15K	$15K
FY2022	$950K Unknown AU + $950K intl	$925K	$68K	$68K
FY2021	$1.0M Unknown AU + $1.0M intl	$868K	$95K	$95K
FY2020	$1.4M Unknown AU + $1.4M intl	$916K	$229K	$229K
FY2019	—	$2.5M	$732K	$732K
FY2018	$1.1M Unknown AU + $1.1M intl	$857K	$1.2M	$1.2M
6yr total	$5.3M	Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

educationhealthcommunity

Geographic

AU-National

Recipients

disadvantageddisabilityrural remote

Financial Details

Source of Wealth

Based on its Coptic Christian origins and Australian registration, the foundation appears to be community-funded through donations from the Coptic Christian community in Australia and potentially other religious and humanitarian networks.