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Annual Giving
$1.1M

About

Thanksgiving Australia is a charitable organization that supports underprivileged communities in developing countries, primarily in the Philippines, Nepal and other nations. They focus on poverty alleviation, rural community development, healthcare access, education, and sustainable development. Their work includes funding farm and community centers, medical services, and partnering with local NGOs to support 28 rural villages across multiple countries.

Tips for Applicants

Given their focus on NGO partnerships and specific international development projects, potential applicants should demonstrate clear alignment with their SDG priorities, show evidence of community need, and emphasize sustainable, measurable outcomes. As a smaller foundation, they likely favor direct, grassroots connections and practical community impact over complex proposals.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation operates on a community-focused model, partnering with NGOs to support grassroots development projects in rural villages. They align their giving with the Sustainable Development Goals and prioritize projects that address poverty, hunger, health, education, and sustainable communities.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$1.1M
Unknown AU + $1.1M intl
$1.4M$538K$536K
FY2022
$1.1M
Unknown AU + $1.1M intl
$1.3M$356K$356K
FY2021
$148K
Unknown AU + $148K intl
$374K$222K$222K
3yr total$2.4MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

internationalcommunityhealtheducationpovertyenvironmentgender-equalitysocial-enterprise
Geographic
AU-Nationalinternational
Recipients
rural communitiesunderprivileged populationsNGO partnersvillage communities

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The organization raises funds through charitable campaigns, individual donations, bequests through wills (partnering with SafeWill), and volunteer contributions. Their annual giving of approximately $1.1M suggests a community-based fundraising model relying on public donations.

Board & Leadership

ACNC
Ishak Amir
officeholder
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 7 March 2026 (101 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (104 days ago)
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