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The Trustee For The Ian Potter Cultural Trust
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Programs
1 (1 open)
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should carefully review eligibility criteria and focus their proposals on professional development opportunities. The Trust provides specific guidance, suggesting a well-researched and articulate application is key to success.
Giving Philosophy
The Trust values the diversity and excellence of Australian artists, providing grants and fellowships specifically for professional development. They aim to support early-career artists in enhancing their skills and careers, with a structured application process that emphasizes eligibility and project alignment.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $1.9M | $2.0M | $1.2M | $63K |
| FY2022 | $209K | $215K | $226K | $35K |
| FY2021 | $361K | $382K | $346K | $29K |
| FY2020 | $497K | $490K | $189K | $10K |
| FY2019 | $525K | $527K | $75K | $27K |
| FY2018 | $328K | $350K | $53K | $25K |
| FY2017 | $331K | $282K | $113K | $3K |
| 7yr total | $4.2M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (1)
1 open · sorted by deadline · last checked 2 March 2026 (72 days ago)
Emerging Artist Grants
Grantopen
Supports early-career artists to undertake professional development opportunities.
Grants in Database (1)
Focus Areas
arts
Geographic
AU-ACTAU-NSWAU-NTAU-SAAU-TAS
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
The foundation's wealth originates from an endowment established by its founder, Ian Potter, indicating a private or family philanthropic source.
Board & Leadership
Alison Watkins
trustee
ACNC
Allan James Myers
trustee
ACNC
Anthony Burgess
trustee
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Craig Drummond
trustee
ACNC
Jonathan Mills
trustee
ACNC
Karen Day
trustee
ACNC
Kathryn North
trustee
ACNC
Patrick Houlihan
trustee
ACNC
Paul Conroy
public officer
ACNC
Primrose Potter
trustee
ACNC
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Added: 27 February 2026 (75 days ago)
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