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Annual Giving
$210.0M
Grant Range
$50K – $100.0M
Programs
1 (1 open)

About

Minderoo Foundation is a grantmaker that supports various causes including arts, education, health, and the environment, with a focus on creating positive change in communities. They back organizations and initiatives that align with their mission and values. Minderoo Foundation is part of the Minderoo Group, founded by Andrew and Nicola Forrest.

Tips for Applicants

Minderoo Foundation looks for partners who share their vision and values, and who are working towards creating positive change in their communities. They consider applications from organizations that are aligned with their focus areas and are committed to achieving measurable impact.

Giving Philosophy

Minderoo Foundation approaches giving by partnering with organizations to create measurable impact, advocating for system change, and developing solutions to complex problems. They believe in empowering communities and supporting initiatives that drive positive change.

Notable Grants

$3.6 million to the Minderoo Children’s Comprehensive Cancer Centre

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$318K
$4.7M$1.4M$921K
FY2022
$1.3M
$90K AU + $1.2M intl
$2.0M$711K$-200,616
2yr total$1.6MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs & Opportunities (1)

1 open · sorted by deadline · last checked 8 May 2026 (36 days ago)

Minderoo Foundation Artist Fund

Grantopen

The program supports mid-career artists to tackle new ideas and contribute to the cultural landscape of WA.

Up to $35KApply →

Focus Areas

artsindigenoushealtheducationenvironmentcommunityresearchhuman rightsyouth
Geographic
AU-NationalAU-WAAU-QLDAU-NSWAU-VICInternational
Recipients
nfpcommunity orgresearchschoolhospitaluniversity

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
Forrest (Fortescue Metals)
Parent Company
Minderoo Group
Revenue Sources
mining

Board & Leadership

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Data Sources

Profile quality: medium
Foundation profile updated: 7 June 2026 (5 days ago)
Grant/program scan updated: 8 May 2026 (36 days ago)
Website pages scraped: 5
Added: 5 March 2026 (100 days ago)
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