Epilepsy Foundation
Tips for Applicants
As the Epilepsy Foundation is primarily a service delivery organisation, it does not offer external grants. Individuals, families, and organisations should engage by accessing their direct support services, education programs, and advocacy resources. Opportunities for partnership may exist for specific research or awareness initiatives aligned with their mission.
Giving Philosophy
As a direct service delivery charity, its core philosophy is to empower individuals affected by epilepsy through comprehensive support, education, and advocacy, rather than providing external grants to other organisations. Its impact is achieved through its programs and services designed to meet the needs of the epilepsy community.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $11.1M | $17.9M | $7.9M |
| FY2022 | $784K | $9.9M | $18.6M | $7.8M |
| FY2021 | $529K | $8.7M | $18.7M | $7.8M |
| FY2020 | $1.4M | $6.5M | $14.6M | $5.5M |
| FY2019 | $227K | $5.0M | $8.3M | $5.3M |
| FY2018 | — | $4.1M | $6.1M | $5.0M |
| FY2017 | — | $4.2M | $5.9M | $4.9M |
| 7yr total | $2.9M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (3)
2 open · 1 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 5 March 2026 (110 days ago)
SYNGAP-1 Research Grant
This grant, in collaboration with Syngap Research Fund Australia, sought Expressions of Interest (EOI) from investigators for SYNGAP-1 research, focusing on novel therapeutic approaches or clinical trial readiness projects for SYNGAP-1.
Epilepsy Foundation Research Fund
Grants for medical and psycho-social research into epilepsy including pre-clinical, translational, clinical and social/community research. Must be for organisations with DGR Item 1 and Tax Concession Charity status.
Australian Epilepsy Research Fund (AERF)
This fund supports innovative and high-quality research aimed at curing epilepsy or reducing its impact on people's lives, and finding new and improved treatments. It supports researchers, universities, research institutes, and hospitals, with applications open to organisations holding Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) Item 1 and Tax Concession Charity (TCC) status.
Program History (3)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
Epilepsy Foundation Research Fund
Grants for medical and psycho-social research into epilepsy including pre-clinical, translational, clinical and social/community research. Must be for organisations with DGR Item 1 and Tax Concession Charity status.
SYNGAP-1 Research Grant
This grant, in collaboration with Syngap Research Fund Australia, sought Expressions of Interest (EOI) from investigators for SYNGAP-1 research, focusing on novel therapeutic approaches or clinical trial readiness.
Australian Epilepsy Research Fund (AERF)
This fund supports innovative and high-quality research aimed at curing epilepsy or reducing its impact on people's lives, and finding new and improved treatments. It supports researchers, universities, research.