AUSTRALIAN COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION
About
Australian Communities Foundation (ACF) is a community foundation distributing 9.6M in grants (15-month period to Sep 2024) to 1,000+ organisations through 1,800+ grants. Administers the Just Futures grant round with Paul Ramsay Foundation — M to 11 organisations working on Indigenous and youth justice alternatives to incarceration. Partners with Thirriwirri (First Nations intermediary). One of Australia's fastest-growing community foundations.
Tips for Applicants
Not-for-profits should explore funding opportunities through ACF's various giving vehicles and collective funds (such as the Impact Fund) rather than direct application. Organisations should align their work with ACF's focus areas and demonstrate clear community need and impact potential; consider engaging with ACF's advisory services to understand best fit with available funding mechanisms.
Giving Philosophy
Community foundation model — donor-advised funds, collaborative giving, pooled impact. Partners with PRF on justice reform through Just Futures.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $11.9M | $21.0M | $102.8M | $101.8M |
| FY2022 | $11.7M | $19.0M | $92.0M | $90.5M |
| FY2021 | $8.8M | $18.0M | $98.9M | $98.2M |
| FY2020 | $8.5M | $19.5M | $82.8M | $82.3M |
| FY2019 | $8.3M | $14.3M | $78.5M | $78.4M |
| FY2018 | $6.9M $6.8M AU + $98K intl | $20.6M | $72.3M | $72.1M |
| FY2017 | $5.9M $5.6M AU + $354K intl | $13.0M | $61.1M | $60.6M |
| 7yr total | $62.0M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||