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Cannon-Brookes Foundation
Low
Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Tips for Applicants
Organizations serving youth, children, or disadvantaged communities—particularly those working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples or in rural areas—should align applications with the foundation's equity focus. Given the foundation's broad beneficiary scope and $500,000 annual budget, consider whether your organization addresses multiple priority areas or serves underrepresented populations.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation appears to prioritize broad-based social equity and community support, with particular emphasis on vulnerable and underrepresented populations. Its wide range of beneficiary categories suggests a commitment to inclusive giving that addresses systemic disadvantage across multiple demographics and geographies.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $6.0M | $9.7M | $46.8M | $46.8M |
| FY2022 | $5.5M | $1.8M | $43.0M | $43.0M |
| FY2021 | $3.4M | $54.8M | $51.6M | $51.6M |
| 3yr total | $14.9M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Grants in Database (2)
Focus Areas
indigenous
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
youthdisadvantagedrural remoteindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Corporate foundation, likely derived from the wealth of the Cannon-Brookes family (associated with technology/business sector in Australia).
Board & Leadership
Faris Cosic
director
ACNC
Michael Cannon-Brookes
director
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.
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Foundation profile updated: 10 March 2026 (100 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (111 days ago)
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