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Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Programs
15 (13 open)

Tips for Applicants

For specific giving purposes, particularly for bequests, it is recommended to confidentially discuss wishes with the Director of Development, Travis Polkinghorne, and to consult with family and a solicitor.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation believes in fostering community philanthropy to support the educational experience at Ballarat Grammar. They aim to provide opportunities for students who might otherwise be unable to attend, enhance facilities, and ensure the school's long-term sustainability through various giving avenues, including annual gifts, building fund contributions, and bequests.

Notable Grants

Support for the Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts
Rob and Di Olston Boarding Scholarship Fund
Ford Guthrie Scholarship Fund

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$683K
$5.7M$90.2M$88.8M
FY2022
$601K
$4.4M$94.1M$92.7M
FY2021
$541K
$4.6M$72.8M$69.9M
FY2020
$474K
$5.6M$47.5M$46.2M
FY2019
$383K
$4.0M$37.8M$36.5M
FY2018
$363K
$3.8M$32.3M$31.1M
FY2017
$466K
$3.5M$29.1M$27.9M
7yr total$3.5MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs & Opportunities (15)

13 open · 2 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 30 May 2026 (18 days ago)

13 Grants1 Scholarship1 Program

Ballarat Grammar Scholarships

Grantclosed

A diverse range of scholarships for new and current day and boarding students, recognizing academic potential, talent in areas such as music, art, dance, and drama, as well as general excellence. Specific scholarships are also available for Indigenous students.

Closes 25/10/2025Apply →

Student Scholarships (Academic, Music, Art and Design, Dance and Drama, Indigenous, Boarding General Excellence)

Grantclosed

Ballarat Grammar offers a diverse range of scholarships for new and current day and boarding students demonstrating exceptional academic potential, musical talent, artistic ability, dance/drama skills, Indigenous background, or general excellence in boarding, to contribute to the school's diverse educational environment.

Closes 25/10/2025Apply →

Academic Scholarships

Grantopen

Scholarships for new and current day and boarding students who demonstrate exceptional academic potential and achievement, recognizing those who can significantly contribute to the intellectual life of Ballarat Grammar.

Closes 30/09/2026Apply →

Dance and Drama Scholarships

Grantopen

Scholarships for students demonstrating talent in Dance and Drama.

Closes 30/09/2026Apply →

Music Scholarships

Grantopen

Scholarships for students who demonstrate outstanding musical talent and potential, offering opportunities to excel in Ballarat Grammar's music program.

Closes 30/09/2026Apply →

The Rob and Di Olston Boarding Scholarship Fund

Grantopen

A named scholarship fund providing transformative educational opportunities for boarding students at Ballarat Grammar.

The Ford Guthrie Scholarship Fund

Grantopen

A named scholarship fund providing transformative educational opportunities at Ballarat Grammar.

Ballarat Grammar Foundation Scholarship Fund

Scholarshipopen

Provides scholarships and bursaries to students who may otherwise be unable to attend Ballarat Grammar, encouraging diversity of student life.

Building Fund (Capital Works)

Programopen

Supports significant capital projects and facility updates at Ballarat Grammar, such as the Rintel sporting facility and the Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts.

Scholarship Fund (Endowed Fund)

Grantopen

Tax-deductible donations supporting scholarships and bursaries for students facing financial barriers, including named scholarships like The Rob and Di Olston Boarding Scholarship Fund and The Ford Guthrie Scholarship Fund. Contributions help maintain diversity in student enrollment.

Indigenous Scholarships

Grantopen

Scholarships specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, aiming to increase access to educational opportunities at Ballarat Grammar.

Boarding General Excellence Scholarships/Bursaries

Grantopen

Scholarships for students who demonstrate general excellence and capacity to contribute broadly to school life, including in sport, community service, leadership, the arts, and academics.

Scholarship Fund

Grantopen

Provides financial support to students who may otherwise be unable to attend the school.

Art and Design Scholarships

Grantopen

Scholarships for students demonstrating talent in Art and Design.

Travelling Scholarships for Staff

Grantopen

Funding opportunities provided by the Foundation to support staff of Ballarat Grammar in undertaking travel for professional development or educational purposes.

Program History (12)

Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.

2025-26

Academic Scholarships

Grant

Scholarships for new and current day and boarding students who demonstrate exceptional academic potential and achievement, recognizing those who can significantly contribute to the intellectual life of Ballarat Grammar.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Ballarat Grammar Scholarships

Grant

A diverse range of scholarships for new and current day and boarding students, recognizing academic potential, talent in areas such as music, art, dance, and drama, as well as general excellence. Specific.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Boarding General Excellence Scholarships/Bursaries

Grant

Scholarships for students who demonstrate general excellence and capacity to contribute broadly to school life, including in sport, community service, leadership, the arts, and academics.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Dance and Drama Scholarships

Grant

Scholarships for students demonstrating talent in Dance and Drama.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Travelling Scholarships for Staff

Grant

Funding opportunities provided by the Foundation to support staff of Ballarat Grammar in undertaking travel for professional development or educational purposes.

Places: VictoriaSource: current program surface inferred
2025-26

Art and Design Scholarships

Grant

Scholarships for students demonstrating talent in Art and Design.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Ballarat Grammar Foundation Scholarship Fund

Scholarship

Provides scholarships to students who may otherwise be unable to attend the school.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Indigenous Scholarships

Grant

Scholarships specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, aiming to increase access to educational opportunities at Ballarat Grammar.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Music Scholarships

Grant

Scholarships for students who demonstrate outstanding musical talent and potential, offering opportunities to excel in Ballarat Grammar's music program.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Student Scholarships (Academic, Music, Art and Design, Dance and Drama, Indigenous, Boarding General Excellence)

Grant

Ballarat Grammar offers a diverse range of scholarships for new and current day and boarding students demonstrating exceptional academic potential, musical talent, artistic ability, dance/drama skills, Indigenous.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

The Ford Guthrie Scholarship Fund

Grant

A named scholarship fund providing transformative educational opportunities at Ballarat Grammar.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

The Rob and Di Olston Boarding Scholarship Fund

Grant

A named scholarship fund providing transformative educational opportunities for boarding students at Ballarat Grammar.

Places: VictoriaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source

Grants in Database (6)

Focus Areas

educationindigenous
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
communityyouthdisadvantageddisabilityrural remoteindigenous

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The foundation's wealth is primarily sourced from donations from its school community, including Old Grammarians, current and past parents, staff, and friends.

Board & Leadership

Anne Gaunt
director
ACNC
ACNC
ACNC
Graeme Eyres
director
ACNC
ACNC
Mark Warwick
director
ACNC
ACNC
Phillip Mann
director
ACNC
Peter Hunt
secretary
ACNC
PETER O'dwyer
secretary
ACNC
Phillip Mann
officeholder
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foundation_board
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

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Foundation profile updated: 30 May 2026 (18 days ago)
Grant/program scan updated: 30 May 2026 (18 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (111 days ago)
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