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Melbourne Art Foundation Ltd
Low
Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Tips for Applicants
Focus on demonstrating the societal impact of the proposed projects and how they contribute to the arts, especially in relation to Indigenous communities and contemporary practices.
Giving Philosophy
The foundation believes in stimulating the arts ecology by providing access to artistic experiences and critical engagement with the arts, fostering a dialogue between artists, galleries, and the public.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $1.2M | $1.4M | $434K |
| FY2022 | — | $2.3M | $376K | $254K |
| FY2021 | — | $758K | $658K | $319K |
| FY2020 | — | $371K | $543K | $117K |
| FY2019 | — | $1.1M | $218K | $164K |
| FY2018 | — | $381K | $664K | $358K |
| FY2017 | — | $122K | $364K | $327K |
| 7yr total | Unknown | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
artsindigenous
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
communityagedindigenous
Board & Leadership
Peter Jopling AM, KC
chair
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Adriano Fini
director
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Adrian Fini OAM
other
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Alan Pigott
board member
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Alan Pigott
other
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Andrew Jensen
board member
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Andrew Jensen
other
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Andrew Kirk
board member
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Andrew Kirk
other
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Daine Singer
board member
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Daine Singer
other
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Jack Jans
board member
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Jack Wilkie
other
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Joanna Strumpf
other
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Michaela Webb
other
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Michaela Webb
secretary
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Nicholas Thompson
board member
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Nicholas Thompson
other
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PETER JOPLING
board member
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Rose Hiscock
board member
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Rose Hiscock
other
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Added: 27 February 2026 (111 days ago)
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