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Annual Giving
$5.4M

About

The Pew Charitable Trusts is an international philanthropic organization that aims to improve public policy and provide support for important social issues through research and advocacy. Focused on solving challenging problems, they engage with communities and governments to promote knowledge-driven solutions in various thematic areas.

Tips for Applicants

Potential applicants should focus on demonstrating a strong data-driven approach in their proposals, as Pew prioritizes research and evidence-based solutions to social issues. Engaging with community needs and showing alignment with their thematic priorities can enhance the likelihood of support.

Giving Philosophy

Pew believes in the power of knowledge and rigorous analysis to inform public policy and improve civic life. They focus on empowering communities and leveraging data to drive change and enhance the effectiveness of charitable activities.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$2.7M
$2K$654K$-56,207,232
FY2022
$4.5M
$126$743K$-49,790,632
FY2021
$4.0M
$251$767K$-43,160,129
FY2020
$5.1M
$4K$1.4M$-37,082,778
FY2019
$1.3M
$11K$1.0M$-29,348,841
FY2018
$5.4M
$11K$1.7M$-25,718,097
FY2017
$3.7M
$259K$1.1M$-18,000,966
7yr total$26.5MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

healthcommunityenvironmentresearchtechnologyhousinglegal
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
nfpcommunity orgresearchuniversity

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
The Pew Charitable Trusts originated from the wealth of the Pew family, who made their fortune primarily in the oil industry through the Sun Oil Company.
Revenue Sources
finance, media

Board & Leadership

Clayton Rose
director
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Willa Seldon
director
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Rea Holmes
officeholder
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Sarah Senno
officeholder
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Sharon Nokes
secretary
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Susan Urahn
officeholder
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Data Sources

Profile quality: high
Foundation profile updated: 9 May 2026 (1 day ago)
Website scan updated: 9 May 2026 (1 day ago)
Website pages scraped: 5
Added: 5 March 2026 (66 days ago)
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