Australian Foundations

The Mujaay Ganma Foundation is an Aboriginal-led organisation based in Bowraville, NSW that works to improve the wellbeing of Country and community through culturally respectful support. The foundation originated from the need to provide culturally friendly emotional, physical, and spiritual support to Aboriginal people and families affected by cancer. It aims to expand its impact to support Aboriginal children's healthy lifestyles and broader community wellbeing while prioritising the regeneration and care of Country.

Street Born Foundation - India is a newly established corporate foundation registered with the ACNC that focuses on social welfare initiatives. Despite its name suggesting an India focus, it is registered to operate in Victoria, Australia. The foundation supports vulnerable populations including youth, children, families, and people at risk of homelessness, with a broad beneficiary base encompassing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, migrants, refugees, and economically disadvantaged communities.

Under the Same Stars Foundation Ltd is a newly established corporate foundation based in NSW, Australia, focused on social welfare and security/safety initiatives. The foundation supports a wide range of vulnerable community members including youth, families, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, financially disadvantaged individuals, people at risk of homelessness, migrants and refugees, and other marginalized groups across New South Wales. The foundation's name suggests a commitment to equality and inclusion, reflecting the principle that everyone shares the same sky and stars regardless of their circumstances.

Telco Together Foundation is a corporate foundation established by the Australian telecommunications industry to leverage collective industry resources for addressing complex social challenges. The foundation focuses on three core areas: supporting victim-survivors of domestic and family violence through telco industry responses, helping telcos manage modern slavery risks in their operations and supply chains, and building resilience in young Australians through mental health and education programs. It operates nationally across all Australian states and territories, channeling funds from telco companies and their employees to community partners.

The Kingston Community Foundation is a newly established community foundation dedicated to building a sustainable future for Kingston SE in South Australia. It provides long-term financial support to local beneficiaries through donations, bequests, and investment income, with a focus on health, education, and heritage preservation for rural regional communities.

The Umiya Foundation Australia is dedicated to preserving and promoting Sanatan culture, particularly within the Kadva Patidar community in Australia. Its primary mission involves building a temple and community center in Sydney to serve as a spiritual and social hub

The Furqan Islamic Charitable Trust Fund of Western Australia is a community-focused trust dedicated to fostering a vibrant Islamic community in Perth. It supports education, particularly Hifz (Quran memorisation) for youth and adults, and runs various youth programs and community events. Its mission is to serve a diverse range of beneficiaries including children, youth, adults, families, and financially disadvantaged individuals within the Muslim community in Western Australia.

Scrap 4 Kids Foundation is a Victorian-based corporate foundation that collects and recycles unwanted scrap metal from household and commercial sources to fund support for children and youth impacted by crime and the criminal justice system. The foundation combines environmental sustainability with social impact, organizing events to raise awareness about recycling while directing proceeds to vulnerable young people affected by crime.

Creative Asia Foundation is a corporate arts foundation based in Melbourne's Docklands that promotes cultural diversity and supports emerging artists across the Asian and Australian creative landscape. Through its Creative Asia Art Centre, the foundation provides gallery space, workshops, artist talks, and community events, with a particular focus on amplifying diverse voices of Asian and Oceanian heritage. The foundation operates in Victoria and Queensland, fostering intercultural dialogue and strengthening Melbourne's creative ecosystem.

The AMSI Foundation is a corporate foundation established in November 2024 to support the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute (AMSI). Its mission is to champion the mathematical sciences for Australia's advancement by increasing student participation in maths, supporting underrepresented groups including females, First Nations peoples, and regional communities, and facilitating employment pathways for maths graduates in the data-driven workforce.

King's Public Ancillary Fund is a newly established charitable foundation linked to King's Church in Reedy Creek, Queensland. As a public ancillary fund, it collects donations from the public and distributes them to support charitable causes, with a focus on community welfare, religious activities, and social services across Queensland. The fund supports the church's various ministries including community care, youth programs, education, and family services.

NGARRANGGARNI FOUNDATION LTD is a corporate foundation based in City Beach, WA, dedicated to enabling sustainable employment in remote Aboriginal communities. It focuses on creating lasting social change through adult foundation skills training, developing long-term career mindsets, and establishing job pathways into industries like mining and construction. The foundation supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, youth, adults, and financially disadvantaged individuals at risk of homelessness in rural/regional/remote Western Australia.

AHEPA Welfare Foundation is a corporate foundation incorporated in 2022 that focuses on social welfare support across multiple vulnerable populations in Victoria and beyond. The foundation supports aged persons, families, people with disabilities, financially disadvantaged individuals, and those at risk of homelessness, with particular attention to migrants, refugees, and disaster victims. Operating primarily in Victoria, it extends support to rural and remote communities and international beneficiaries.

The Lavender Sky Foundation is a Queensland-based corporate foundation established in 2023 that focuses on social welfare initiatives. It supports youth, adults, people with disabilities, and the general community across Queensland, with a commitment to improving social outcomes for vulnerable and disadvantaged populations.