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Listing 350 trusts and foundations, The Australian Directory of Philanthropy is an essential resource for not-for-profit organisations, charities and community groups. It features tips on how to apply for grants, write submissions, and important tax information to help grantseekers understand what needs to be supplied to foundations in any application for funding.
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Hard copy Directory of Philanthropy |
$65.00 + $10.00 p&h |
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The Directory is also held by a number of Australian Public Libraries. To find out which libraries, visit Libraries Australia and search for "Australian Directory of Philanthropy".
About the Directory
What's in the Directory?
- An alphabetical listing of 350 grant-making organisations detailing their fields of interest, contact information, summary of purpose, geographical scope, legal limitations, grant restrictions and application procedures.
- information on preparing submissions and applying for grants
- international foundations which fund in Australia are included
- a list of further resources for grant-seekers
Who will find the Directory useful?
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Grantseekers
The Directory is most useful for charitable organisations seeking funding for a project. Please note that most trusts and foundations in Australia are restricted by law to funding organisations that have Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) Status, and cannot fund individuals or groups which do not have DGR Status. -
Foundation and not-for-profit sector staff
The Directory is a key tool for those working in the not-for-profit; especially for those seeking to map the sector. -
Researchers & Journalists
The Directory is useful for researchers & journalists looking for information on philanthropic giving in Australia, or for the contact details of trusts and foundations in Australia.
How often is the Directory reprinted?
A hard copy of the Directory is printed every 2 years. The current edition was released in November 2007.
Australian Directory of Philanthropy Online
What's the difference between the hard copy & Online versions?
Philanthropy Australia maintains a database of trusts and foundations and both versions of the Directory are taken from this. The information in the hard copy version of the Directory is most up-to-date at the time of publications, whereas the Online Directory is linked to Philanthropy Australia's database and thus reflects any changes we make as we receive new information (such as new entries, change of contact details, application dates, etc). Therefore the Online Directory is more up-to-date than the print version, and becomes moreso as time goes on (the print version is only published every two years).
How does the Online Directory work?
The Online Directory is accessed through the Philanthropy Australia website. It is not a single download of an electronic version of the hard copy.
Subscriptions to the Online Directory are purchased on an annual basis.
What are the features of the Online Directory?
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Accessible through Philanthropy Australia's website
The Online Directory is located on Philanthropy Australia's website, therefore you may access it using your login details from any computer with internet access. -
Searchable
The Online Directory has a range of advanced search features. You may search the Directory using keywords, or search the entries more specifically for Fields of Interest, Target Groups, Geographic Scope, Requirement of DGR Status and Application Lodgement Date. -
My Saved Entries function
The Online Directory allows you to create a shortlist/bookmarks page of organisation entries. The Control Panel page for My Saved Entries allows you to perform functions on individual or groups of save entries, including Downloading as CSV, Downloading as PDF, or viewing print-friendly versions of entries. - Help pages
The Online Directory also has help pages, including Frequently Asked Questions and How to Apply.
Can I download/print the entire Directory?
The Online Directory was designed to be used as a web tool, and thus is most functional when used as such. However, through the My Saved Entries function, the user is able to download and print entries they have selected.
Multiple Users
The Online Directory Subscriber Agreement (Section 6 of the Website Terms of Use Document) states that the login details for each organisation/subscription may be shared with up to three staff members.
For enquiries about a site licence or multiple user licence, please email Louise Arkles on l.arkles@philanthropy.org.au
Sample Entry
Below is a sample entry from the Australian Directory of Philanthropy Online. The same information is provided in the hard copy.
Organisation The Myer Foundation Address Level 45, 55 Collins Street Melbourne Vic 3000 Australia Contact Name Ms Sandy Shaw Position Program Manager Phone (03) 9207 3040 Fax (03) 9207 3070 enquiries@myerfoundation.org.au Website www.myerfoundation.org.au
Summary of Purpose
The Myer Foundation works to build a fair, just, creative and caring society by supporting initiatives that promote positive change in Australia, and in relation to its regional setting.
Fields of Interest
Social Welfare,Culture,Disaster Relief,Religion & Spirituality,Education & Training,Literacy,Peace & Security,Social Justice,Health & Wellbeing,Arts & Culture,Environment, Conservation & Heritage,Law & Legal Issues,Mental Health,
Youth health; environmental education; growth in philanthropy.
Geographic Scope
Australia,International,
Asia and Pacific Regions
Legal Limitations
Income Tax Exempt Charity (ITEC) Status Required,
Grant Exclusions
Capital Works,Vehicles,General Fundraising Appeals,Film, Book, Video,Building Works,Individuals,Travel,Deficit Funding,Political Organisations,
Grant Frequency
Bianually,
Annual Disbursement
$6-8 million
Final Lodgement
Check website for up-to-date closing dates or telephone office.
Application Procedures
Obtain guidelines from website.
Further Information
Annual report and Funding on website.
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Directory Inclusion
Philanthropic bodies are encouraged to submit an entry for inclusion in the Directory.
As the Directory serves as not merely a tool for grantseekers but as a resource that aims to document philanthropic giving, we encourage philanthropic bodies that have not yet started distributing funds or that do not accept unsolicited applications to also submit an entry. You may provide as little information in the entry as you prefer.
To submit an entry, please contact the Resource Centre.