ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Funding can only be provided to organisations with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) Item 1 endorsement by the Australian Tax Office, as well as charity registration with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). Evidence of your organisation’s DGR status and ACNC registration must accompany your Application form. Refer www.abr.business.gov.au and www.acnc.gov.au.

Only one application per organisation/DGR can be submitted for consideration by the Board of Governors in any two-year period.

The Foundation is unable to consider funding requests for individuals. However, applications may be submitted by organisations with DGR status, that are project based and for the benefit of an individual.

We are unable to accept applications from organisations with assets exceeding $20 million

In keeping with founder Thomas Cooper’s values, the Foundation will provide funding support to charities that aim to improve and protect the quality of life of Australians in one the following focus areas:

• Medical research and health care
• Youth education
• Aged care
• Fostering family and community support based on Christian values

The Governors of the Foundation may invite charities to apply for funding at their discretion.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Funding application forms can be obtained by emailing foundation@coopers.com.au or phoning the Foundation office on 1300 664 344.

The maximum amount that may be applied for per application is $30,000.

An acknowledgement email will be sent confirming the application has been received by the Foundation office, advising when the application will be considered by the Board of Governors. As a general guide, waiting periods may range from 6 to 12 months.