The Trustee for State Trustees Australia Foundation

The Trustee for State Trustees Australia Foundation is a registered charity under the Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission (ACNC). Established in 1994, it functions as a perpetual public charitable trust primarily for the benefit of Victorians. This organization allows individuals to make donations to a general charitable cause or a specific charity, enabling sustainable charitable giving through strategic investments and grant programs.

Objectives and Grant Programs

The foundation focuses its grant programs on several key areas:

• Support for Vulnerable Victorians: Providing assistance to those in need within the community.
• Medical Research and Support: Funding health-related initiatives and research.
• Environment and Animal Protection: Encouraging conservation and welfare efforts.
• Regional Community Support: Aiding regional communities in Victoria.

Private Charitable Trusts

In addition to general donations, the foundation offers the option of creating private charitable trusts. These trusts can be named after individuals, families, or organizations and are managed according to the donor's wishes.

History and Governance

The State Trustees Australia Foundation is connected to State Trustees, which was first established in 1940 as the Public Trustee of Victoria. The organization evolved over time, becoming a state-government owned company in 1994. Today, it operates under the guidance of principles such as care, unity, and passion, and is committed to supporting First Nations people through its Reconciliation Action Plan.

The foundation works closely with the charitable sector to distribute funds effectively and ensure long-term impact from donations received. Annual investments are made to support ongoing charitable projects while preserving resources for future initiatives.

[1] https://www.statetrustees.com.au/philanthropy-and-charitable-giving/ [2] https://www.statetrustees.com.au/our-story/ [3] https://www.guardianship.org/IRL/Resources/Documents/state_tustees_magazine_19.pdf [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/8193de6f-39af-e811-a963-000d3ad244fd/documents/edf7a959-0847-ea11-a813-000d3ad1f497 [5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_trustee