Welcome

Sir Ian Potter, Founder 1902–1994.

The Ian Potter Foundation makes grants nationally to support charitable organisations working to benefit the community across a wide range of sectors and endeavours.

GRANTS DISTRIBUTED SINCE 1964

$380m+

OUR VISION

A fair, healthy, sustainable and vibrant Australia.

OUR MISSION

Honour the legacy of founder and benefactor, Sir Ian Potter, and his commitment that the Foundation make a difference to Australia.

Maintain a tradition of encouraging excellence and enabling innovation to facilitate positive social change and develop Australia’s creativity and capacity as a nation. Support outstanding charitable organisations, invest in Australia’s innovative and creative people, protect the environment and alleviate disadvantage.