Mainland Foundation Limited
Moderate detailGaming trust distributing Class 4 (pokie) grant funds. Distributed $5.5M across 403 grants in recent years. Active since 2021.
Grant Range
Average grant size around $13,624. Total recent distribution: $5.5M
What they fund
Who can apply
What they won't fund
What they care about
Based on 3,288 grant decisions: SPORT: 63% approval (1028 grants, avg $16,430). COMMUNITY: 54% approval (391 grants, avg $8,063). HEALTH / WELFARE / RESCUE SERVICES: 59% approval (161 grants, avg $7,604). ARTS AND CULTURE: 52% approval (139 grants, avg $6,513). RESEARCH AND EDUCATION: 42% approval (113 grants, avg $8,907).
Common mistakes to avoid
1,373 of 3,288 applications were declined (42% decline rate). Ensure your project fits the society's funded categories and your requested amount is realistic for your category.
What makes a strong application
Overall approval rate is 58%. Approval rates vary by category - check which categories have the highest success rates for your type of project.
Application structure
WHO WE HELP
Eligible organisations include sports clubs, cultural and community groups, charities, welfare agencies, educational organisations, and societies/trusts.
Required documents
- • incorporation certificate
- • charities registration or ird tax exemption
- • financial statements
- • project budget