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    Equity Trustees – experts in philanthropy

    As a specialist in end-to-end services for charitable foundations, we take the effort out of creating, administering and operating a charitable foundation, offering expert investment and granting advice and maximising the community and social benefits of your clients philanthropic donation.

    Equity Trustees was established in 1888 for the purpose of providing independent and impartial Trustee and Executor services to help families throughout Australia protect their wealth. Since then we have helped manage charitable trusts on behalf of individuals, families, businesses and not-for-profit organisations.

    Knowledge and networks

    Our experienced team has a unique knowledge and understanding of the not-for-profit sector, overseeing millions of dollars in charitable distributions every year.

    In-house investment expertise

    Our investment strategy seeks to maximise the income generated for distribution, while at the same time growing capital over the long term.

    We listen to your client

    We work closely with your clients to understand theirt motivations for giving and to identify the most appropriate charitable structure to achieve their goals.

    Making a difference now
    Making a difference now
    The Equity Trustees Charitable Foundation is a simple way for your client to leave an enduring legacy, without the responsibilities of maintaining a trust themselves.
    Establish their own charitable foundation
    Establish their own charitable foundation
    A Private Ancillary Fund (PAF) is appropriate if your client is interested in establishing a standalone charitable foundation and wants to be involved in it's investment strategy.
    Leave a lasting legacy beyond their lifetime
    Leave a lasting legacy beyond their lifetime
    A Perpetual Charitable Trust can be included in your clients Will to support charities, charitable causes, scholarships and awards in perpetuity.
    Last updated: 14 March 2025