Social Ventures Australia

General contacts
Investor type

VC

Founded

2002

AUM

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Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A Series B

Region of investment

Australia and others

ESG Focus

Impact investor
Investor profile last updated: 13 August, 2026

Profile

Social Ventures Australia is a non-profit organization based in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, founded in 2002. The firm is dedicated to improving the lives of people in need across Australia by driving social change through innovative investment strategies. With a team of 51-100 employees, they combine expertise in consulting, impact investing, and policy advocacy to address complex social issues.

The firm focuses on sectors such as education, employment, and First Nations rights, aiming to create scalable impact across Australia. They engage in impact investing, guiding partners through the complexities of social investment to unlock new sources of capital. While specific investment sizes are not detailed, their work emphasizes early-stage social enterprises and projects that can deliver both financial returns and social benefits.

Notable investments include partnerships with organizations focused on improving educational outcomes and increasing employment opportunities, particularly in underserved communities. These initiatives highlight Social Ventures Australia's commitment to addressing significant societal challenges and shaping impactful initiatives throughout the country.

Industry

Other Business Services (B2B) Education Healthcare Services

Contacts

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Michael Traill Chief Executive
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Amanda Brisot Director, Business Development
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FAQs about Social Ventures Australia

Social Ventures Australia is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Series A and Series B, writing tickets of $1-5 m.
Social Ventures Australia is located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Social Ventures Australia was founded in 2002.
Social Ventures Australia invests in companies and startups in Other, Business Services (B2B), Education, Healthcare Services.
Social Ventures Australia invests in companies and startups in Australia and others.
Social Ventures Australia invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A, Series B.
Social Ventures Australia usually invests $1-5 m on average.
Yes, Social Ventures Australia is impact investor.
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