Who is Norman Catts?
Norman S. H. Catts is best known as the co-founder of the successful Catts-Patterson Advertising Agency, which began operation in 1915. He subsequently held executive positions in several chemical firms and corporations. Following his death in 1968, a major part of his estate was bequeathed to the education of Aboriginal Children in New South Wales.
What the Trust does
The Norman Catts Trust Fund aims to support the schools and organizations involved in educating Aboriginal children. In particular, the Trust seeks to support Aboriginal people up to the age of 18 years in their educational activities. (Part funding can be provided for pre-school children.)
How the Trust is managed
The Trust is managed by Perpetual Trustee Company Limited and administered by the AEC (NSW) Inc. The trustees meet with representatives of the AEC to consider proposals and to ensure that expenditure is in accord with Mr Catts’ wishes.
Applications
Applications are considered several times each year from community groups, schools or individuals who administer programs or projects which provide enjoyable and relevant educational opportunities for Aboriginal children.
Please check that funding is not available from other departments and/or agencies before submitting an application.
If you have any questions or feedback for the AEC please contact us.