The Foundation for Development Cooperation (FDC) is an independent Australian Foundation committed to building prosperity in the Asia Pacific region by pursuing initiatives that reduce poverty and promote equitable growth.

Created through the vision and philanthropy of Bill Taylor AO in 1990, FDC’s mission is to harness and leverage the collective skills, knowledge and resources of organisations from across the public, private, NGO and academic sectors to reduce the incidence of poverty and promote equitable growth in the Asia Pacific region.  

FDC achieves this by researching, piloting and promoting development initiatives that are market-based and innovative. FDC has built a strong reputation over many years as a catalytic organisation that – through collaboration across its regional network – advances new ideas and approaches to building prosperity. With a head office in Brisbane, Australia, FDC also advocates for engagement by the broader Australian community in the ongoing development of our region.