This page brings together the latest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander grants, not‑for‑profit funding, and social inclusion programs available across Australia. Explore current federal and state grants supporting community projects, Indigenous‑led initiatives, charities, social enterprises, cultural programs, and inclusion outcomes — all in one place, updated as new opportunities open.
ABORIGINAL & TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER GRANTS
| NAME OF GRANT / PROGRAM | ELIGIBILITY | WHAT IT COVERS & FUNDING AMOUNT | CLOSING DATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| FEDERAL | |||
| ANY | |||
| Social Enterprise Development Initiative Grants (SEDI) First Nations Grant | Indigenous-owned or controlled organisations operating a commercial or trading business model, with a measurable social impact. Annual revenue must be >$50K and trading revenue >$35K. | $50,000 to $120,000 for business and impact capability building services, plus internal costs up to 20 percent. $2.52 million funding round. Grant amount cannot exceed annual revenue. No matched funding requirement. | Applications assessed on a rolling basis until early 2027. |
| Our Country Our Future (ILSC) | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups; acquisition projects require an incorporated, Indigenous‑controlled entity; management projects require eligible land/water-right holders. | Direct funding and support to plan, acquire, manage or develop land or water-related interests via Plan, Manage and Return streams; includes planning, infrastructure, on‑Country management and culture activities. No set cap; requests over $2M assessed case-by-case. Co‑funding weighted positively. | Ongoing |
| ARTS & CULTURE | |||
| Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support (IVAIS) Program – 2027 Open Competitive Round | Organisations with an ABN, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations, incorporated associations, companies and government bodies, that support professional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual artists. | Approximately $7.1 million for activities in 2027–28 and 2028–29, with most grants between $45,000 and $300,000. Supports art centres and organisations to produce, promote and market Indigenous visual art. | 26 November 2026 |
| FIRST NATIONS FILM & TELEVISION | |||
| First Nations Features Development Grant | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander filmmakers, producers, writer or writer/directors. | Up to $30K, or up to $45K if a producer is attached to support First Nations filmmakers to develop an idea into a longer feature format. | 14 January 2027 (later deadlines 11 March and 6 May 2027). |
| First Nations TV Drama Development | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander producer, writer or writer/directors. | Up to $30K for one-offs, up to $45K if a producer is attached and up to $65K for a series to develop TV drama projects, including telemovies and series. | 14 January 2027 (later deadlines 11 March and 6 May 2027). |
| First Nations TV Documentary Development | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander key creatives i.e. writer, producer or director. | Grants to develop documentary projects. Up to $30K for feature and series documentaries, up to $20K for one-hour TV documentaries and online series. | 14 January 2027 (later deadlines 11 March and 6 May 2027). |
| First Nations Features Production | First Nations director and writers, experienced producers and key First Nations creatives. | Funding to invest in outstanding low-budget feature films, including post-production; no set maximum grant per applicant. Applications by invitation only. | Ongoing, with decisions approximately eight weeks after receipt of application. |
| First Nations TV Drama Production | First Nations writers, directors and co-directors, experienced producers. | Funding to invest in outstanding drama television projects by First Nations Australians. Funding supports production and post-production, no maximum grant amount. Applications by invitation only. | Ongoing, with decisions approximately eight weeks after receipt of application. |
| First Nations Documentary Production Grant | Documentary projects by First Nations Australians. | Funding to complete a documentary project, no maximum grant funding. Post-production funding up to $100K considered. Applications by invitation only. | Ongoing, with decisions approximately eight weeks after receipt of application. |
| NEW SOUTH WALES | |||
| EMPLOYMENT | |||
| Elsa Dixon Aboriginal Employment Grant – Round 2 | NSW public service agencies, councils and Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations | $12,000 per school-based role, up to $40,000 for post-school and adult roles, plus up to $3,000 bursaries | 30 November 2026 |
| QUEENSLAND | |||
| FIRST NATIONS ENTREPRENEURS | |||
| First Nations Innovation Acceleration Program QLD | Established Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses in QLD that are ready to scale. | Impact Investment grants (up to $100K) have reached capacity and are closed to new applications. Business strategic advisory services (Stream 2) remain open, covering legal, finance, marketing, mentoring and grant writing support. | 4 February 2027 |
| ARTS & CULTURE | |||
| Indigenous Languages Grants 2026–27 | Queensland-based incorporated organisations, charities and not-for-profits, companies, local governments and approved kindy providers with an ABN. Unincorporated groups can apply via an auspice. | Grants of $20,000 (ex GST) for community-led projects to preserve, revitalise, document or promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages. | 7 December 2026 |
| SOUTH AUSTRALIA | |||
| ARTS & CULTURE | |||
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Grants – Projects SA | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, arts workers, groups and organisations. | Grants up to $25,000 to help Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and art workers create, develop and present new works across all art forms. | Opens 16 December 2026, closes 8 February 2027 |
| NORTHERN TERRITORY | |||
| ANY | |||
| Aboriginal Capacity Building and Sector Strengthening (CBSS) Grants Program | Aboriginal community controlled organisations (ACCOs) providing, or planning to provide, services to remote Aboriginal communities in the NT. | $70.7 million available until 2031 across four streams (Foundations, Strengthen, Grow & Transition, Maintain) to build governance, leadership, systems, workforce and transition-to-community-control capability. | Ongoing until each year’s funding is exhausted (first-come, first-served). |
| Collective Impact Initiatives | Aboriginal communities in NT. EOI submitted by an Aboriginal person, group, or organisation on behalf of the whole community. | Large-scale, multi-project community initiatives with support. Funding up to $15 million per large community, smaller communities at least $2 million. | Applications open until December 15th, 2026 |
| FIRST NATIONS START-UP & SMEs | |||
| Aboriginal InvestmeNT Business Start-Up & Growth Grants – Round 3 | Majority Aboriginal-owned businesses in the start-up or growth stage, with operations based in the NT. | Up to $100K for start-up and up to $150K for growth-stage NT Aboriginal businesses to increase size, scale and maturity. Funds plant and equipment, fit-out, staff wages (capped), business and admin costs, trading stock and consumables (50% cap) and more. | Ongoing until funding is allocated (Round 3 closes 30 June 2027) |
NOT-FOR-PROFIT & CHARITY GRANTS
| NAME OF GRANT / PROGRAM | ELIGIBILITY | WHAT IT COVERS & FUNDING AMOUNT | CLOSING DATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| FEDERAL | |||
| ANY | |||
| Balnaves Foundation Grants | Australian not-for-profits working in the arts, health or education with DGR Item 1 and TCC status (or an approved auspice), supporting young people, First Nations peoples or those facing disadvantage. | Multi-year funding, preferably $150k–$250k per annum; supports innovative, high-impact projects. No co-contribution specified. | Ongoing |
| Stronger Communities Programme – Round 10 | Incorporated not-for-profits, Indigenous corporations, companies limited by guarantee, emergency service bodies and local councils with an ABN that are nominated and invited to apply by their federal MP. | $2,500 to $20,000 for small capital and community infrastructure projects with social benefit. Up to 100% of eligible costs (councils must match 50%). $150,000 per electorate. | MP nominations close 30 November 2026; invited applications close 19 January 2027. |
| EDUCATION & TRAINING | |||
| Community Child Care Fund (CCCF) Special Circumstances Grant | CCS-approved child care providers in disadvantaged or vulnerable communities at high risk of closure due to a local emergency or other unexpected event. | One-off, short-term supplementary funding for continuity of child care operations. Amount is case-by-case; no minimum or maximum grant. | Ongoing |
| RURAL COMMUNITIES | |||
| FRRR Strengthening Rural Communities – Round 31 | Australian not-for-profits with an ABN or incorporation, and auspiced community groups | Up to $10,000 or $50,000 (Small & Vital) or up to $25,000 (Prepare & Recover) for rural community projects | 3 December 2026 |
| VICTORIA | |||
| COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE | |||
| Our Town Fund | Councils, alpine resorts, community groups and local organisations delivering projects in towns of up to 12,000 people across Victoria’s 48 regional LGAs and alpine resorts. | Up to $50,000 for community groups and up to $200,000 for councils and alpine resorts for community facilities, public spaces, playgrounds, tourism attractions and accessibility upgrades. Co-contribution required. $6.5 million pool. | 2 February 2027 |
| COMMUNITY GROUPS & SOCIAL ENTERPRISES | |||
| VFA Recreational Fishing Grants Program – Small & Intermediate Grants | Community groups, committees of management and incorporated angling clubs and associations. | Up to $5K (Small Grants) or $5K–$50K (Intermediate Grants), GST exclusive, for projects that improve Victorian public recreational fishing. Both programs continually open. | Ongoing |
| EMPLOYMENT & WORKFORCE | |||
| Return to Work Innovation Trials | Organisations registered for GST with an ABN leading a consortium, excluding Victorian Government departments, Comcare-insured organisations, sole traders and WorkCover Agents | Up to $1.25 million per Trial over two years to test and scale return to work innovations | 27 November 2026 |
| TOURISM & HOSPITALITY | |||
| Regional Events Fund Round 9 | Eligible organisations include councils, not‑for‑profits, Visitor Economy Partnerships and private companies delivering events in regional Victoria. VEP letter of support required (Streams 2 and 3). | Supports range of events that drive visitors to Victoria’s regions. Stream 1: Funding for one-off or ongoing major events, amount not specified. Stream 2: Up to $500K to grow medium-large events. Stream 3: Up to $50K for event capability, marketing and operations costs. | Stream 1: Discuss with Visit Victoria or VEP, then invited to apply. Stream 2: Round 9 opens 1 February 2027, closes 30 March 2027. Stream 3: Open monthly (excluding December and January) until 30 June 2027. |
| QUEENSLAND | |||
| DISASTER RECOVERY & RELIEF | |||
| Exceptional Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants – Queensland Monsoon Trough, Cyclone Koji, Cyclone Narelle and Severe Weather (Primary Producers) | Primary producers with ABN, in defined QLD LGAs, direct disaster damage; evidence required; intend to re‑establish. | Clean‑up and reinstatement costs; equipment, repairs, debris removal, livestock/crop recovery; up to $75,000 (initial $10k, subsequent $65k) | 6 January 2027 |
| EDUCATION & TRAINING | |||
| QLD Skilling Queenslanders for Work – Community Foundation Skills | Queensland community-based not-for-profit organisations registered for GST, including Adult Community Education providers, delivering foundation skills training to people with low literacy, numeracy or digital skills. | Funding for up to 12 months to deliver customised foundation skills training supporting pathways to further training or employment. Amount depends on project type and participant numbers; $5 million available in 2026–27. | Ongoing, until all funds are exhausted. |
| MEDICAL, PHARMACEUTICALS & HEALTHCARE | |||
| Positive Ageing and Elder Abuse Awareness Grants | Queensland-based incorporated associations and companies, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Controlled Organisations, Queensland universities, local governments, schools and hospitals. | Supports awareness raising, education, training, campaigns and community engagement addressing ageism and elder abuse. Local Awareness grants up to $15,000; Statewide Awareness grants up to $50,000 (ex GST). | 30 November 2026 |
| GENDERED-BASED VIOLENCE PREVENTION | |||
| QLD Safe Futures Grants | Eligible Queensland not-for-profits, incorporated associations, Indigenous corporations, universities, state-run entities and local government authorities. | Delivery grants up to $600,000 for community-led primary prevention initiatives. | Delivery grants open 11 January 2027 and close 8 February 2027. |
| NEW SOUTH WALES | |||
| EDUCATION & TRAINING | |||
| NSW Start Strong for Long Day Care Program | Eligible NSW long day care services meeting approval, CCS admin, and program delivery requirements. Funding is allocation-based; providers are not required to apply. | Four funding streams including fee relief. Fee relief up to $2,563 (4YO+) and $769 (3YO) per eligible child per year; other rates apply. Program Payment rates are not stated here. | Program runs until December 31st, 2026 |
| NSW Childcare and Economic Opportunity Fund (CEO Fund) – Expanding Quality Access Program | Existing not-for-profit community preschools in NSW transitioning to long day care models | Variable funding from a $100m pool for capital works, operations and transition support (15% loading for priority areas) | November 30th, 2026 |
| TASMANIA | |||
| ANY | |||
| Tasmanian Community Fund – Community Action Grant | Tasmanian incorporated not-for-profits, not-for-profit companies, councils, eligible school associations and auspiced unincorporated groups | $5,000 to $15,000 (Small) or $15,001 to $50,000 (Standard) for community-led projects | 15 November 2026 |
| Tasmanian Community Fund – Major Initiative Grant | Tasmanian incorporated not-for-profits, not-for-profit companies, councils, eligible school associations and auspiced unincorporated groups | $100,000 to $1.5 million across three tiers for large-scale collaborative community initiatives | 15 November 2026 (Stage 1 EOI) |
| WESTERN AUSTRALIA | |||
| ARTS & CULTURE | |||
| Heritage Grants Program 2026-27 | Private owners of State Registered places, ACNC-registered not-for-profits, businesses with an ABN and WA local governments | Up to $100,000 for conservation works or up to $30,000 for community heritage education and interpretation projects | 23 November 2026 |
| ACT | |||
| MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE & CONSTRUCTION | |||
| Community Sport Facilities Program 2027 | ACT sport organisations, not-for-profit sport and community groups, and licensed clubs | Up to $250,000 for planning, $5,000–$1m for single-year works, or up to $2m over two years | 18 November 2026 |
SOCIAL INCLUSION GRANTS
| NAME OF GRANT / PROGRAM | ELIGIBILITY | WHAT IT COVERS & FUNDING AMOUNT | CLOSING DATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| FEDERAL | |||
| ANY | |||
| Social Enterprise Development Initiative Grants (SEDI) | Australian social enterprises and trading Indigenous owned or controlled organisations with direct social benefit, direct impact, trading revenue over $50,000, and beneficiaries primarily in Australia. | Up to $120,000 for business and impact capability building services, plus internal costs up to 20 percent. Grant amount cannot exceed annual turnover. No matched funding requirement. | Ongoing (rolling rounds expected to early 2027) |
| MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE & CONSTRUCTION | |||
| AFL Breaking New Ground Program | Schools, councils, developers, community clubs/leagues, umpiring orgs, other sports bodies, state agencies and landowners (with landowner support where applicable). | Funding for planning/scoping and/or infrastructure delivery for accessible, fit-for-purpose football facilities; funding level set with AFL facilities team guidance. Projects that increase accessibility and inclusion, particularly for women and girls, encouraged. Co-contribution not mandatory but viewed favourably. | Ongoing |
| NEW SOUTH WALES | |||
| DISABILITY | |||
| Disability Advocacy Futures Program 2026 – Stream 1: Special Purposes and Projects, Sector Development Grant | NSW-based not-for-profits, ACCOs, Indigenous corporations, Local Aboriginal Land Councils, councils and religious organisations with an ABN. | $30,000 to $100,000 for one-off, 12-month projects that strengthen the NSW disability advocacy sector, including First Nations advocacy, self-advocacy and supported decision-making. | 24 November 2026 |
| QUEENSLAND | |||
| FEMALE FOUNDERS | |||
| QLD Female Founders Co-Investment Fund | Businesses founded by women in Queensland | Grants ranging from $50K to $200K, matched at a 1:3 ratio, for securing new early-stage investments as part of a capital raise | 30 June 2027 (or until all funds are allocated; funding nearly fully allocated) |
| SOUTH AUSTRALIA | |||
| MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE & CONSTRUCTION | |||
| South Australian Football Facilities Fund, Round 4 | SA local governments, affiliated football clubs, umpire associations and eligible education institutions undertaking football facility projects. | Up to $300,000 for eligible football infrastructure. Some project types require a 50 percent matched contribution. | 8 February 2027 |
| MULTICULTURAL COMMUNITIES | |||
| Multicultural Community Fund (SA) | ABN holders that are local councils, incorporated NFP multicultural organisations, or public companies limited by guarantee with a primary purpose of supporting multicultural communities | Capital projects for multicultural community infrastructure, including new builds, major upgrades/extensions, and owned outdoor spaces. Minimum project value $100K and must co-contribute. | Ongoing |