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First Nations Grants Directory

First Nations grants, by closing date.

Grants and funding pathways for First Nations people, businesses and community organisations. Not every listing is an open grant round. Every listing links to the funder’s official page and shows when Barayamal last checked it.

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Fixed closing dates from today to Thursday 15 October.

Friday 9 October · 5 listings close tomorrow

  • Closes tomorrow · Fri 9 OctTomorrow · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    NT Alcohol and Other Drugs Youth Grants 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: The current NT criteria explicitly mention cultural identity, culturally safe responses and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and emotional wellbeing framework.

    Closes
    9 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $20,000
    Where
    NT

    Up to AUD $20,000 for eligible Northern Territory youth projects reducing alcohol and other drug harms. NT Health lists midnight Friday 9 October 2026; GrantsNT displays a different cutoff. Check the portal and submit well before Friday night.

    Last checked health.nt.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes tomorrow · Fri 9 OctTomorrow · 5 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    City of Casey Creative and Cultural Development Fund 2027–29

    First Nations relevance: The official fund expressly supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural practice by eligible artists and arts organisations delivering benefits in Casey.

    Closes
    9 October 20265 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $5,000–$15,000 per year
    Where
    Victoria

    Eligible artists and arts organisations can request AUD $5,000–$15,000 per year for three years for creative activity benefiting Casey residents. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural practice is eligible. Applications close 9 October 2026 at 5 pm AEDT.

    Last checked casey.vic.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes tomorrow · Fri 9 OctTomorrow · 4 pm AWST (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Shire of Mukinbudin Wheatbelt Connect Community Grants 2026

    First Nations relevance: Official guidelines give priority to local initiatives benefiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, especially with local not-for-profit delivery or partnership.

    Closes
    9 October 20264 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    $250–$2,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Small Mukinbudin community grants for local initiatives, with priority for projects benefiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

    Last checked mukinbudin.wa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes tomorrow · Fri 9 OctTomorrow · 11:59 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Mount Alexander Wellbeing Economy Business Fund 2026

    First Nations relevance: The official council fund expressly invites First Nations enterprises.

    Closes
    9 October 202611:59 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $5,000
    Where
    Victoria

    Up to AUD $5,000 for eligible business-led projects benefiting Mount Alexander Shire, Victoria. First Nations enterprises are invited. Applications close 9 October 2026 at 11:59 pm; confirm the time zone with Council.

    Last checked mountalexander.vic.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes tomorrow · Fri 9 OctTomorrow · 11:59 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Transurban Community Grants — September 2026

    First Nations relevance: Transurban reserves at least one grant in each eligible state for a First Nations organisation or project; applicants must also meet the listed local council-area and application-form eligibility criteria.

    Closes
    9 October 202611:59 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $10,000
    Where
    NSW, Queensland, Victoria

    Up to $10,000 for eligible local projects near Transurban roads in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane; at least one grant per eligible state is reserved for a First Nations organisation or project. Closes 9 October 2026.

    Last checked transurban.com (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Sunday 11 October · 3 listings close in 3 days

  • Closes in 3 days · Sun 11 OctIn 3 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Derwent Valley Council Event Grants — 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: A general local event grant. Eligible First Nations-led groups may propose cultural or community events in the Derwent Valley, subject to the same public-access and local-outcome rules; no dedicated First Nations stream is stated.

    Closes
    11 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $10,000
    Where
    Tasmania
    Last checked derwentvalley.tas.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 3 days · Sun 11 OctIn 3 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    IEU / Teachers Mutual Bank Environment Grants 2026

    First Nations relevance: The official program reports past projects drawing on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander connections to land; IEU membership is required.

    Closes
    11 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $3,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Environment grants for eligible IEU members; closes 11 October 2026.

    Last checked ieu.asn.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 3 days · Sun 11 OctIn 3 days · 5 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    ACT Social Enterprise Grant Program — Part 2 2026

    First Nations relevance: A general ACT social-enterprise program. A First Nations-led ACT social enterprise may qualify under the stated social-enterprise, ABN, turnover and matched-funding rules; no First Nations-specific preference is stated.

    Closes
    11 October 20265 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $10,000–$30,000
    Where
    ACT
    Last checked act.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Monday 12 October · 5 listings close in 4 days

  • Closes in 4 days · Mon 12 OctIn 4 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant First Nations focused

    NCCA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Development Fund — 2026–27 Round 2

    First Nations relevance: A fund expressly established for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-development projects.

    Closes
    12 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $5,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    The National Council of Churches in Australia offers one-off grants of up to $5,000 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-development projects. Round 2 applications close 12 October 2026.

    Last checked ncca.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 4 days · Mon 12 OctIn 4 days · 9 am AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Pyrenees Shire Community Funding Program — 2026–27 annual round

    First Nations relevance: A general local community fund; eligible First Nations-led groups and cultural projects in Pyrenees Shire may apply if they meet the category rules. No First Nations-specific preference is stated.

    Closes
    12 October 20269 am AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $7,000; category caps applyPrograms, equipment and community events: $2,000. Tourism event sponsorship: $5,000. Minor capital works: $7,000.
    Where
    Victoria
    Last checked pyrenees.vic.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 4 days · Mon 12 OctIn 4 days · 12 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Riverina Water Community Grants 2026

    First Nations relevance: The official program includes Caring for Country among its supported project themes.

    Closes
    12 October 202612 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $5,000–$40,000
    Where
    NSW

    Riverina Water grants are available in AUD $5,000 increments, up to $40,000 in Wagga Wagga or $20,000 in Lockhart, Greater Hume and Federation. Applications close at noon on 12 October 2026; choose the form for your council area.

    Last checked rwcc.nsw.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 4 days · Mon 12 OctIn 4 days · 2 pm AEST (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Touring Queensland Fund — Round 3 2026

    First Nations relevance: A general arts touring fund open to eligible Queensland-based First Nations artists and organisations; First Nations cultural touring may qualify if all program and cultural protocol requirements are met.

    Closes
    12 October 20262 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $100,000; disability-access support may add $10,000Standard funding generally covers up to 50% of project costs; additional disability-access funding has separate conditions.
    Where
    Queensland
    Last checked arts.qld.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 4 days · Mon 12 OctIn 4 days · 11:59 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant First Nations focused

    Innovate with nbn Grants — First Nations Business category 2026

    First Nations relevance: One First Nations Business category for a regional/remote First Nations-owned business or genuine partnership with First Nations communities using digital innovation.

    Closes
    12 October 202611:59 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $15,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    One $15,000 grant is available in nbn’s First Nations Business category for an eligible regional or remote digital business or genuine First Nations partnership. Applications close 12 October 2026 at 11:59 pm AEDT.

    Last checked nbnco.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Tuesday 13 October · 9 listings close in 5 days

  • Closes in 5 days · Tue 13 OctIn 5 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Festivals Australia — Round 23 2026

    First Nations relevance: A general regional and remote arts program; eligible First Nations artists and organisations may apply for qualifying cultural projects. It is not restricted to First Nations applicants.

    Closes
    13 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Not stated — check provider
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Regional or remote festival arts-project funding. Closes 13 October 2026; official sources differ between 11:30 pm and midnight AEDT. Submit before the earlier time.

    Last checked arts.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 5 days · Tue 13 OctIn 5 days · 2 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    NSW Regional Arts Touring 2026 — Round 2

    First Nations relevance: General NSW program expressly contemplates First Nations-connected touring and funds First Nations protocol and ICIP costs, subject to all touring and applicant conditions.

    Closes
    13 October 20262 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $10,000–$75,000 individuals/groups; $20,000–$120,000 organisationsA tour requires at least 10% cash or in-kind support from other sources.
    Where
    NSW

    NSW artists, groups and organisations can seek support for regional arts tours, including eligible First Nations-led work. Individuals/groups may request $10,000–$75,000 and organisations $20,000–$120,000. Applications close 13 October 2026 at 2 pm NSW time.

    Last checked nsw.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 5 days · Tue 13 OctIn 5 days · 3 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Creative Australia — Contemporary Music Touring Program

    First Nations relevance: The official program permits individual, group and organisational Australian contemporary-music tours and expressly addresses applications involving First Nations artists, communities or subject matter.

    Closes
    13 October 20263 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $5,000–$50,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Australian performers of original contemporary music can seek $5,000–$50,000 for a domestic tour to at least three venues or locations outside the performer’s home town. The next round closes at 3 pm AEDT on 13 October 2026. The request cap depends on the tour’s regional or remote reach.

    Last checked creative.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 5 days · Tue 13 OctIn 5 days · 3 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Creative Australia — International Engagement Fund

    First Nations relevance: The official strategic priorities expressly include strengthening First Nations-led and self-determined exchange; First Nations arts and culture are an eligible practice.

    Closes
    13 October 20263 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $5,000–$30,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Eligible Australian artists, creative workers and arts organisations can seek $5,000–$30,000 for reciprocal exchange with a confirmed international partner. A published priority supports First Nations-led, self-determined exchange. Applications close at 3 pm AEDT on 13 October 2026.

    Last checked creative.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 5 days · Tue 13 OctIn 5 days · 3 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Creative Australia — Playing Australia Project Investment

    First Nations relevance: First Nations-led professional performing-arts tours are within the broadly eligible work; the official program expressly sets protocols for First Nations artists, communities and content.

    Closes
    13 October 20263 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies — check official source
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Legally constituted arts organisations may seek support for a confirmed Australian performing-arts tour that reaches regional or remote audiences. The next round closes at 3 pm AEDT on 13 October 2026. Creative Australia’s page does not set a fixed request limit.

    Last checked creative.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 5 days · Tue 13 OctIn 5 days · 3 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant First Nations focused

    First Nations Arts d/Deaf and/or Disabilities Project Fund

    First Nations relevance: For eligible Australian First Nations d/Deaf artists and arts workers, artists and arts workers with disability, groups and First Nations organisations.

    Closes
    13 October 20263 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $5,000–$10,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    $5,000–$10,000 for eligible First Nations d/Deaf and/or disability arts projects; closes 13 October 2026 at 3 pm AEDT.

    Last checked creative.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 5 days · Tue 13 OctIn 5 days · 3 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Music Australia — Export Development Fund

    First Nations relevance: The official Music Australia category explicitly encourages First Nations applicants; the fund is otherwise for eligible Australian contemporary-music export activity.

    Closes
    13 October 20263 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $2,000–$75,000 matched funding, depending on categoryTouring: $5,000–$75,000. Professional development: $3,000–$15,000. Market development: $2,000–$10,000.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Music Australia’s matched-funding scheme supports eligible Australian contemporary-music creators and their organisations with international touring, professional development or market development. The current category pages close at 3 pm AEDT on 13 October 2026, and expressly encourage First Nations applicants.

    Last checked creative.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 5 days · Tue 13 OctIn 5 days · 3 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Music Australia — National Songwriting and Recording in Schools Stimulus

    First Nations relevance: The official program expressly gives priority to First Nations-led activities or strong First Nations partnerships with cultural integrity.

    Closes
    13 October 20263 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $5,000–$100,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Music Australia offers $5,000–$100,000 in matched funding for eligible organisations delivering inclusive songwriting and recording programs for student cohorts. First Nations-led activity or strong First Nations partnerships are explicit program priorities. Applications close at 3 pm AEDT on 13 October 2026.

    Last checked creative.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 5 days · Tue 13 OctIn 5 days · 5 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Equity Trustees Community Grants Program 2026

    First Nations relevance: The official 2026 guidelines expressly name First Nations self-determination as a program priority. Only ACNC-registered charities with annual revenue of $500,000 to under $3 million are eligible.

    Closes
    13 October 20265 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $30,000 per year
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Up to $30,000 a year for eligible medium-sized Australian charities; First Nations self-determination is an express priority. Closes 13 October 2026.

    Last checked eqt.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Wednesday 14 October · 3 listings close in 6 days

  • Closes in 6 days · Wed 14 OctIn 6 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Burdekin Shire Community Grants — October 2026 round

    First Nations relevance: A general local community and sport program; a First Nations-led Burdekin group may be eligible under the same local-group requirements. The council does not state a dedicated First Nations allocation.

    Closes
    14 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Not stated — check provider
    Where
    Queensland
    Last checked burdekin.qld.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Pathway · EOI closes in 6 days · Wed 14 OctEOI in 6 days · 12 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Proposal / EOI pathway First Nations focused

    NSW ACCO-led Early Childhood Sector Growth Partnership 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: The grant program is expressly for Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations in NSW early childhood education and care.

    Closes
    14 October 202612 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $800,000/year; lower caps apply to other streamsStream 1: $800,000/year for four years. Stream 2: $120,000/year for four years. Stream 3: $50,000 once.
    Where
    NSW

    Not an open grant round.

    NSW Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations can submit an EOI for early-childhood sector growth funding. Stream caps are $800,000 or $120,000 per year for four years, or $50,000 once. EOIs close 14 October 2026 at noon.

    Last checked nsw.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 6 days · Wed 14 OctIn 6 days · 3 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    ACT Mental Health Adults and Older People Grant 2026

    First Nations relevance: The ACT grantmaker explicitly prioritises mental-health services responsive to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults and older people.

    Closes
    14 October 20263 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies — check official source
    Where
    ACT

    ACT non-government organisations can apply to deliver adult and older-person mental-health services, including services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applications close 14 October 2026 at 3 pm ACT time.

    Last checked act.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Thursday 15 October · 2 listings close in 7 days

  • Closes in 7 days · Thu 15 OctIn 7 days · 2 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Createability Host Organisation 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: First Nations-led NSW arts and cultural hosts are among the targeted spread; general host program, not First Nations-exclusive.

    Closes
    15 October 20262 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $6,080–$12,160
    Where
    NSW

    Eligible NSW arts and cultural hosts can receive AUD $6,080 for a four-week internship or $12,160 for eight weeks, excluding GST. The program supports paid Deaf and Disabled internships. Host applications close 15 October 2026 at 2 pm.

    Last checked nsw.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 7 days · Thu 15 OctIn 7 days · 4 pm AWST (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant First Nations focused

    WA Connecting to Country

    First Nations relevance: Supports Aboriginal-led, on-Country intergenerational cultural knowledge projects in Western Australia.

    Closes
    15 October 20264 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $25,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Up to $25,000 for eligible WA Aboriginal-led on-Country cultural projects; closes 15 October 2026 at 4 pm.

    Last checked cits.wa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

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Closing in 8 to 30 days

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Fixed closing dates from Friday 16 October to Saturday 7 November.

Friday 16 October · 3 listings close in 8 days

  • Closes in 8 days · Fri 16 OctIn 8 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    City of Albany Community Development Funding — 2026–27 Round 2

    First Nations relevance: A qualifying incorporated Aboriginal community organisation with a principal City of Albany interest may apply under this general program; the City lists a past Southern Aboriginal Corporation award.

    Closes
    16 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    $1,000–$5,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Albany community organisations may seek $1,000–$5,000 for eligible local projects. Round 2 closes 16 October 2026; speak with the City before applying.

    Last checked albany.wa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 8 days · Fri 16 OctIn 8 days · 5 pm AEST (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Bupa Foundation — 2026 Community Grants

    First Nations relevance: General health round with an express First Nations health-equity focus and a leadership condition for projects mainly serving First Nations people.

    Closes
    16 October 20265 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    $10,000, $25,000 or $50,000 AUDThree fixed award sizes. Intake may close before the listed deadline when the application limit is reached.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Bupa Foundation offers one-off $10,000, $25,000 or $50,000 grants for eligible disease-prevention and health projects. The round closes 16 October 2026 at 5 pm AEST or after the first 550 submissions, whichever comes first.

    Last checked communityfoundation.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 8 days · Fri 16 OctIn 8 days · 5 pm AWST (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    WA North Midlands Drought Resilience Community Grant 2026

    First Nations relevance: September WA guidelines expressly include incorporated Aboriginal corporations operating in Carnamah, Coorow, Irwin, Morawa, Mingenew, Perenjori or Three Springs.

    Closes
    16 October 20265 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $15,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Incorporated Aboriginal corporations operating in WA’s seven-shire North Midlands subregion may apply for up to $15,000 for locally beneficial drought-resilience projects. Applications close 16 October 2026 at 5 pm WST.

    Last checked mwdc.wa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Monday 19 October · 1 listing closes in 11 days

  • Closes in 11 days · Mon 19 OctIn 11 days · 11:59 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    APA Mount Isa and Cloncurry Community Grants — FY27 Round 1

    First Nations relevance: The official programme guidelines name First Nations Peoples as a funding category for community and heritage outcomes; this is a general local community grant.

    Closes
    19 October 202611:59 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $5,000
    Where
    Queensland

    Local Mount Isa and Cloncurry applicants can seek up to $5,000 for community initiatives, including projects in the First Nations Peoples category. Closes 19 October 2026.

    Last checked apa.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Wednesday 21 October · 1 listing closes in 13 days

  • Closes in 13 days · Wed 21 OctIn 13 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Dorset Council Small & Matching Grants — 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: A general local community fund; First Nations-led groups serving Dorset residents may be eligible under the council rules. No dedicated First Nations stream is stated.

    Closes
    21 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $2,000 small grants; $15,000 matched grantsThe matching stream needs an equal cash and/or in-kind contribution. The discretionary stream is closed.
    Where
    Tasmania
    Last checked dorset.tas.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Thursday 22 October · 6 listings close in 14 days

  • Closes in 14 days · Thu 22 OctIn 14 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Queensland Community Work Skills — 2026–27 Round 2

    First Nations relevance: The parent Skilling Queenslanders for Work page expressly identifies Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as a participant group; eligible Queensland not-for-profit organisations may propose projects serving them. This is a general program.

    Closes
    22 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies — check official source
    Where
    Queensland

    Queensland not-for-profit organisations can seek project funding to help unemployed or underemployed people gain accredited skills and prepare for work. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are among the participant groups the wider initiative supports; this is a general program, not a First Nations-only grant. Round 2 closes 22 October 2026. Funding varies by project.

    Last checked dtet.qld.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 14 days · Thu 22 OctIn 14 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Queensland Get Set for Work — 2026–27 Round 2

    First Nations relevance: The parent Skilling Queenslanders for Work page explicitly names Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as a supported group. Eligible Queensland community organisations may serve eligible First Nations young people; the grant itself is general.

    Closes
    22 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies — check official source
    Where
    Queensland

    Eligible Queensland community organisations can seek funding to deliver training and employment support for disadvantaged young people aged 15–24. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are among groups supported by the wider initiative, but this is a general program. Round 2 closes 22 October 2026; project funding varies.

    Last checked dtet.qld.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 14 days · Thu 22 OctIn 14 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Queensland Work Skills Traineeships — 2026–27 Round 2

    First Nations relevance: The parent Skilling Queenslanders for Work page expressly names Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people among participant groups supported. Eligible Queensland community organisations can propose projects involving them; this program is not First Nations-exclusive.

    Closes
    22 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies — check official source
    Where
    Queensland

    Queensland community organisations can seek funding to employ and train disadvantaged job seekers on local projects. The broader initiative includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people among groups supported; this is a general program. Round 2 closes 22 October 2026. Funding varies by project.

    Last checked dtet.qld.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 14 days · Thu 22 OctIn 14 days · 5 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant First Nations focused

    Screen Australia First Nations Documentary Development

    First Nations relevance: For eligible First Nations documentary writers and screen practitioners.

    Closes
    22 October 20265 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $30,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Up to AUD $30,000 for eligible First Nations documentary development; one-hour television documentaries and online series are capped at AUD $20,000. Applications close 22 October 2026 at 5 pm AEDT.

    Last checked screenaustralia.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 14 days · Thu 22 OctIn 14 days · 5 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant First Nations focused

    Screen Australia First Nations Feature Development

    First Nations relevance: For eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander feature-film writers, directors and producers.

    Closes
    22 October 20265 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $45,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Up to AUD $30,000 for eligible First Nations feature development, or AUD $45,000 with a producer attached. Applications close 22 October 2026 at 5 pm AEDT.

    Last checked screenaustralia.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes in 14 days · Thu 22 OctIn 14 days · 5 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant First Nations focused

    Screen Australia First Nations TV Drama Development

    First Nations relevance: For eligible First Nations television drama writers, directors and producers developing projects.

    Closes
    22 October 20265 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $65,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Up to AUD $65,000 for eligible First Nations TV drama development, depending on format and team. Applications close 22 October 2026 at 5 pm AEDT.

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Friday 23 October · 2 listings close in 15 days

  • Closes in 15 days · Fri 23 OctIn 15 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Victoria Support for Carers Program 2027–2031

    First Nations relevance: The Victorian Government expressly encourages First Nations organisations, including incorporated Aboriginal entities.

    Closes
    23 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    $100,000–$2,000,000 per year
    Where
    Victoria

    Eligible Victorian organisations can request AUD $100,000–$2 million per year for four years, from July 2027 to June 2031. First Nations organisations are encouraged to apply. Applications close 23 October 2026.

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  • Closes in 15 days · Fri 23 OctIn 15 days · 5 pm ACDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    SA Suicide Prevention Community Grants 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: The official guide names Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as a priority population and Aboriginal leadership as a guiding principle.

    Closes
    23 October 20265 pm ACDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $20,000 in Stream 1; $5,000 in Stream 2One application per stream is permitted for separate projects.
    Where
    South Australia

    SA community-led suicide prevention and wellbeing grants; closes 23 October.

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Sunday 25 October · 1 listing closes in 17 days

Wednesday 28 October · 3 listings close in 20 days

  • Closes in 20 days · Wed 28 OctIn 20 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Baw Baw Shire Arts and Culture Fund 2026

    First Nations relevance: The official fund welcomes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander creatives.

    Closes
    28 October 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $2,000
    Where
    Victoria

    Local creative projects up to $2,000; pre-application meeting required.

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  • Closes in 20 days · Wed 28 OctIn 20 days · 1 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    ASEAN–Australia Centre Grants 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: Stream 1 expressly includes initiatives supporting Australian First Nations businesses to engage economically with Southeast Asia.

    Closes
    28 October 20261 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $50,000–$200,000 per year
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Eligible Australian applicants can request AUD $50,000–$200,000 per year for up to two years for projects involving more than one Southeast Asian country. First Nations business engagement is an eligible priority. Applications close 28 October 2026 at 1 pm AEDT.

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  • Closes in 20 days · Wed 28 OctIn 20 days · 3 pm AWST (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    WA Women’s Grants for a Stronger Future — Annual Grants 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: Official guidelines name Aboriginal community-controlled organisations as eligible grassroots applicants and recognise Aboriginal women as a target group; this is a general program.

    Closes
    28 October 20263 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $10,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    WA grassroots organisations, including eligible Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, may seek up to $10,000 for gender-equality projects. Annual Grants close 3 pm AWST 28 October 2026.

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Thursday 29 October · 1 listing closes in 21 days

  • Closes in 21 days · Thu 29 OctIn 21 days · 4 pm AWST (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    WA Regional Performing Arts — Made in WA, September 2026

    First Nations relevance: The official Made in WA guidelines expressly say collaborations with Aboriginal organisations, communities or artists are highly regarded, subject to the regional partnership and new-work tests.

    Closes
    29 October 20264 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $150,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    WA-based performing-arts practitioners or organisations partnering with a regional WA venue can seek up to $150,000 to develop and premiere new work. Aboriginal collaborations are expressly valued. The September round closes 29 October 2026 at 4 pm AWST; applicants must provide at least 20% of project costs.

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Friday 30 October · 2 listings close in 22 days

  • Closes in 22 days · Fri 30 OctIn 22 days · 11:59 pm AEST (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant First Nations focused

    OCHRe NEXGEN Community-Based Researcher Grants 2026

    First Nations relevance: The program funds the development of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-based health researchers through named OCHRe investigators only.

    Closes
    30 October 202611:59 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    $500–$20,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Restricted OCHRe investigator grant supporting First Nations community-based researchers; two tiers from $500 to $20,000. Closes 30 October 2026 or earlier if funds run out.

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  • Closes in 22 days · Fri 30 OctIn 22 days · 11:59 pm AEST (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant First Nations focused

    OCHRe NEXGEN KPI Outcomes Project Boost Grants — Round 2

    First Nations relevance: OCHRe identifies this grant as supporting the next generation of First Nations health researchers; only named OCHRe investigators and their networks can apply.

    Closes
    30 October 202611:59 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $30,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Restricted OCHRe investigator grant: up to $30,000 for First Nations health-research capacity projects; closes 30 October 2026 or earlier if funds run out.

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Saturday 31 October · 3 listings close in 23 days

Sunday 1 November · 1 listing closes in 24 days

  • Pathway · EOI closes in 24 days · Sun 1 NovEOI in 24 days · time not listed (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Proposal / EOI pathway First Nations focused

    Inner West Seniors Festival 2027 EOI

    First Nations relevance: This 2027 EOI supports First Nations Elders and older people and requires a First Nations applicant or an organisation with a dedicated First Nations identified role leading the project.

    Closes
    1 November 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $5,000
    Where
    NSW

    Not an open grant round.

    Up to AUD $5,000 for Seniors Festival activities benefiting First Nations Elders in Inner West. First Nations applicants or an organisation with a dedicated First Nations identified project lead may qualify. EOI closes 1 November 2026; official sources use different time-zone labels.

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Monday 2 November · 5 listings close in 25 days

  • Closes in 25 days · Mon 2 NovIn 25 days · 2 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Creative Western Sydney Micro-Grants 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations can apply if they meet the Western Sydney creative-program conditions; general program.

    Closes
    2 November 20262 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $3,000–$5,000 individuals/groups; $5,000–$10,000 organisationsLimits depend on applicant type; funding is exclusive of GST.
    Where
    NSW

    Western Sydney creative micro-grants; eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations can apply. Closes 2 November 2026 at 2 pm.

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  • Closes in 25 days · Mon 2 NovIn 25 days · 2 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    NSW Port Kembla Community Investment Fund — Round 7

    First Nations relevance: Local Aboriginal Land Councils and CATSI-registered corporations are expressly listed as eligible applicants, subject to the Port Kembla project-area and other criteria.

    Closes
    2 November 20262 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $25,000–$250,000
    Where
    NSW

    NSW grants of $25,000–$250,000 support eligible community-benefit projects in the defined Port Kembla area. Local Aboriginal Land Councils and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations are among the eligible applicant types; this is a general program. Applications close 2 November 2026 at 2 pm.

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  • Closes in 25 days · Mon 2 NovIn 25 days · 12 pm AWST (worked out from the listed closing date)
    Open to eligible applicants

    Only qualifying historic heritage projects and applicants are eligible.

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    WA Community Heritage Grants Program 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: Mainstream; eligible First Nations heritage organisations and projects can apply

    Closes
    2 November 202612 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Standard: up to $10,000; major: up to $30,000Funding is matched 50:50. Eligible in-kind contributions can count toward the applicant share.
    Where
    Western Australia

    Education, community engagement and interpretation of qualifying historic heritage places.

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  • Closes in 25 days · Mon 2 NovIn 25 days · 12 pm AWST (worked out from the listed closing date)
    Open to eligible applicants

    Private ownership, heritage registration, insurance and ownership-duration criteria apply.

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    WA State Heritage Grants 2026–27 — Conservation Projects

    First Nations relevance: Mainstream; relevant to eligible First Nations private owners of registered heritage places

    Closes
    2 November 202612 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Standard: up to $50,000; major: up to $100,000Normally matched 50:50; higher funding requires major-project criteria. In-kind contributions are excluded.
    Where
    Western Australia

    Conservation works for privately owned State Registered heritage places, including qualifying major projects with heritage tourism or disaster-resilience outcomes.

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  • Closes in 25 days · Mon 2 NovIn 25 days · 12 pm AWST (worked out from the listed closing date)
    Open to eligible applicants

    Place, ownership and insurance criteria apply. Councils can apply for qualifying documentation.

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    WA State Heritage Grants 2026–27 — Documentation Projects

    First Nations relevance: Mainstream; relevant to eligible First Nations owners of heritage places

    Closes
    2 November 202612 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $16,000 (80% of eligible costs)Assessment-program places qualify only for Conservation Management Plans.
    Where
    Western Australia

    Conservation planning and documentation for eligible heritage places, with qualifying owner and council applications.

    Last checked wa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Tuesday 3 November · 1 listing closes in 26 days

  • Closes in 26 days · Tue 3 NovIn 26 days · 2 pm AEDT (worked out from the listed closing date)

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    NSW Transitional Operational Funding Program 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: The program explicitly identifies First Nations stories and cultural leadership among its priorities, but it is open only to organisations meeting strict prior Create NSW funding conditions.

    Closes
    3 November 20262 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $150,000
    Where
    NSW

    Targeted NSW arts operational funding up to $150,000 for qualifying previous Create NSW recipients. First Nations cultural leadership is a strategic priority; strict prior-funding rules apply.

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Later closing dates

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Fixed dates more than 30 days away. Some may close early.

Closing in November 2026 · 9 listings

  • Closes 9 Nov 2026Closes 9 Nov 2026 · Time not listed

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    NSW Environmental Education 2026 — Tier 1

    First Nations relevance: NSW Local Aboriginal Land Councils and registered NSW Aboriginal corporations are expressly eligible; general program.

    Closes
    9 November 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $60,000
    Where
    NSW

    Up to $60,000 for NSW environmental education projects; Aboriginal land councils and corporations are eligible. Closes 9 November 2026.

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  • Closes 9 Nov 2026Closes 9 Nov 2026 · Time not listed

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    NSW Environmental Education 2026 — Tier 2

    First Nations relevance: NSW Local Aboriginal Land Councils and registered NSW Aboriginal corporations are expressly eligible; general program.

    Closes
    9 November 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    $60,001–$250,000
    Where
    NSW

    $60,001–$250,000 for larger NSW environmental education projects; Aboriginal land councils and corporations are eligible. Closes 9 November 2026.

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  • Closes 10 Nov 2026Closes 10 Nov 2026 · 3 pm AEDT

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Creative Australia — International Travel Fund: Market Development

    First Nations relevance: The official eligible-practices list explicitly includes First Nations arts and culture, and the purpose statement includes First Nations international gatherings.

    Closes
    10 November 20263 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    $5,000, $10,000, $15,000 or $20,000Only these four fixed request amounts are accepted.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Eligible Australian artists, creative workers and arts organisations can request one of four fixed amounts—$5,000, $10,000, $15,000 or $20,000—for international travel to a significant market-development event or gathering. First Nations arts and culture are expressly within the eligible practices. Applications close at 3 pm AEDT on 10 November 2026.

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  • Closes 10 Nov 2026Closes 10 Nov 2026 · 9 pm AEDT

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Federal Veteran Wellbeing Grants 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: The minister’s official 29 September 2026 announcement cites Indigenous-led wellbeing projects for First Nations veterans among prior awards.

    Closes
    10 November 20269 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $200,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Eligible ex-service organisations, or qualifying partnerships with them, can apply for small grants up to AUD $50,000 or large grants of $50,001–$200,000. Applications close 10 November 2026 at 9 pm AEDT. Follow DVA’s current GrantConnect application instructions.

    Last checked dva.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 11 Nov 2026Closes 11 Nov 2026 · 5 pm AEDT

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    NSW Veteran Community Grants Program 2026

    First Nations relevance: The NSW criteria expressly list ORIC-registered Indigenous Corporations and NSW Local Aboriginal Land Councils as eligible applicants.

    Closes
    11 November 20265 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $3,000 in Categories 1–3; $10,000 in Category 4Select the appropriate category; its funding cap and eligible costs apply.
    Where
    NSW

    NSW veteran-community grants; Indigenous corporations and LALCs eligible; closes 11 November.

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  • Closes 13 Nov 2026Closes 13 Nov 2026 · Time not listed
    Opening announced: 9 October 2026

    Opening announced for 9 October 2026. Confirm the live GrantsNT round before applying.

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    NT Grow Your Business Program — 2026 opening round

    First Nations relevance: Mainstream; eligible established First Nations businesses can apply

    Closes
    13 November 2026Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Tier caps: $5,000 / $20,000 / $50,000All tiers require a 50:50 contribution and a separate eligible project.
    Where
    NT

    Advisory and specialist-service support to improve capability, growth and transformation in established NT businesses.

    Last checked nt.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 16 Nov 2026Closes 16 Nov 2026 · 11:59 pm AEDT

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Pride Foundation Australia Small Grants — Round 3 2026

    First Nations relevance: The Foundation explicitly commits grant funding to First Nations LGBTIQ+ Sistergirl and Brotherboy-led initiatives; this is a general LGBTQIA+ round.

    Closes
    16 November 202611:59 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $1,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Up to AUD $1,000 for eligible LGBTQIA+ community projects, with a regional and rural priority in Round 3. Applications close 16 November 2026 at 11:59 pm AEDT. Use the ACF portal and access code PFASGP2026.

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  • Closes 19 Nov 2026Closes 19 Nov 2026 · 2 pm AEDT

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    NSW Quick Response Fashion Grant 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: First Nations designers are among the groups covered by a combined allocation with Western Sydney and regional NSW; general program.

    Closes
    19 November 20262 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $10,000
    Where
    NSW

    Up to $10,000 for emerging NSW fashion/textile applicants; First Nations designers are among targeted groups. Final close 19 November 2026 at 2 pm.

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  • Closes 30 Nov 2026Closes 30 Nov 2026 · 9 pm AEDT
    Invitation only

    Only invited ranger organisations with current DAFF biosecurity contracts can apply.

    Grant First Nations focused

    Indigenous Ranger Biosecurity Program — Ranger Capability Building Grants Round 4

    First Nations relevance: Indigenous ranger organisations; invitation required

    Closes
    30 November 20269 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Award limit not publicly stated$5 million is the total round budget, excluding GST; it is not a per-organisation grant limit.
    Where
    NT, Queensland, Western Australia

    By invitation only. Not an open grant round.

    Capability funding for contracted Indigenous ranger organisations protecting northern Australia through biosecurity surveillance.

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Closing in December 2026 · 7 listings

  • Closes 3 Dec 2026Closes 3 Dec 2026 · 5 pm AEDT
    Open to eligible applicants

    One SRC stream application per organisation per round. Confirm Round 31 in the portal.

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    FRRR — Strengthening Rural Communities: Prepare & Recover Round 31

    First Nations relevance: Mainstream program recognising First Nations knowledge, healing and care for Country

    Closes
    3 December 20265 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $25,000For eligible rural, regional and remote not-for-profits or auspiced community groups.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Local climate preparedness and disaster recovery projects, recognising First Nations knowledge, community connection and care for Country.

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  • Closes 3 Dec 2026Closes 3 Dec 2026 · 5 pm AEDT
    Open to eligible applicants

    One SRC stream application per organisation per round. Confirm Round 31 in the portal.

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    FRRR — Strengthening Rural Communities: Small & Vital Round 31

    First Nations relevance: Mainstream program with First Nations self-determination priority

    Closes
    3 December 20265 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Small: up to $10,000; targeted: up to $50,000The higher tier is restricted to specified digital inclusion or location-specific climate/environment projects.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Supports rural, regional and remote community-led projects, with priorities including First Nations self-determination and digital inclusion.

    Last checked frrr.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 3 Dec 2026Closes 3 Dec 2026 · 5 pm AEDT

    Other funding General program · First Nations eligible

    Screen Australia — Narrative Content Production, December 2026 round

    First Nations relevance: Eligible First Nations screen practitioners and production companies can apply under the general program. Projects involving First Nations participation or content must meet consultation, consent and cultural-protocol requirements.

    Closes
    3 December 20265 pm AEDT
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies — check official source
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Production funding for eligible Australian narrative projects may be a grant or recoupable equity investment. Discuss the project with a Screen Australia Investment Manager before applying.

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  • Closes 3 Dec 2026Closes 3 Dec 2026 · 4 pm AWST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    WA Contemporary Music Fund Development Program — Round 1 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: The official program objectives seek strong Aboriginal representation; applications on behalf of Aboriginal people require evidence of their significant involvement.

    Closes
    3 December 20264 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $20,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    WA contemporary-music artists, groups and industry professionals can seek up to $20,000 for career-development activities. Round 1 closes 3 December 2026 at 4 pm AWST. General program with Aboriginal representation as an objective.

    Last checked cits.wa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 3 Dec 2026Closes 3 Dec 2026 · 4 pm AWST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    WA Creative Industries Travel and Trade Program — Round 1 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: The official WA guideline allows applications on behalf of Aboriginal people and requires evidence of their significant involvement in the activity.

    Closes
    3 December 20264 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $10,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    WA-based artists and small creative businesses with a confirmed professional opportunity can seek travel support: up to $5,000 for regional or national activity, or $10,000 for international activity. Aboriginal-led applications are eligible; work proposed on behalf of Aboriginal people needs evidence of significant involvement. Round 1 closes 3 December 2026 at 4 pm AWST.

    Last checked cits.wa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 11 Dec 2026Closes 11 Dec 2026 · 5 pm AWST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    WA Carbon Innovation Grants Program — Round 3

    First Nations relevance: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations are an eligible entity type only with a qualifying WA heavy-industry emissions project and industrial partner.

    Closes
    11 December 20265 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    $50,000–$1,500,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    WA’s general Carbon Innovation round accepts qualifying Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations for heavy-industry emissions projects. Stream-dependent grants range from $50,000 to $1.5 million; applications close 11 December 2026 at 5 pm AWST.

    Last checked wa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Pathway · EOI closes in 68 days · Tue 15 DecEOI in 68 days · 5 pm ACST (worked out from the listed closing date)
    Open to eligible applicants

    Submit on behalf of the whole NT Aboriginal community; community support is required.

    Proposal / EOI pathway First Nations focused

    Aboriginal Investment NT — Collective Impact Initiative EOI 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: Aboriginal community-led

    Closes
    15 December 20265 pm ACST
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies by approved community planA successful EOI does not guarantee grant funding.
    Where
    NT

    Not an open grant round.

    A community EOI pathway to develop long-term collaborative projects in the NT. Approved plans can receive grant funding and strategic support.

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Closing in March 2027 · 1 listing

  • Closes 30 Mar 2027Closes 30 Mar 2027 · Time not listed

    Grant First Nations focused

    NT Aboriginal Tourism Product Distribution — Round 2

    First Nations relevance: For NT-based tourism businesses or organisations more than 50% Aboriginal-owned.

    Closes
    30 March 2027Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    $2,000–$5,000
    Where
    NT

    AUD $2,000–$5,000 excluding GST for eligible majority Aboriginal-owned NT tourism businesses. Closes 30 March 2027 or earlier if funds run out. The program page says 4 pm NT time; GrantsNT says 5:30 pm ACST. Confirm the cutoff.

    Last checked tourismandeventsnt.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Closing in April 2027 · 4 listings

  • Closes 26 Apr 2027Closes 26 Apr 2027 · 11:59 pm AEST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    City of Parramatta Sports & Recreation Grant

    First Nations relevance: The official program includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation as a priority.

    Closes
    26 April 202711:59 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $2,500
    Where
    NSW

    Up to AUD $2,500 for local participation in sport and recreation. Next quarterly cutoff: 2 November 2026; final 2026–27 portal cutoff: 26 April 2027, end of day AEST.

    Last checked cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Apr 2027Closes 30 Apr 2027 · Time not listed

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    City of Stonnington Quick Response Community Grants 2026/27

    First Nations relevance: Eligible local First Nations not-for-profit groups may apply on the same terms as other community groups. The program expressly supports reconciliation and inclusive community activities; it is not reserved First Nations funding.

    Closes
    30 April 2027Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $1,000
    Where
    Victoria

    Up to AUD $1,000 cash for eligible local community needs; an in-kind facilities stream has separate rules. Closes 30 April 2027 or earlier if funds run out. Council lists 5 pm and the portal lists midnight AEST; confirm the cutoff.

    Last checked stonnington.vic.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Apr 2027Closes 30 Apr 2027 · 12 pm AEST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Sound NSW Touring and Travel Fund — International Touring

    First Nations relevance: The official program expressly encourages First Nations artists and acts to apply, subject to established-artist and touring criteria.

    Closes
    30 April 202712 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $30,000
    Where
    NSW

    Sound NSW offers up to $30,000 in matched funding for eligible established NSW contemporary-music artists and acts undertaking a significant international tour. It encourages First Nations applicants but is not First Nations-exclusive. The next listed assessment cutoff is 30 October 2026 at noon; the final program close is 30 April 2027 at noon.

    Last checked nsw.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Apr 2027Closes 30 Apr 2027 · 11:59 pm AWST

    Voucher First Nations focused

    WA Aboriginal Bushfoods Supply Chain Voucher Program

    First Nations relevance: For eligible Aboriginal-owned Western Australian bushfoods, bush products, seafood and beef businesses.

    Closes
    30 April 202711:59 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $10,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Vouchers up to $10,000 excluding GST for eligible WA Aboriginal-owned supply-chain businesses; open until 30 April 2027 or funds run out.

    Last checked dpird.wa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Closing in May 2027 · 3 listings

  • Closes 3 May 2027Closes 3 May 2027 · Time not listed

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Screen Territory — Career Development Grants 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: Eligible First Nations NT screen practitioners and host companies can apply under the general program’s residency, experience and placement rules; no reserved First Nations allocation was identified.

    Closes
    3 May 2027Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $15,000
    Where
    NT

    Up to AUD $15,000 for eligible NT screen-practitioner attachments, internships and mentorships. Applications close 3 May 2027; the official calendar says 2 pm ACST and GrantsNT says 2:30 pm. Confirm the cutoff and submit early.

    Last checked grantsnt.nt.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 3 May 2027Closes 3 May 2027 · Time not listed

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Screen Territory — Travel Support 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: Eligible NT First Nations screen practitioners or production companies can apply under this general screen-industry program; no reserved First Nations allocation was identified.

    Closes
    3 May 2027Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $5,000
    Where
    NT

    Up to AUD $5,000 for eligible NT screen-industry travel; purpose and traveller limits apply. Applications close 3 May 2027. The official calendar says 2 pm ACST and GrantsNT says 2:30 pm; confirm the cutoff and submit early.

    Last checked grantsnt.nt.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 31 May 2027Closes 31 May 2027 · Time not listed

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Victoria Emergency Sporting Equipment Grant 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: Current Victorian guidelines explicitly list Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations as eligible applicant legal entities when all sport and incident criteria are met.

    Closes
    31 May 2027Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $2,000
    Where
    Victoria

    Eligible Victorian community sport organisations, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander corporations, can seek up to $2,000 to replace essential equipment lost in a qualifying disaster or criminal incident. Applications close 31 May 2027 or earlier if funds run out.

    Last checked sport.vic.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Closing in June 2027 · 12 listings

  • Closes 25 Jun 2027Closes 25 Jun 2027 · 12 pm AEST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Sound NSW Touring and Travel Fund — Domestic and Professional Development

    First Nations relevance: The official program expressly encourages First Nations applicants and aims to allocate part of its budget to them.

    Closes
    25 June 202712 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $5,000 per person; eligible regional applicants may add $500The extra $500 is for eligible regional or remote NSW touring-party members with justified travel costs.
    Where
    NSW

    Sound NSW provides up to AUD $5,000 per person for eligible touring or professional-development travel, plus up to $500 per eligible regional or remote NSW touring member. Monthly submission cutoffs apply; the final listed cutoff is noon on 25 June 2027.

    Last checked nsw.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 3 pm AEST

    Grant First Nations focused

    ACT ACCO Establishment and Expansion Fund 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: Dedicated to new and existing ACT Aboriginal community-controlled human-service organisations and ACCO-led partnerships.

    Closes
    30 June 20273 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $150,000; tier caps applyStart Up: $15,000. Establishment/Development: $150,000. Growth: $120,000.
    Where
    ACT

    ACT Aboriginal community-controlled organisations delivering human services can seek capacity-building funding. Depending on the tier, grants are up to $15,000, $120,000 or $150,000. Applications close 30 June 2027 at 3 pm ACT time.

    Last checked act.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 3 pm ACST

    Grant First Nations focused

    Aboriginal Investment NT — Business Growth Grants Round 3

    First Nations relevance: An Aboriginal Investment NT grant stream for Aboriginal businesses in the Northern Territory.

    Closes
    30 June 20273 pm ACST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $150,000
    Where
    NT

    Up to AUD $150,000 for eligible NT Aboriginal businesses in their growth phase. Apply while funds remain; the current portal closes 30 June 2027 at 3 pm ACST.

    Last checked aboriginalinvestment.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 3 pm ACST

    Grant First Nations focused

    Aboriginal Investment NT — Business Start-Up Grants Round 3

    First Nations relevance: An Aboriginal Investment NT grant stream for Aboriginal businesses in the Northern Territory.

    Closes
    30 June 20273 pm ACST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $100,000
    Where
    NT

    Eligible NT Aboriginal businesses in the start-up phase can seek up to $100,000 from Aboriginal Investment NT. Round 3 is open until its allocation is exhausted; the application portal currently lists an outer close of 30 June 2027 at 3 pm ACST. Check the grant guidelines before applying.

    Last checked aboriginalinvestment.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 4 pm AEST

    Grant First Nations focused

    City of Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Collaboration Fund

    First Nations relevance: Supports local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, groups and community-controlled organisations in the City of Sydney.

    Closes
    30 June 20274 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $50,000
    Where
    NSW

    Up to AUD $50,000 for eligible projects benefiting local First Nations communities. Apply while budget remains; the current portal closes 30 June 2027 at 4 pm AEST.

    Last checked cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 4 pm AEST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    City of Sydney Quick Response Grant

    First Nations relevance: The official criteria identify First Nations communities among priority groups.

    Closes
    30 June 20274 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $5,000
    Where
    NSW

    Up to AUD $5,000 for eligible local City of Sydney community projects. Apply while funds remain; the current portal closes 30 June 2027 at 4 pm AEST.

    Last checked cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 5 pm ACST

    Grant First Nations focused

    Aboriginal Investment NT — Community Quick Response Grants

    First Nations relevance: Projects must support Aboriginal communities or homelands in the Northern Territory.

    Closes
    30 June 20275 pm ACST
    Funding (AUD)
    $1,000–$20,000
    Where
    NT

    Round 3 offers AUD $1,000–$20,000 excluding GST for eligible small, one-off projects in Northern Territory Aboriginal communities. Applications are accepted through the current round portal, which closes 30 June 2027 at 5 pm ACST.

    Last checked aboriginalinvestment.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 5 pm AWST

    Grant First Nations focused

    Screenwest First Nations Practitioner Development

    First Nations relevance: For Western Australian First Nations screen practitioners seeking professional development.

    Closes
    30 June 20275 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $5,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Eligible WA First Nations screen practitioners can seek up to AUD $5,000 for skills development, or $1,500 for national travel plus up to $500 for eligible regional travel. The current application round closes 30 June 2027 at 5 pm AWST.

    Last checked screenwest.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 5 pm AWST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Screenwest Matched Scripted Television Production Fund — 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: Screenwest expressly encourages First Nations applicants. Experienced WA producers must meet the commissioning, expenditure, rights and production criteria.

    Closes
    30 June 20275 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $2,000,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Matched production grants up to $2 million for eligible experienced WA producers with an Australian broadcaster or streaming commission.

    Last checked screenwest.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 5 pm AWST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Screenwest Professional Development — Placements

    First Nations relevance: First Nations practitioners are encouraged to apply; Screenwest may consider eligibility flexibility where a placement provides significant WA benefit.

    Closes
    30 June 20275 pm AWST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $25,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Grants up to $25,000 to support an eligible WA screen or games practitioner’s exceptional placement; funding is paid to the placement provider to employ the practitioner.

    Last checked screenwest.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 11 pm AEST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Screen NSW Development Program 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: General screen program can include eligible First Nations-led projects; First Nations people, organisations and cultural material require relevant community support and involvement confirmation.

    Closes
    30 June 202711 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $50,000
    Where
    NSW

    Screen NSW accepts rolling applications for qualifying fiction, documentary and online project development, including appropriately supported First Nations-led work. Funding can be up to $50,000; the listed final close is 30 June 2027 at 11 pm NSW time.

    Last checked nsw.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Closes 30 Jun 2027Closes 30 Jun 2027 · 11:59 pm AEST

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Moonee Valley Extraordinary Community Support Grants 2026/27

    First Nations relevance: First Nations-led not-for-profit organisations providing essential material aid, welfare or emergency assistance in Moonee Valley may qualify under this general community-service program.

    Closes
    30 June 202711:59 pm AEST
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $50,000
    Where
    Victoria

    Up to $50,000 can support essential community-service organisations in Moonee Valley facing urgent, unforeseen costs. Applicants must discuss their project with Council before applying; the annual funding pool is limited.

    Last checked mvcc.vic.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Closing in June 2029 · 1 listing

  • Closes 30 Jun 2029Closes 30 Jun 2029 · Time not listed

    Grant First Nations focused

    NIAA PBC Strategic Projects Grant

    First Nations relevance: Funding specifically for Prescribed Bodies Corporate and eligible Traditional Owner entities.

    Closes
    30 June 2029Check provider for closing time
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies — check official source
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Year-round strategic-project grants for eligible Prescribed Bodies Corporate and Traditional Owner entities, until 30 June 2029 or funds are allocated. Speak with NIAA before applying.

    Last checked niaa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Open anytime

26 (4 by invitation only)

No fixed closing date. Apply when your project is ready and check the official page for timing. Listings marked Invitation only are not open to everyone.

Open anytime, First Nations focused · 22 listings (4 by invitation only)

  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Aarnja Foundation Future Fund — Community Heroes & Champion Grant

    First Nations relevance: Supports eligible Kimberley Aboriginal individuals recognised for contribution to community.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $1,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Aarnja offers up to $1,000 to support Kimberley Aboriginal community heroes and champions. This Future Fund stream is open year-round and assessed quarterly.

    Last checked aarnja.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Aarnja Foundation Future Fund — Education & Training Grant

    First Nations relevance: For eligible Kimberley Aboriginal individuals and families meeting Aarnja’s cultural-bloc, need and study/employment tests.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    $2,000–$12,000 per year
    Where
    Western Australia

    Eligible Kimberley Aboriginal individuals can seek AUD $2,000–$12,000 per year for education and employment-related study support. Funding may span the course of study under the 2026 guidelines. Applications are open year-round and considered quarterly.

    Last checked aarnja.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Aarnja Foundation Future Fund — Innovation Grant

    First Nations relevance: Focused on Kimberley Aboriginal community-controlled initiatives, subject to specific applicant exclusions.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    $10,000–$40,000 per year
    Where
    Western Australia

    Eligible Kimberley Aboriginal organisations can seek AUD $10,000–$40,000 per year for up to three years for qualifying innovation projects. Discuss the proposal with Aarnja before applying. Applications are open year-round and considered quarterly.

    Last checked aarnja.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Aarnja Foundation Future Fund — On-country Grant

    First Nations relevance: For Kimberley Aboriginal Traditional Owners meeting Aarnja’s cultural-bloc and financial-need tests.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $500
    Where
    Western Australia

    Aarnja offers up to $500 for eligible Kimberley Aboriginal people to take part in on-Country cultural experiences. This Future Fund stream is open year-round and considered at quarterly board meetings.

    Last checked aarnja.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Aarnja Foundation Future Fund — Significant Support for Kimberley Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations Grant

    First Nations relevance: Specifically for qualifying Kimberley-based Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, subject to exclusions.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    $20,000–$50,000 per year
    Where
    Western Australia

    Eligible Kimberley Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations can seek AUD $20,000–$50,000 per year for up to three years, covering no more than 50% of project costs. Discuss the proposal with Aarnja’s CEO before applying; applications are considered quarterly.

    Last checked aarnja.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Aboriginal Sport Participation — Category 3 athlete support

    First Nations relevance: For eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander athletes or coaches in Victoria selected for qualifying sporting pathways.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $750 per person
    Where
    Victoria

    Victorian travel and accommodation support for eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander athletes/coaches. Category 3 is rolling until funds are exhausted.

    Last checked sport.vic.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    City of Adelaide First Nations Arts and Culture Quick Response 2026/27

    First Nations relevance: Funding must primarily benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people or organisations through arts and culture projects in the City of Adelaide.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    $2,000–$5,000
    Where
    South Australia

    Grants of $2,000–$5,000 support small arts and cultural projects in Adelaide and North Adelaide that primarily benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Apply at least five weeks before the project starts.

    Last checked cityofadelaide.smartygrants.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • No closing date listedNo closing date listed

    Grant First Nations focused

    ILSC Disaster Recovery Quick Response Grants

    First Nations relevance: For incorporated Indigenous corporations with property directly affected by a declared natural disaster.

    Closes
    No fixed date listed
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $20,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Up to $20,000 excluding GST for urgent safety and clean-up work on eligible Indigenous corporation property; no closing date.

    Last checked ilsc.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date
    Open to eligible applicants

    Loan approval, credit and security requirements apply; this is not a stand-alone $150,000 grant.

    Other funding First Nations focused

    Indigenous Business Australia — Start-Up Finance Package

    First Nations relevance: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business ownership eligibility

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Finance package up to $150,000This combines a repayable loan with an asset grant component of up to 30% of a new business loan.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Finance and support for eligible First Nations start-ups that need capital assets to get their business running. Commercial viability and IBA credit criteria apply.

    Last checked iba.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Ngalaya — Member Grants

    First Nations relevance: First Nations legal-profession support restricted to current Ngalaya members; the organisation serves NSW and ACT.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies — check official source
    Where
    ACT, NSW

    Ngalaya accepts applications at any time for one-off grants to help current members with specific education, professional-development or advocacy costs. Financial need receives priority.

    Last checked ngalaya.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    NSWALC Small Community Grants 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: NSWALC funds Aboriginal NSW community members and eligible community organisations for specified community benefits.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $1,000 per year
    Where
    NSW

    NSW Aboriginal community members and community organisations may apply for up to $1,000 for eligible cultural, sporting and wellbeing activities. Regional Councillor endorsement is required.

    Last checked alc.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date
    Rolling intake

    Intake pauses 22 October, 9 am AEDT–6 November, 5 pm AEDT; reopening depends on remaining funds.

    Grant First Nations focused

    Pride Foundation Australia — 2026 ATSSSI Large Grants Round 2

    First Nations relevance: First Nations / South Sea Islander led; LGBTQIA+ beneficiaries

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    $5,000–$20,000 over up to two yearsNo GST payable. An eligible auspice can support applicants without organisational status.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Supports ATSSSI-led projects for LGBTQIA+ Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and South Sea Islander people, including cultural connection, wellbeing and community inclusion.

    Last checked communityfoundation.org.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    SA Flying Start Aboriginal Workforce Grants — Round 2

    First Nations relevance: Program purpose is Aboriginal workforce participation and cultural safety in South Australian early-childhood services.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $20,000
    Where
    South Australia

    Eligible South Australian early-childhood services can seek up to $20,000 to strengthen Aboriginal cultural safety and Aboriginal staff development. Round 2 is open until its funding is expended or the guideline is rescinded.

    Last checked earlychildhood.sa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Screen Australia First Nations Sector Development Internships

    First Nations relevance: For eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander screen practitioners pursuing a sector internship.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $20,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Always-open internship support of up to $20,000 for eligible First Nations screen practitioners; apply well before the placement.

    Last checked screenaustralia.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Screen Australia First Nations Sector Development Travel Grants

    First Nations relevance: For eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander screen practitioners seeking travel support for industry opportunities.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $6,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Eligible First Nations screen practitioners may request up to AUD $3,000 for domestic travel or AUD $6,000 for international travel. Applications are open year-round; lodge at least five weeks before the event.

    Last checked screenaustralia.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • No closing date listedNo closing date listed
    Invitation only

    A producer-led application and an invitation are required.

    Other funding First Nations focused

    Screen Australia — First Nations Documentary Production

    First Nations relevance: First Nations director and relevant creative team requirements

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies by projectMatched post-production support has a $100,000 sublimit and qualifying broadcaster-presale requirements.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    By invitation only. Not an open grant round.

    Supports production or completion of documentaries by eligible First Nations creative teams. A producer leads the application.

    Last checked screenaustralia.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • No closing date listedNo closing date listed
    Invitation only

    A producer-led application and an invitation are required.

    Other funding First Nations focused

    Screen Australia — First Nations Feature Production Fund

    First Nations relevance: First Nations writer/director requirements

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies by projectFunding can be a grant or recoupable equity investment. No overall cap is stated on the public program page.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    By invitation only. Not an open grant round.

    Support for low-budget feature films with First Nations key creatives and a credible Australian distribution and finance plan.

    Last checked screenaustralia.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • No closing date listedNo closing date listed
    Invitation only

    Discuss the proposal with the First Nations investment team before an invited application.

    Grant First Nations focused

    Screen Australia — First Nations Sector Development Industry Support

    First Nations relevance: First Nations screen practitioner development; applicant need not be exclusively Indigenous

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $50,000 per applicant per financial yearMultiple activities may be submitted within the annual cap.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    By invitation only. Not an open grant round.

    Workshops and special initiatives that develop First Nations screen practitioners’ writing, directing and production skills, including regional and remote delivery.

    Last checked screenaustralia.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • No closing date listedNo closing date listed
    Invitation only

    A producer-led application and an invitation are required.

    Other funding First Nations focused

    Screen Australia — First Nations TV Drama Production

    First Nations relevance: First Nations writer/director requirements

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies by projectFunding can be a grant or recoupable equity investment. A qualifying commissioning-platform presale is required.
    Where
    Australia-wide

    By invitation only. Not an open grant round.

    Production funding for First Nations television and online drama, with qualifying creative credits, presale and producer requirements.

    Last checked screenaustralia.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Screenwest First Nations Low Budget Television Fund

    First Nations relevance: For eligible First Nations low-budget television productions commissioned for a national broadcaster.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $25,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Up to $25,000 for eligible First Nations low-budget TV productions commissioned by a national broadcaster; year-round.

    Last checked screenwest.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Other funding First Nations focused

    Screenwest First Nations Project Development

    First Nations relevance: For Western Australian First Nations screen practitioners and production companies.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $15,000 per application
    Where
    Western Australia

    Screenwest’s current linked guideline allows up to AUD $15,000 per project-development application, capped at $30,000 per applicant per financial year. Eligible WA First Nations practitioners and companies can apply year-round. Development investment and repayment terms apply.

    Last checked screenwest.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant First Nations focused

    Wuu-rri Microgrants for Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurs

    First Nations relevance: National Indigenous entrepreneurship microgrant for First Nations youth and closely aligned organisations.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $5,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Wuu-rri offers up to $5,000 per initiative for Indigenous youth entrepreneurs and organisations supporting Indigenous youth. Applications are open year-round with no fixed deadline.

    Last checked wuu-rri.com.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Open anytime, General programs · First Nations eligible · 4 listings

  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    City of Albany Quick Response Grants 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: General Albany program open to eligible Aboriginal community groups; the City lists a past Wagyl Kaip Southern Noongar Aboriginal Corporation award under Quick Response.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $1,000
    Where
    Western Australia

    Albany groups can request up to $1,000 for eligible small local activities outside the annual funding program. Applications are considered until funds are exhausted.

    Last checked albany.wa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Queensland Community Foundation Skills — 2026–27

    First Nations relevance: The parent Skilling Queenslanders for Work initiative expressly supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people among other groups. Eligible Queensland community organisations may propose suitable projects; this program is not First Nations-focused.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies — check official source
    Where
    Queensland

    Queensland not-for-profit community organisations can seek funding to deliver literacy, numeracy and digital foundation-skills training to disadvantaged people. Applications are accepted through 2026–27 until available funds are exhausted. First Nations people can be among eligible participants; this is a general program, and award size varies.

    Last checked dtet.qld.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    SA Flying Start Infrastructure Grants

    First Nations relevance: The current program expressly includes ACCO-led Community Child Care Restricted services and demand for preschool places for Aboriginal children.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Varies — check official source
    Where
    South Australia

    South Australia accepts applications year-round to co-invest in new or expanded preschool facilities where additional places are needed. Eligible ACCO-led early-childhood services can apply; individual grant amounts are not fixed publicly.

    Last checked earlychildhood.sa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Rolling · no fixed dateRolling · no fixed date

    Grant General program · First Nations eligible

    Torres Strait Island Regional Council Community Grants

    First Nations relevance: Supports public-benefit projects involving TSIRC residents and communities in the Torres Strait. Local Torres Strait Islander individuals and community organisations may qualify under the residency and community-benefit rules.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Up to $2,500 individuals; $10,000 community organisationsApproved costs are paid directly to suppliers; the individual and organisation caps differ.
    Where
    Queensland

    Monthly funding supports eligible TSIRC residents and community organisations delivering projects with a public benefit. Annual support is capped at $2,500 for individuals and $10,000 for organisations, with payments made to suppliers.

    Last checked tsirc.qld.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

Pathways with no fixed date

3

Not open grant rounds. Read each listing and the funder’s page for the first step, such as an expression of interest or a conversation with the funder. The funder decides what happens next.

Pathways, not open grant rounds · 3 pathways

  • Pathway · not an open grant roundPathway · not an open grant round

    Proposal / EOI pathway First Nations focused

    ILSC Our Country Our Future — EOI pathway

    First Nations relevance: For eligible First Nations groups seeking to return, manage or develop Country.

    Closes
    No fixed date listed
    Funding (AUD)
    Not stated — check provider
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Not an open grant round.

    ILSC expression-of-interest pathway for eligible land, water, planning and capability projects led by First Nations groups.

    Last checked ilsc.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Pathway · not an open grant roundPathway · not an open grant round

    Proposal / EOI pathway First Nations focused

    NIAA — Community Initiated Proposals (proposal pathway)

    First Nations relevance: For proposals addressing a need for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and developed with the affected community.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    Not stated — check provider
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Not an open grant round.

    Proposal pathway, not an open grant round. Discuss an initial community-developed proposal with NIAA; a full application may follow by invitation.

    Last checked niaa.gov.au (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change
  • Pathway · not an open grant roundPathway · not an open grant round

    Proposal / EOI pathway First Nations focused

    SEDI First Nations Grants — EOI pathway

    First Nations relevance: For eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-owned or controlled social enterprises.

    Closes
    Rolling — check official source
    Funding (AUD)
    $50,000–$120,000
    Where
    Australia-wide

    Not an open grant round.

    Rolling EOI pathway for eligible trading First Nations social enterprises; grants are $50,000–$120,000 if invited to apply.

    Last checked impactinvestingaustralia.com (official page, opens in a new tab) Report a change

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