Tangentyere Charitable Trust No 2

Top Contracts (top 5)

Giving Philosophy

Tangentyere operates on principles of Indigenous self-determination, community control, and holistic wellbeing. The organisation believes Town Campers are the experts in their own lives and best placed to make decisions about their future. Their approach emphasises cultural preservation, empowerment through community governance, and addressing systemic disadvantage through locally-developed solutions. The trust prioritises programs that maintain cultural connections, support family and kinship structures, and increase community autonomy.

Tips for Applicants

Given Tangentyere's structure as a community-controlled organisation with direct service delivery, external grant applications are likely limited. Organisations seeking funding should emphasise Indigenous self-determination, cultural safety, and alignment with Tangentyere's existing programs (Family and Kin Care, bilingual education, community safety, youth services). Direct engagement with the organisation to understand current priorities would be essential before applying.

Notable Grants

• $100 million Strategic Indigenous Housing and Infrastructure Program funding for Town Camps improvements
• $25 million for Social Support Services improvement
• $11 million to expand Short Term Accommodation
• $2 million for Communities for Children expansion
• NIAA Aboriginal Benefit Account funding for Land and Learning Bilingual Resources Project

Financial History (7 years)