Foundation For Independence Recreation & Social Training Inc
Government Funding ($10.2M)
Giving Philosophy
FIRST's philosophy is rooted in empowering individuals with disabilities to actively participate in and contribute to society. They aim to improve quality of life by focusing on abilities, promoting community awareness and acceptance, and delivering individualized, member-driven support and training designed to be engaging, meaningful, and achievable.
Tips for Applicants
As FIRST is a direct service provider rather than a grant-making foundation, potential participants or their caregivers should utilize the 'Enquiry form' on their website to discuss program eligibility and enrollment for individuals with disabilities.
Social Enterprise
Provides recreation, social training and independence programs for people with disabilities, funded through service fees, program charges, and possibly venue hire.
Financial History (7 years)
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Surplus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4.5M | $4.2M | $4.2M | $341K |
| 2022 | $4.0M | $3.8M | $3.9M | $236K |
| 2021 | $4.6M | $3.8M | $3.6M | $900K |
| 2020 | $4.3M | $3.9M | $2.6M | $469K |
| 2019 | $4.4M | $4.5M | $2.0M | $-94,954 |
| 2018 | $4.6M | $4.4M | $2.4M | $200K |
| 2017 | $3.9M | $3.6M | $2.2M | $288K |
Community Evidence
External EvidenceIdentity
- GS ID
- AU-ABN-89341382344
- ABN
- 89341382344
- Website
- www.firstserviceinc.net
- Financial Year
- 2023
Focus Areas
Board & Leadership (5)
- Babington Kerrieboard member
- Carolyn Ryderchair
- Pauline Davischair
- Spencer Staffordofficeholder
- Cunningham Mikesecretary
Financials
- Revenue
- $4.5M
- Assets
- $4.2M
Method
- Match Confidence
- registry
- Cross-references
- 2 datasets
- Match Key
- ABN
- Relationships
- 13
Matched by Australian Business Number (ABN) — high confidence. This entity was found across multiple government datasets using the same ABN.
Data Sources
JusticeHub
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View on JusticeHubLocation Intelligence
This entity is in a postcode ranked in the most disadvantaged 30% nationally (SEIFA Index of Relative Socio-economic Disadvantage, ABS 2021 Census).
Disability Market Context
NDIS LayerThis organisation shows disability-related delivery signals. The strategic question is whether it sits inside a resilient market, a thin market, or a captured market where large providers take most of the money and local alternatives are scarce.