Foundation For Independence Recreation & Social Training Inc
Concentration RiskAbout
FIRST is a grassroots, member-driven disability services organisation operating in Queensland for over 35 years, providing high-quality developmental and training programs for people with disabilities in the Logan and Gold Coast regions. The foundation operates three purpose-built centres and community venues, offering innovative skills development programs in creative arts, practical trades, and life skills to help members maximise their potential and participate meaningfully in their communities.
Giving Philosophy
FIRST operates on a member-driven, grassroots philosophy centred on empowerment, inclusion, and individual potential. The organisation believes all people with disabilities have the right to participate in and contribute to society, and focuses on responding to individual needs, building skills, creating community links, and providing innovative, engaging learning opportunities that enhance abilities and independence.
Tips for Applicants
Organisations seeking support should align with FIRST's focus on skills development, community participation, and independence for people with disabilities in Queensland. Demonstrate how your initiative supports skill-building, employment pathways, or creative development opportunities for people with disabilities in the Logan or Gold Coast regions.
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
- Sector
- disability
- Website
- www.firstserviceinc.net
- Financial Year
- 2023
Focus Areas
Financials
- Revenue
- $4.5M
- Assets
- $4.2M
Method
- Match Confidence
- registry
- Cross-references
- 2 datasets
- Match Key
- ABN
- Relationships
- 17
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
- Postcode
- 4207
- Locality
- Eagleby
- Remoteness
- Major Cities of Australia
- SEIFA Disadvantage
- Decile 3/10
- LGA
- Gold Coast
- SA2 Region
- Eagleby
- Entities in Area
- 564
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.