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The Trustee For Anindilyakwa Mining Trust
Low
Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Tips for Applicants
Approaches should demonstrate direct benefit to the Anindilyakwa people and Indigenous communities in the NT. Given the trust's connection to mining on Traditional Land, applications supporting community welfare, capacity building and cultural programs in the Groote Eylandt/Arnhem Land region may be well-received.
Giving Philosophy
The trust manages royalties from mining operations on Traditional Indigenous Land, distributing funds to support social welfare, community development and improve outcomes for Aboriginal peoples in the Groote Eylandt region. Giving is likely directed toward community-identified priorities and initiatives that benefit the Traditional Owner community.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $30.5M | $274.4M | $274.4M |
| FY2022 | $41.3M | $25.9M | $227.9M | $227.8M |
| FY2021 | — | $25.5M | $270.6M | $270.6M |
| FY2020 | — | $31.7M | $225.0M | $224.9M |
| FY2019 | $6.5M | $33.5M | $195.9M | $195.9M |
| FY2018 | $7.3M | $26.8M | $165.1M | $165.1M |
| FY2017 | — | $18.0M | $143.5M | $143.5M |
| 7yr total | $55.0M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
communityindigenous
Geographic
AU-NT
Recipients
indigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
Corporate mining royalties - funded by the Groote Eylandt Mining Company (GEMCO) manganese mining operations on Anindilyakwa Country
Board & Leadership
Adam Simpson
trustee
ACNC
Elma Yantarrnga
trustee
ACNC
James Durrilla
trustee
ACNC
Lionel Jaragba
trustee
ACNC
Rodney Tidey
trustee
ACNC
Russell Barnett
trustee
ACNC
Simon Longstaff
trustee
ACNC
Simone Yantarrnga
trustee
ACNC
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Foundation profile updated: 14 April 2026 (29 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (75 days ago)
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