The Trustee For The WCCT Central Sub-Regional Trust
Tips for Applicants
Applications are assessed quarterly at Board meetings, so timing is important. The trust has very specific eligibility requirements - you must be a registered Shareholder of one of the five Traditional Owner Groups, a member of the Napranum community, or meet other defined criteria. The WCCT Finance Team (07 4069 7945 or fgo1@westerncape.com.au) actively assists with application completion and visits communities to help with the process. Applications must meet strict charitable purposes under ATO rules - no funding for wages, operating costs, or administration fees. Most grants have specific caps and frequency limits (e.g., equipment every 3 years, whitegoods every 4 years). Always provide detailed budgets, quotes from suppliers, and required documentation (report cards for education, medical letters for health equipment, proof of tenancy for whitegoods). Payments go directly to suppliers, not individuals. Public acknowledgement of CSRT funding is required for most grants. The trust prioritizes community-wide benefit over individual gain.
Giving Philosophy
Operates under strict charitable purposes defined by the trust deed and ATO requirements: relief of poverty and needs arising from old age/sickness/distress, advancement of education and religion, and other purposes beneficial to Traditional Owner communities. Funding is structured around three key objectives: Community Development (infrastructure, health, social development), Community Support (Rangers, bursaries, cultural heritage), and Traditional Owner Group Support. Places strong emphasis on community-wide benefit rather than individual enrichment, with explicit prohibitions on operating expenses, wages, and administration fees.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $2.8M | $2.3M | $11.9M | $11.8M |
| FY2022 | $2.3M | $3.7M | $12.5M | $12.5M |
| FY2021 | $1.7M | $1.6M | $11.2M | $11.2M |
| FY2020 | $1.8M | $1.5M | $11.4M | $11.4M |
| FY2019 | $1.2M | $2.0M | $11.8M | $11.7M |
| FY2018 | $750K | $2.2M | $11.1M | $11.0M |
| FY2017 | $1.5M | $2.3M | $9.6M | $9.6M |
| 7yr total | $12.1M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (9)
9 open · sorted by deadline · last checked 27 April 2026 (13 days ago)
Church Activities
Travel, accommodation, meals for guest speakers at local churches
Educational Bursaries - Primary School
Uniforms, shoes, socks, book packs, school fees for primary school children per year
Outstation Establishment
Feasibility studies and establishment of outstations for Traditional Owner Clan Groups
Cultural Festivals
Support for festivals showcasing Traditional Owner culture and performances that benefit the whole community. Must acknowledge CSRT publicly.
Primary School Bursaries
Annual education support for Prep to Year 6 students from the five Traditional Owner Groups, covering book packs, uniforms, school fees and equipment. Requires report cards and school attendance confirmation.
Secondary School Bursaries
Annual support for secondary students covering tuition, books, uniforms and school-related activities. Requires school attendance records and applicants must be prepared for work experience with Rio Tinto Alcan during holidays.
Whitegoods and Household Goods
Up to $4,500 for essential items (fridges, freezers, washing machines, dryers, beds, mattresses, dining furniture, basic kitchen items, air conditioning) plus up to $1,500 for AC installation. Available every 4 years to low-income households with proof of tenancy. Prioritized for old age/sickness/disability, then low income.
Tertiary Education Bursaries
Up to $1,000 per year plus up to $700 for IT assistance for courses over 12 months. Covers one return trip home annually, books and fees. Requires academic transcripts and does not replace Abstudy.
Funeral Assistance
Up to $5,500 for casket, transport, flowers, funeral director fees and site preparation, plus up to $500 for feasting food. Available for Traditional Owner Group members and their partners.
Program History (4)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
Church Activities
Travel, accommodation, meals for guest speakers at local churches
Cultural Festivals
Funding for cultural festivals showcasing Traditional Owner culture
Educational Bursaries - Primary School
Uniforms, shoes, socks, book packs, school fees for primary school children per year
Outstation Establishment
Feasibility studies and establishment of outstations for Traditional Owner Clan Groups