THE INDIGENOUS MARATHON FOUNDATION LIMITED.
Tips for Applicants
IMF operates primarily as a direct service provider rather than a traditional grant-maker. They seek Indigenous participants for their running programs, community partners for program delivery, corporate sponsors for funding, and individual donors. Prospective partners should demonstrate connection to Indigenous communities, alignment with IMF's reconciliation and health goals, and capacity to support participants. The Foundation values lived experience, cultural knowledge, and demonstrated commitment to First Nations peoples.
Giving Philosophy
IMF operates as a direct service provider rather than a traditional grant-making foundation. Their theory of change centers on using running as a vehicle for Indigenous empowerment, health improvement, and leadership development. They believe in creating pathways for Indigenous Australians to achieve extraordinary goals (completing major international marathons), which then ripple through families and communities. They value cultural celebration, holistic wellbeing, and building role models who inspire others.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $233K | $2.3M | $3.2M | $2.6M |
| FY2022 | $290K | $2.3M | $3.1M | $2.3M |
| FY2021 | — | $2.2M | $3.7M | $2.6M |
| FY2020 | — | $1.8M | $3.4M | $2.3M |
| FY2019 | — | $2.3M | $3.1M | $2.6M |
| FY2018 | $1.2M | $2.0M | $2.7M | $2.6M |
| FY2017 | $1.2M | $1.9M | $2.7M | $2.5M |
| 7yr total | $2.9M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
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FrontRunners Grants
Grants to support local Indigenous running and walking initiatives across Australia