Grants & Opportunities

This grant round supports the self-determination of regional and remote First Nations communities by offering grants to First Nations-led organisations to strengthen capacity and capability in leadership, governance, advocacy, and collaboration.

Provides specialized training focusing on the development of First Nations People and Women, offering Certificate II or III qualifications for entry-level or semi-skilled roles.

This grant supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people in remote areas of South Australia, focusing on conservation initiatives, community engagement, education, and cultural connection.

This grant awards funding to Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) and First Nations-led organisations to create immediate community benefit, increase capacity, improve funding stability, and contribute to First Nations self-determination.

This grant supports innovative projects, such as those delivering nutritious school lunches and cooking programs for children and families in Ballarat.

This grant enhances physical, educational, and mental well-being by providing opportunities for community members, from youth to the elderly, to engage in positive and developmental activities. Specifically for community sporting clubs, it funds equipment, uniforms, and training camps (including travel and accommodation).

The Kinghorn Foundation provides scholarships for First Nations individuals, researchers, and students, focusing on Australian medical research, transparency in government, Australian youth, and poverty alleviation. Applications are by invitation only.

The Paul Ramsay Foundation provides funding to First Peoples Leading to offer scholarships for their First Nations designed and delivered leadership programs (Next Gen, Impact, and Changemakers). These scholarships support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders at all career stages by covering up to 85% of program costs.

An award-winning program established in 2012 that harnesses the power of football to positively engage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people, typically aged 2-18, across remote and regional communities in NSW, NT, and QLD. It focuses on improving health, education, wellbeing, and connection to Country.

An award-winning initiative that uses football to positively engage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, with significant impacts on health, education, wellbeing, and connection to Country. It provides football clinics and tournaments for primary and secondary school-aged children (2-18 years) in remote and regional communities.

A 10-year, $37.5 million agreement between Rio Tinto and the Shire of Ashburton to deliver key infrastructure projects, local services, and public events in Tom Price, Paraburdoo, and Pannawonica, Western Australia, focusing on town amenity, infrastructure development, and community resilience.

A 12-week Summer Internship Program (November to February) for university students, offering hands-on experience and practical insights, with potential for a graduate position.

A two-year program for recent graduates, focusing on foundational and future skills, with opportunities for rotations and career development in various business areas across Australia and New Zealand. It aims to foster diversity and provides real-life exposure to a large organization.

This program offers scholarships to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students pursuing full-time undergraduate university studies at Australian universities, with a focus on supporting Pilbara Traditional Owners. It provides a study allowance and opportunities for work experience.

Rio Tinto has committed A$250 million to this Western Australian Government initiative, supporting iconic infrastructure projects in areas such as education, training, health, Aboriginal wellbeing, and energy decarbonisation.

This program provides grants of up to A$5,000 to local grassroots organisations in Western Australia where Rio Tinto Iron Ore and Dampier Salt Limited operate, including regional FIFO communities, focusing on thriving communities, environmental stewardship, creating opportunities, walking together, and caring for Country.

This program invites applications from youth-focused community organizations across Australia to support the health and well-being of Australian youth up to 21 years old.

A global research centre funded by a $150 million Rio Tinto investment over 10 years, connecting the Australian National University (ANU) and other international institutions to research sustainable materials, promote Indigenous rights, and support the clean energy transition.

A scholarship program for Indigenous students pursuing university studies at Australian universities, with a focus on supporting Pilbara Traditional Owners who are part of the Regional Framework Deed.

A dedicated initiative offering scholarships to Indigenous students pursuing university studies at Australian universities, in collaboration with Traditional Owner groups in the Pilbara region.

Four-year programs providing hands-on technical experience to earn a nationally recognized trade qualification, crucial for the seamless and safe operation of Rio Tinto's assets.

The program supports mid-career artists to tackle new ideas and contribute to the cultural landscape of WA.

The Just Futures grant round supports small-scale programs aimed at preventing contact with the justice system, with a focus on community-led prevention, alternatives to custody, and post-release support. Eligible organisations can apply for medium grants of up to $500,000 or large grants of up to $1 million over five years.

This national open grant round, in partnership with Australian Communities Foundation, supports small-scale programs aimed at preventing contact with the justice system. Funding is available for Australian organizations focusing on community-led prevention, alternatives to custody, or post-release support, particularly for young people, parents who are or have been in custody and their children, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

In partnership with Australian Communities Foundation, this program supports families and children to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive upon school entry, with a particular focus on the developmental period between conception and age two.