Agency Collaborates – Community Initiated — Australia, 2025-26
Rolling Applications
National Indigenous Australians Agency
A non-competitive Indigenous Advancement Strategy funding opportunity for proposals that address identified needs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Organisations must discuss proposals with the National Indigenous Australians Agency and may only apply if invited by the Agency.
Deadline
Rolling / Ongoing
Location
Australia
Who Can Apply
What's Funded
Community-initiated activities developed with the target Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community or group to address an identified need where no other current funding avenues are available.Before you apply
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Projects should respond to identified community needs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and be developed in collaboration with the affected community or group.Free Eligibility Check
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What is the Agency Collaborates – Community Initiated?
Who is eligible for the Agency Collaborates – Community Initiated?
- Had a discussion with your local NIAA regional office
- Been invited to apply for funding by the Agency
- Been provided with a grant opportunity ID
- Organisations may only submit an application if they have been invited to apply by the Agency
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