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Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Programs
8 (8 open)

Tips for Applicants

Applications open annually in Term 3 (typically July-September). You must be an Indigenous student living in Sydney, Adelaide, or Canberra—GO does not support regional, remote, or boarding school students. Selection prioritises school attendance, aspiration, cultural identity, community contribution, and financial need over academic marks. The 94% of scholarships support public school students. Applications require involvement from a parent/guardian and teacher. Scholarships are two-year cycles, so students apply at specific year levels depending on the program. Contact the Scholarships Team directly if you attend an independent school or have special circumstances.

Giving Philosophy

GO Foundation believes 'Strength in Culture' is central to empowering Indigenous students. Their holistic approach places Indigenous identity and culture at the heart of everything, viewing scholarships as more than financial assistance—they provide cultural connection days, aspirational mentoring, career opportunities through partner networks, and ongoing case management. They focus on keeping Indigenous students engaged with education through key transition stages (primary to high school, high school to further education/employment) rather than just academic performance.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$1.1M
$3.5M$7.1M$6.7M
FY2022
$808K
$3.1M$6.3M$5.8M
FY2021
$721K
$3.2M$6.7M$4.9M
FY2020
$556K
$3.2M$5.9M$3.7M
FY2019
$386K
$1.7M$5.1M$2.6M
FY2018
$132K
$1.5M$2.1M$1.9M
FY2017
$558K$1.7M$1.2M
7yr total$3.7MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs & Opportunities (8)

8 open · sorted by deadline · last checked 27 April 2026 (11 days ago)

1 Scholarship7 Grants

GO Scholarships for Indigenous students

Scholarshipopen

The GO Foundation offers wrap-around scholarships to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from primary school through university in metropolitan Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra. These scholarships provide financial support for educational needs like uniforms, excursions, tutoring, and equipment, alongside cultural mentoring, career pathways, and ongoing pastoral care.

Scholarship Program

Grantopen

Provides scholarships for Indigenous students at various educational levels, promoting access to education and personal development.

GO High School Scholarships

Grantopen

The GO Foundation offers scholarships for Indigenous students in Year 9 and Year 11 in Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra. These scholarships support high school education, helping students pursue their educational and career goals.

GO Primary School Scholarships

Grantopen

These scholarships are available for Indigenous students in Year 1, Year 3, and Year 5 in Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra, providing support for their primary education. The program aims to connect students with their culture and identity, fostering resilience and ambition.

GO University Scholarships

Grantopen

In partnership with universities, the GO Foundation provides scholarships to Indigenous students in Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra. These scholarships empower students to pursue higher education and achieve their career aspirations.

High School Scholarships

Grantopen

These scholarships empower Indigenous high school students in Australia by offering educational and cultural support to help them achieve their academic and career goals.

Primary School Scholarships

Grantopen

These scholarships support Indigenous primary school students across Australia, providing educational and cultural support to foster their resilience and ambition in pursuing their educational goals.

University Scholarships

Grantopen

These scholarships provide Indigenous university students across Australia with financial and cultural support to pursue their higher education and career aspirations.

Program History (7)

Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.

2025-26

GO Primary School Scholarships

Grant

These scholarships are available for Indigenous students in Year 1, Year 3, and Year 5 in Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra, providing support for their primary education. The program aims to connect students with their.

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

GO University Scholarships

Grant

In partnership with universities, the GO Foundation provides scholarships to Indigenous students in Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra. These scholarships empower students to pursue higher education and achieve their.

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

High School Scholarships

Grant

These scholarships empower Indigenous high school students in Australia by offering educational and cultural support to help them achieve their academic and career goals.

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Scholarship Program

Grant

Provides scholarships for Indigenous students at various educational levels, promoting access to education and personal development.

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

University Scholarships

Grant

These scholarships provide Indigenous university students across Australia with financial and cultural support to pursue their higher education and career aspirations.

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

GO High School Scholarships

Grant

The GO Foundation offers scholarships for Indigenous students in Year 9 and Year 11 in Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra. These scholarships support high school education, helping students pursue their educational and.

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Primary School Scholarships

Grant

These scholarships support Indigenous primary school students across Australia, providing educational and cultural support to foster their resilience and ambition in pursuing their educational goals.

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source

Grants in Database (4)

Focus Areas

educationcommunityindigenous
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
youthindigenous

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
Co-founded by former AFL players Adam Goodes (Sydney Swans) and Michael O'Loughlin (Sydney Swans). Wealth derived from professional sports careers, with Goodes being one of the AFL's highest-profile players and dual Brownlow Medal winner, supplemented by post-retirement business activities.

Board & Leadership

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Adam Goodes
director
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Data Sources

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Foundation profile updated: 24 April 2026 (14 days ago)
Grant/program scan updated: 27 April 2026 (11 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (70 days ago)
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