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Northern Australian Aboriginal Charitable Trust
Low
Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Tips for Applicants
Focus proposals on concrete health outcomes and community benefit, demonstrate Indigenous community ownership or partnership, and highlight local employment creation. Reference their existing laundry projects and documented health impacts such as the 60% scabies reduction in Barunga.
Giving Philosophy
The trust supports community-led initiatives that address fundamental needs in remote Aboriginal communities, focusing on projects that demonstrate measurable health and social outcomes. It values partnerships with Indigenous-owned organizations and projects that create local employment opportunities.
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $242K | $1.1M | $2.4M | $1.8M |
| FY2022 | — | $673K | $1.9M | $1.7M |
| FY2021 | — | $603K | $2.1M | $1.9M |
| FY2020 | $47K | $278K | $2.4M | $2.1M |
| FY2019 | $86K | $409K | $4.9M | $4.8M |
| FY2018 | $500 | $268 | $4.9M | $4.7M |
| FY2017 | $316K | $19K | $5.0M | $4.9M |
| 7yr total | $691K | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Focus Areas
communityindigenous
Geographic
AU-NT
Recipients
rural remoteindigenous
Financial Details
Source of Wealth
The trust appears to be funded through partnerships and grants, operating as part of the Aboriginal Investment Group with support from organizations like the Heart Foundation.
Board & Leadership
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Brendan (Makungun) Marika
director
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Brian Pedwell
director
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Helen Lee
director
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Lachlan McKenzie
director
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Patricia Farrell
director
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William Danks
director
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Elizabeth Morgan-Brett
public officer
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Foundation profile updated: 12 March 2026 (106 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (120 days ago)
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