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Annual Giving
$100K
Grant Range
$5K – $500K
Programs
1 (1 open)

Tips for Applicants

Highlight community engagement and self-determination in your proposal, as these are key values for the foundation. Clearly outline how your project will empower the community and provide sustainable benefits.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation believes in self-determination and community empowerment, focusing on providing the necessary infrastructure and resources to remote Aboriginal communities. Their theory of change centers on enabling social and economic pathways that allow communities to thrive independently.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$54K$6K$2K
FY2022
$197K$165K$162K
2yr totalUnknownSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs & Opportunities (1)

1 open · sorted by deadline · last checked 2 March 2026 (67 days ago)

Micro Business Enterprises Project

Grantopen

Funds the establishment of micro-businesses in remote Aboriginal communities.

Eligibility: Remote Aboriginal communities in the Northern Territory, specifically partnering with Traditional Owner groups and community organizations like Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation.
How to apply: No specific application process found. The Nova Peris Foundation is piloting the program directly with partner communities.
Up to $50KCloses 30/06/2026Apply →

Grants in Database (1)

Focus Areas

indigenous
Geographic
AU-NT
Recipients
communityyouthageddisadvantagedrural remoteindigenous

Board & Leadership

ACNC
Gavin Karro
director
ACNC
ACNC
ACNC
Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 14 April 2026 (24 days ago)
Grant/program scan updated: 2 March 2026 (67 days ago)
Website pages scraped: 5
Added: 27 February 2026 (70 days ago)
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