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Annual Giving
$1.4M

About

The Karrkad Kanjdji Trust is an Australian philanthropic trust established by Traditional Owners of the Warddeken and Djelk Indigenous Protected Areas in 2010. It connects philanthropists with eight First Nations community-controlled organisations in West and Central Arnhem Land to support their holistic vision for healthy Country, culture, and community. Its work spans Indigenous land management, conservation, bi-cultural education, cultural preservation, and on-Country employment.

Tips for Applicants

This funder primarily acts as a shared resource for its eight existing First Nations community-controlled partner organisations in Arnhem Land. Potential applicants should demonstrate strong alignment with their holistic approach to caring for Country, culture, and community, and ideally be one of their established partners or work closely with them.

Giving Philosophy

The Karrkad Kanjdji Trust was established by Traditional Owners to support their vision for healthy Country, culture, and community. It values Indigenous leadership, holistic conservation, cultural preservation, and community empowerment, acting as a conduit to connect partner organisations with philanthropic resources to further their vital efforts in Arnhem Land.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2020
$1.4M
$2.8M$3.2M$3.1M
FY2019
$1.1M
$1.9M$2.3M$2.2M
FY2018
$761K
$1.4M$2.0M$1.9M
FY2017
$629K
$1.1M$1.7M$1.7M
4yr total$3.9MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

environmentindigenouseducationcommunityemployment
Geographic
AU-NTArnhem Land
Recipients
Indigenous ranger groupsFirst Nations community-controlled organisationsTraditional Owners

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
Philanthropic donations and alternative funding sources, channelled to support Indigenous-led initiatives.

Board & Leadership

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Jon Altman
director
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Otto Campion
director
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Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

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Foundation profile updated: 14 April 2026 (23 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (64 days ago)
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