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Annual Giving
$1.2M

About

The Aboriginal Legal Rights Movement is a philanthropic grant-making organisation committed to advancing social justice, equality, and wellbeing for Aboriginal people in South Australia. It funds initiatives that focus on improving legal and civil rights, particularly for those in police custody or

Tips for Applicants

Given ALRM's focus on community-controlled legal services and advocacy, prospective applicants should demonstrate clear alignment with Aboriginal self-determination and have strong connections to the South Australian Aboriginal community. Emphasising direct impact on people in custody or the criminal justice system would align with their stated mission.

Giving Philosophy

ALRM approaches its mission through community-controlled legal service delivery, prioritising direct support for Aboriginal people in the criminal justice system. The organisation values self-determination for Aboriginal communities and focuses on systemic advocacy alongside individual legal support.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$11.4M$10.7M$6.8M
FY2022
$9.0M$8.1M$6.0M
FY2021
$7.2M$8.8M$6.0M
FY2020
$6.3M$7.8M$5.7M
FY2019
$5.6M$6.6M$5.2M
FY2018
$6.2M$7.2M$5.2M
FY2017
$1.2M
$4.9M$6.1M$5.2M
7yr total$1.2MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

indigenouslegalcommunity
Geographic
AU-SA
Recipients
Aboriginal individualspeople in police custodyimprisoned personsAboriginal community organisations

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
ALRM appears to receive funding through a combination of government grants for legal services, charitable donations, and membership fees. As a deductible gift recipient, it relies on public donations to supplement government funding.

Board & Leadership

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Anita Taylor
board member
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Brenda Carter
board member
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David Rathman
board member
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John Chester
board member
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Karina Lester
board member
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Michael Turner
board member
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Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: low
Foundation profile updated: 7 March 2026 (61 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (64 days ago)
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