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Annual Giving
$5.1M

About

KARI Ltd is an Australian philanthropic foundation dedicated to providing grants that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and communities. The foundation focuses on fostering culturally appropriate programs and initiatives that empower local communities and improve the quality of life for Indigenous Australians.

Tips for Applicants

Applicants should demonstrate a strong connection to the Indigenous community, clearly outline how their project addresses specific community needs, and have tangible outcomes that align with KARI's focus on cultural empowerment and community development.

Giving Philosophy

KARI Ltd believes in the importance of community-led solutions and invests in initiatives that are designed and run by Indigenous Australians. Their theory of change emphasizes self-determination, cultural connection, and sustainable development, aiming to enhance the social, economic, and cultural wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$37.5M$7.4M$3.9M
FY2022
$36.2M$9.8M$4.1M
FY2021
$33.6M$8.9M$4.2M
FY2020
$29.5M$9.4M$3.7M
FY2019
$27.5M$8.4M$3.9M
FY2018
$5.1M
$22.0M$7.4M$3.2M
FY2017
$1K
$19.9M$12.3M$9.2M
7yr total$5.1MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

indigenouscommunityeducation
Geographic
AU-NationalAU-NSW
Recipients
nfpcommunity orgindividual

Board & Leadership

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Casey Ralph
director
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PAUL RALPH
director
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Stephen Ella
director
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Linked from structured person roles rather than unstructured foundation summary text.

Data Sources

Profile quality: medium
Foundation profile updated: 6 March 2026 (63 days ago)
Website scan updated: 6 March 2026 (63 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (64 days ago)
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