Australian Social Enterprises

Aboriginal Corporation for Economic Development is an Indigenous business registered with ORIC, aiming to foster economic growth within Aboriginal communities. While specific program details are unavailable due to an error in the public register extract, its core mission likely involves supporting Indigenous economic participation and self-determination.

Allodial Financial Services Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in Queensland. Based on its name, it likely provides financial services, aiming to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Specific details about its operations and social impact are not available from the provided public register information.

Anindilyakwa Royalties Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation primarily responsible for managing royalties, likely derived from resource agreements, on behalf of the Anindilyakwa people. Its core social impact involves administering these funds to support the well-being and development of its Indigenous community members.

Buninyong & District Financial Services Ltd operates a community bank franchise in Victoria, returning over $2.25 million to the Buninyong district since 2010. As a community-owned for-purpose enterprise, they provide financial and insurance services while reinvesting profits into local community projects, youth programs, and small business support.

The Cape and Torres Strait Economic Development Network Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in Queensland, focused on fostering economic development within the Indigenous communities of the Cape York and Torres Strait regions. While its name indicates a clear mission, the provided public register details offer no specific information about its programs, services, or the methods it employs to achieve its social impact.

Newday Leadership is an Australian social enterprise that inspires and develops purpose-driven leaders across various sectors. Through summits, programs, and labs, it fosters a community of leaders committed to creating a more inclusive and regenerative future, while also bridging the corporate social responsibility gap by connecting businesses with high-impact not-for-profits.

Sandringham Community Bank is a locally owned public company limited by shares that operates under the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited Community Bank franchise model. Established in 2002, the... Read more

Community Business Bureau (CBB) is a South Australian social enterprise dedicated to strengthening the not-for-profit sector by providing salary packaging services, advisory consulting, grants, scholarships, and professional development resources. Their work helps not-for-profit organisations improve their business practices and financial sustainability while also supporting First Nations communities.

Creswick & District Financial Services Ltd operates as a Community Bank franchisee of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, providing banking and insurance services to the Creswick & District community. As a certified social enterprise, the organisation returns profits to the local community through grants and community development initiatives, supporting regional prosperity and financial inclusion.

Diamond Valley Community Support (DVCS) is a non-profit social enterprise empowering individuals facing hardship in the local community. It provides essential free services such as emergency relief, financial counselling, and legal advice, assisting over 11,000 people annually. These vital services are funded through their social enterprises, including community markets and op shops, and supported by over 100 volunteers.

Enablen is a certified social enterprise in Queensland that provides funding solutions, technology services, and capacity building support to regional charities, non-profits, and small businesses. Their services include grant writing, website development, and e-learning platforms, helping community organisations in regional areas access essential digital resources and funding opportunities.

The Social Enterprise Strategy Expert Advisory Group is an advisory body established in 2022 to develop and advocate for a state government-endorsed social enterprise strategy for South Australia. It works in partnership with the SA Government and social enterprise stakeholders to advance sector development, capacity building, and policy recognition.

SASEC Funding is a resource portal operated by the South Australian Social Enterprise Council (SASEC) that connects social enterprises, not-for-profits, and community organisations with funding and financing opportunities from public and private sector sources.

Giving Connect Pty Ltd is a Victorian-based social enterprise that provides consulting and advisory services to philanthropists and for-purpose organisations. They help nonprofits build capacity, measure their social impact, and connect capital with communities to drive meaningful change.

Gunggandji Aerospace is Australia’s Aboriginal aerospace company. Guided by a powerful mission, we push the boundaries of space exploration in partnership with others while honouring the deep wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are driven to explore space and reach for the stars. Our work rests on three core pillars: - Professional consultancy services in aerospace and aviation (including defence, airfield, and aviation consulting, plus Indigenous procurement plans) - Aerospace research and development - Creating meaningful pathways and opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (“mob”) and ADF veterans to build careers in Australia’s sovereign industries. As a B Corp-certified social enterprise and profit-for-purpose organisation, we are committed to driving real generational change for Mob. We are shifting the national conversation, building wealth within families and communities, empowering individuals to achieve financial stability, and creating a brighter, more sustainable future for Indigenous Australia.

Gunggandji Aerospace is Australia’s Aboriginal aerospace company. Guided by a powerful mission, we push the boundaries of space exploration in partnership with others while honouring the deep wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are driven to explore space and reach for the stars. Our work rests on three core pillars: - Professional consultancy services in aerospace and aviation (including defence, airfield, and aviation consulting, plus Indigenous procurement plans) - Aerospace research and development - Creating meaningful pathways and opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (“mob”) and ADF veterans to build careers in Australia’s sovereign industries. As a B Corp-certified social enterprise and profit-for-purpose organisation, we are committed to driving real generational change for Mob. We are shifting the national conversation, building wealth within families and communities, empowering individuals to achieve financial stability, and creating a brighter, more sustainable future for Indigenous Australia.

Gunggandji Aerospace is Australia's Aboriginal aerospace company, providing professional consultancy and research and development in aerospace and aviation. It creates significant social impact by building career pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and ADF veterans, driving generational change, and fostering financial stability within Indigenous communities.

Impact Seed is a Perth-based social enterprise serving as Western Australia's dedicated capacity builder for the social enterprise and impact investment sectors. They provide advisory services to nonprofits, First Nations organisations, corporates, foundations and investors, supporting place-based projects that create deep social, cultural and environmental impact across WA.

Indigenous Finance and Business is an Indigenous corporation registered in NSW. While its name suggests a focus on financial and business services for Indigenous communities, the available public register details do not elaborate on specific activities, programs, or social impact outcomes.

Queensland Social Enterprise Council (QSEC) is a membership-based organisation that supports and represents social enterprises across Queensland, providing resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy to help social enterprises thrive and grow their impact.

Monbulk & District Community Enterprises Limited operates the Community Bank Monbulk & District franchise as a community-owned organisation following a profit-for-purpose model. Revenue generated from banking services including loans and deposits is reinvested into the local Monbulk and District community, supporting local organisations and community development initiatives.

Muru Mittigar is a proud Dharug Aboriginal Social Enterprise based in Western Sydney that provides employment, education, and training opportunities for First Nations people while delivering cultural awareness programs, community assistance services, and professional landscaping and land management services.

Community Bank Nightcliff operates as a Bendigo Bank franchise to provide local banking services to the Nightcliff community in Darwin, NT. Established in 2008 following major bank branch closures, it returns up to 80% of franchise profits to local community organisations, having contributed approximately $1 million to local charities, clubs and NGOs.

Pine Rivers Community Finance Limited operates as a Community Bank in Samford, Queensland, providing full banking and insurance services to local families, businesses, and individuals. As a certified social enterprise, up to 100% of profits are reinvested back into the local community to support economic development and community initiatives.

Recruit for Good is an ethical recruitment agency operating as a certified social enterprise in Victoria. The organisation donates 20% of all recruitment fees to client-nominated charities, helping businesses recruit high-quality staff while achieving social procurement objectives and generating community goodwill.