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National Indigenous Australians Agency · Australia

Indigenous Advancement Strategy (IAS)

Intake status unconfirmed

The Australian Government's main funding for First Nations programs: jobs, land and economy; children and schooling; safety and wellbeing; culture; remote services.

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Matching is a starting point. The funder decides who is eligible.

Program at a glance

Application status
Intake status unconfirmed
Funding amount
Varies
Listed deadline
Check GrantConnect for open rounds, or talk to your NIAA regional office about a proposal
Who can apply
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations, Nonprofits, Charities, Businesses, Individuals. Only for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants.
Where
Anywhere in Australia
Good for
Community and social services, Business and jobs, Education and training, Children and youth, Health and wellness, Indigenous languages, Elders and seniors
Pays for
A project, Paying people, Day-to-day running costs, Training or professional development

Who it's intended for

Details
Communities, organisations, businesses and individuals can approach NIAA with proposals.

Source checked against the funder's website on October 24, 2026. Always confirm current details with the funder.

Still to confirm

A profile match does not check every requirement. Confirm these points on the funder's page before applying.

  • Whether the current intake is accepting applications, and its exact cutoff time and timezone.
  • Communities, organisations, businesses and individuals can approach NIAA with proposals.
  • Any registration, membership or previous-funding restrictions.
  • Which costs are covered and what supporting documents are needed.

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