Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Collaboration Fund 2024-25

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Introduction

Welcome to the City of Sydney Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander collaboration fund.

Please visit the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander collaboration fund webpage and read the Grants and sponsorship program guidelines for further information.

This funding program supports a strong and sustainable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled sector to meet the needs and aspirations of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the local area.

Funding supports increased self-determination and equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through projects that connect people with community, Country and culture.

Cash funding up to $50,000 a year is available, for a one-year program or multi-year funding (up to 3 years). Value-in-kind in the form of street banner and venue hire is also available.

The questions and the level of detail you need to provide will differ depending on the size of grant you are seeking. Less assessment questions will be asked if you apply for $20,000 per year or less.

These individuals and organisations can apply:

    • Eligible Not For Profit
    • Organisation
    • Incorporated Association
    • Corporation
    • Co-operative
    • Partnership
    • Sole Trader
    • Trustee of a Trust
    • Individual auspiced by an Eligible Not For Profit Organisation or Corporation
    • Unincorporated Community Group auspiced by an Eligible Not For Profit Organisation or Corporation

To be eligible for this fund, all applicants will be required to provide confirmation of Aboriginality:

    • Individuals and sole traders must identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and be accepted as such by their community.
    • Groups must consist of majority Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander members.
    • Organisations must have a governing body that is majority Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
    • If you are working with an auspice, the auspice does not have to be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander owned or led organisation.

Not eligible for funding:

    • applicants that do not meet the eligibility criteria
    • projects that duplicate existing services
    • projects that directly contravene the eligibility and ethics framework or existing City of Sydney policies.
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Hiring City spaces or street banner poles

In addition to cash, you can apply for a fee waiver to hire a City indoor space or street banner pole hire. The City can provide a fee waiver based on the fee quote uploaded to your grant application.

Outdoor venues and libraries are not available for value-in-kind requests. For outdoor events please contact openspacebookings@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au to find out if an outdoor space is available for your event.

Please note: All requests for quotes should be submitted no later than two weeks before you want to submit your application. 

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Need help?

If you need more help using this form, please read the Help Guide for Applicants and Applicant Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's).

If you have questions, including which program to apply in, please review the guidelines or contact Cathy Brown/Alana Goodwin from the grants team on 02 9265 9333 or communitygrants@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au.