Aboriginal Projects Fund
Our Aboriginal Projects Fund supports and promotes projects that enhance and celebrate our much loved and cherished Aboriginal Worimi culture. The fund encourages a myriad of projects that may include those in the arts, creative industries, events and education fields. This fund is overseen by our Aboriginal Strategic Committee and has been proudly running since 2002.
Key dates
- Round 1: 1 August to 1 September 2025
- Round 2: 1 February to 1 March 2026
- Assessments are made by the Aboriginal Strategic Committee, with their recommendation reported to Council for approval.
Funding available
A total of $40,000 is available across 2 rounds, with up to $6,000 per application.
Who can apply?
You must operate in or service the Port Stephens LGA
- Incorporated, not-for-profit organisations or charities
- Registered businesses with an ABN
- Sole Traders
- Schools, if they can demonstrate a community partnership.
If you are an unincorporated community group, volunteers or individual you must be auspiced by a not-for-profit that is eligible to apply in their own right and that is relevant to the sector and can support the development of the proposal.
How to apply?
Read the funding guidelines for full details about applying for a grant with Port Stephens Council. Give our team a call to discuss your project on 02 4988 0255 or email [email protected]
Previous recipients:
| Recipient | Project |
|---|---|
| Salamander Child Care Centre | Aboriginal art work and mural |
| St Brigid's Primary School Raymond Terrace | Seasons of the Worimi |
| Salt Ash Public School Parents and Citizens Association | Yarning Circle for Salt Ash Public School - Stage 1 |
| Worimi Knowledge holders Aboriginal Corporation | Health and wellbeing of Worimi people |