Four Funding Opportunities for Aboriginal Organisations in WA
This blog was updated 2nd April, 2026
Country holds our stories. Stories we are still rediscovering, like the tools and ceremonial stones uncovered in Murujuga Sea Country and rock art on Martu Country. Protecting our cultural heritage and protecting Country is an ongoing challenge that demands a lot of resources. People, time and technology.
To support Aboriginal organisations in Western Australia, we’ve shortlisted four grants that are currently open, which can fund our Mob in this vital work.
1. Prescribed Bodies Corporate (PBC) Capacity Building Grant Opportunity
Who’s this grant for?
Any Registered Native Title Body Corporate, Prescribed Body Corporate, Native Title Representative Body, Traditional Owner Corporation or a Traditional Owner Group Entity.
Purpose
Increase the capacity of PBCs and take advantage of economic opportunities, build long-term organisational capacity within PBCs through training and obtaining professional expertise and support effective native title agreement-making.
How much funding is available?
No maximum given.
Deadline
30th June 2026
Find out more about the Prescribed Bodies Corporate Capacity Building Grant Opportunity.
If you’ve been exploring the idea of engaging in a cultural mapping project for your PBC, this grant could be for you. Get in touch with our team if you’d like to discuss how a cultural mapping project can meet grant criteria and advance your organisational objectives.
2. Collie Futures Small Grants Program
Who’s this grant for?
Businesses and Not-For-Profit organisations.
Purpose
For organisations looking to invest in Collie and support projects that provide an economic benefit to the Collie region (50 km radius from the Collie CBD).
How much funding is available?
Up to $100 000
Deadline
Applications can be submitted any time while funding is available.
Find out more about the Collie Futures Small Grants Program.
3. Regional Aboriginal Arts Development - Category Business Development and Capacity Building
Who’s this grant for?
Cultural organisations as well as artists, storytellers, writers and performers based in regional and remote WA.
Purpose
To develop the capacity and sustainability of Aboriginal arts, cultural organisations and creative businesses in regional WA. Grant funding can be used for the development of strategic plans, research and development, skills training and more.
How much funding is available?
Up to $50 000
Deadline
7th May 2026
Find out more about the Regional Aboriginal Arts Development Grant.
4. First Nations Clean Energy Advice Grants
Who’s this grant for?
Indigenous Corporations, Indigenous land management organisations, registered land councils, not-for-profit associations and cooperatives.
Purpose
To support First Nations communities participate in clean energy development, building clean energy project skills and knowledge, accessing technical and professional support, legal advice, renewable resource mapping and community benefit agreements.
How much funding is available?
$5000 - $80 0000
Deadline
3rd September 2026. However, applications may close early if funding is fully allocated.
Find out more about the Future Industries Grant Program.
If you require a custom quote for geospatial services for your grant application, our team is always happy to help.
Get in touch for a yarn.