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Pirku-Itya (Reconciliation Partnerships Program)

Funding Providers

SA Water

Location

SA

Funding Type

Cash grant G17827

Primary Category

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples

Eligible to

  • Not-for-Profits

Funding

Amount (max): $10,000

Round(s)

  • Closes 20-Jul-2025

Purpose

Pirku-Itya is a Kaurna word meaning ‘for community’ and our partnership program is focused on grassroots community events and projects run by not for profit organisations that contribute to reconciliation in South Australia.

Overview

SA Water are looking for groups who are promoting the health and wellbeing of active, thriving communities through a cooler or greener environment, or are showcasing proactive environmental leadership.

This program runs annually following the financial calendar year. Pirku-itya is available for organisations to apply for sponsorship of up to $10,000 per partnership.

Limitations

Applicants must demonstrate:

  • they are a not-for-profit South Australian organisation that is Aboriginal owned and/or operated, or they have Aboriginal community relationships through involvement and outcomes that have a direct and positive impact for Aboriginal people
  • a clear link to reconciliation in action
  • how the sponsorship will create reconciliation opportunities in your community or your sphere of influence, and support communities to design and implement reconciliation-based activities
  • alignment with our vision: delivering trusted water services for a sustainable and healthy South Australia.

Please note: projects that span multiple years, or require recurrent funding are unable to be supported through this program.

What your organisation will need to cover:

  • administration costs (including wages)
  • sitting fees
  • travel/or other costs associated with applying for this program.

Contact Details

Apply

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