Lotterywest IdeaStarter Fund

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    Lotterywest IdeaStarter supports early-stage innovative ideas that are being developed through existing innovation incubation and acceleration programs or services as part of Spacecubed’s Innovative Society Fund, supported by Lotterywest.

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    First Australians Capital

    Not for profit

    First Australians Capital (FAC) is an Indigenous-led not-for-profit organisation supporting First Nations entrepreneurs across Australia. FAC provides growth support, business guidance, and financing to accelerate the success of First Nations businesses, aiming to build a self-determined, culturally grounded, and sustainable Indigenous economy. The organisation has facilitated over $90 million in funding and supported the growth of more than 1,000 businesses since 2016.

    Indigenous
    Small business
    Social Impact

    No Place for Poverty

    Advocacy or Peak body · Western Australia

    No Place for Poverty is an advocacy initiative dedicated to reducing poverty and inequality in Western Australia. The organisation works with communities to raise awareness, share stories of lived experience, and mobilise action to address the root causes and consequences of poverty in WA. Their mission is to ensure that every West Australian has a fair opportunity to live a secure and fulfilling life.

    Indigenous
    Regional
    Social Impact

    Teach Learn Grow

    Not for profit · Crawley, Western Australia

    Teach Learn Grow is a not-for-profit organisation that provides free one-on-one tutoring and mentoring to children in rural and remote communities across Australia. Their mission is to address educational disadvantage by supporting students who face barriers due to their geographic location, working to improve their educational outcomes and opportunities. The organisation relies on volunteers, partners, sponsors, and donors to deliver programs that aim to make a lasting impact on educational equity.

    Education
    Regional
    Social Impact

    Third Story

    Advisory · East Perth, Western Australia

    ThirdStory is a social innovation advisory firm working across Australia, New Zealand, Bermuda, and the Caribbean to drive systemic change in education, health, and social sectors. They collaborate with communities, governments, and organisations to develop, scale, and implement new approaches that advance equity, self-determination, and community outcomes. Formerly known as Innovation Unit Australia New Zealand, ThirdStory brings over 20 years of experience in social policy innovation and place-based projects.

    Education
    Health
    Mental Health
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    2 grants

    20Talk

    Not for profit · Fremantle, Western Australia

    20Talk is a Perth-based mental health charity focused on providing relatable education and tools to empower young adults aged 18-30 to manage life's challenges. Through free training courses, campaigns, and partnerships with tertiary institutions, 20Talk delivers generationally relevant, evidence-based programs designed and run by young people for young people. Their mission is to make mental health education accessible, practical, and engaging, shifting focus from crisis intervention to prevention.

    Education
    Mental Health
    Youth
    1 grant

    Aligned Success

    Advisory · Perth, Western Australia

    Aligned Success is a Perth-based executive and business coaching consultancy founded by Tanya Mills. It offers leadership, business, and personal development coaching for business owners, executives, and high-achieving individuals seeking sustainable growth and whole-of-person alignment. The firm uses the Balanced Success Wheel™ framework, integrating strategy, values, and well-being to help clients thrive both professionally and personally.

    Education
    Small business