Killara Foundation supports Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples by providing pathways to employment, cultural connection and mentoring, and support in navigating the housing and labour markets.

Killara’s work is underpinned by our Founder Kyle Vander-Kuyp and his desire to work deeply with young people to find their passion:

"As we start to explore who they are and what they want, that passion and interest in the person will come out. That's when you can really set someone up for a career. They can find the right space they want to be in."

“We want to lay a good foundation for Mob to get confidence, connection, and learn some skills,”

When you donate to us, you directly help create stronger, safer and more empowering futures for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Every contribution fuels programs that provide stability, skills and connection - the foundations for long-term independence and opportunity.

Training and Employment Intake Program 

Flexible support programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young peoples

• Culturally-safe mentorship, training, and pre-employment support
• Connections to ACCOs and Community in Naarm
• Referrals to appropriate NDIS, mental health, AOD, and housing assistance

Djilang Sistas Hub

A safe space for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to gather, seek assistance and grow holistically

• Removing barriers, building resilience and independence, and connecting to Culture
• Responding to DV, mental health and financial insecurity through a holistic, culturally-safe approach   

Community Outreach & Development

Recognising the importance of meeting spaces, council cultural centres and libraries for individuals to connect and safely access supports

• Providing referrals to pre-employment support, traineeships, employment opportunities, housing assistance
• Connections to Aboriginal Community in Naarm
• Links to appropriate social and welfare supports    

Ngarrgu Djerring Café & Catering    

Platforming native foods while providing meaningful training and employment pathways for young people

• Building skills and work experience in a culturally-safe environment
• Bringing communities together, sharing knowledge and promoting Culture
• A social enterprise that reinvests revenue back into our core programs  

Every dollar helps someone take the next step towards meaningful social and economic participation, and a stronger connection to their Culture. To read more about who we are and what we do, visit our website here.

**There is an option for donations to remain anonymous, with tax-deductable receipts automatically generated after donating.**