Change a brain. Change a life.

Your support makes it possible for young people to understand themselves, heal and build a different future.

Support our work

Help us change the way brains heal.

Your donation directly funds brain health and healing programs for young people, children and the workforce — delivered by Australia's leading Indigenous-led neuroscience organisation.

Yiliyapinya is a DGR1 registered charity — your donation is tax deductible
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Your impact

Every dollar goes directly to the work.

See what your contribution makes possible for a young person enrolled in the Yili Program.

$20
Covers one week of brain health resources for a young person in the Yili Program — the tools and materials that support their learning and growth each session.
$50
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Helps cover transport costs for one week, making sure a young person enrolled in the Yili Program can get there — and keep showing up.
$100
Funds food and drinks for one young person for a week in the Yili Program — because showing up ready to learn starts with feeling looked after.

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Corporate partnership

Walk alongside us as a corporate partner.

We work in genuine allyship with the organisations that make our work possible. Corporate partners don't just fund programs — they become part of the story. In return for your support, we offer meaningful ways to deepen your organisation's cultural understanding and community connection.

RAP support
We work alongside your team to support the development or progression of your Reconciliation Action Plan — bringing lived experience, cultural knowledge and practical guidance to the process.
Cultural guidance
Access culturally informed advice, training and consultation to help your organisation engage more respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
Brain health for your workforce
Give your people access to our Workforce Brain Health program — a practical, science-informed approach to cognitive performance, emotional regulation and wellbeing at work.
Workplace giving program
Set up a structured workplace giving arrangement — through payroll giving, matched donations or direct contribution — so your team can support the work in a way that fits your culture.
Interested in becoming a corporate partner? We'd love to start the conversation.
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Containers for Change

Turn your containers into change.

If you collect eligible containers in Queensland, you can direct your 10 cent refund to Yiliyapinya Indigenous Corporation. Every bottle, can and carton helps us deliver brain health programs to children and young people who need it most.

Individuals, families and workplaces can all participate — it costs nothing and takes seconds to set up.

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Collect your eligible containers — bottles, cans, cartons and pouches
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Take them to your nearest Containers for Change refund point
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Enter our scheme ID when prompted to donate your refund to Yiliyapinya
Our scheme ID
C11722369
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Frequently asked questions

Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes. Yiliyapinya Indigenous Corporation is registered as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR1). You will receive a tax deductible receipt automatically after donating.
How is my donation used?
100% of donations go directly to funding brain health programs for children, young people and the workforce. We are committed to full transparency in how funds are used.
Can I set up a recurring donation?
Yes — you can choose to give once or set up a monthly recurring donation. Monthly giving helps us plan ahead and deliver consistent programs year-round.
Can I donate in someone's name?
Yes. Get in touch with us at admin@yiliyapinya.org.au and we can arrange a tribute or memorial donation on your behalf.
Is Containers for Change only available in Queensland?
The Containers for Change scheme is currently available in Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, New South Wales, ACT and the Northern Territory. Check your state's scheme for eligibility details.
Can my organisation make a larger gift?
Absolutely. We welcome corporate partnerships, major gifts and grant funding. Please get in touch at admin@yiliyapinya.org.au to discuss how we can work together.
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Want to give in another way?

We welcome major gifts, corporate partnerships, bequests and grant funding. If you'd like to discuss how your organisation or estate can support Yiliyapinya's work, we'd love to hear from you.

Email us at admin@yiliyapinya.org.au