60+
First Nation Entrepreneurs
$2M+
Increased revenue generated
500+
Hours of pro bono time given
WHAT TO EXPECT
First Nations Worthwhile Ventures embodies empowerment and hope, driven by Indigenous leadership to foster community prosperity. We partner with First Nations enterprises to harness their strengths and cultural wisdom, creating sustainable enterprises that boost economic growth and enhance social impact. Together, we’re building a brighter, more sustainable future for generations to come!
Get to Know Us
Meet the dedicated team behind First Nations Worthwhile Ventures. Our team members are committed to driving positive change and fostering sustainable development in Indigenous communities. Get to know the individuals who are passionate about empowering First Nations Social Enterprises.
About First Nations Worthwhile Ventures
First Nations Worthwhile Ventures (FNWV) is dedicated to empowering First Nations Enterprises’ to drive positive change in First Nations communities. By sharing our expertise, we support entrepreneurs to build strong and sustainable enterprises that amplify social impact and foster self-determination. First Nations people possess the knowledge and resilience to overcome challenges, yet due to historical barriers, our communities do not hold the generational business knowledge and wealth held by many in the wider Australian community.
Through FNWV’s culturally responsive, tailored support, we enable First Nations entrepreneurs to reclaim their power and shape their futures.
Together, we can bridge gaps by exchanging knowledge to build a strong First Nations business sector to uplift our communities and create lasting positive change for generations to come.
Our Artwork
Mudang Nangamay
Live the dream
Tells the story of the varying pathways to success. It depicts just how important having a strong sense of community behind you is when turning dreams into reality. It is the journey………. and at the very core of it all is community, your people…….and the pathways always lead back to that.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Chloe Webb is an emerging Darug illustrative artist living on the shores of Darkinjung country. Implementing art as part of her spiritual practice, here she “connects the dots” in exploring and learning her connection to culture, country, spirit, and the self.
Follow Chloe here
What to expect
At First Nations Worthwhile Ventures, we walk alongside First Nations entrepreneurs and partners with integrity, cultural understanding, and genuine care. Whether you’re a business owner seeking support or a partner looking to contribute meaningfully, you can expect a respectful, collaborative relationship built on trust and shared purpose.
We offer culturally responsive, tailored support driven by the needs of the people we work with. No one-size-fits-all approaches — we listen deeply, adapt thoughtfully, and support each journey on its own terms.
We believe in sharing knowledge openly and making it easy to access. From business strategy to financial literacy and beyond, we simplify the complex and empower confident, informed decisions.
Our pro bono community is a powerful part of this work — a collective of generous legal, financial, insurance, wellbeing, and business professionals who donate their expertise to strengthen outcomes.
Together with our partners, funders, and supporters, we exist to empower First Nations entrepreneurs to build long-term personal and economic success — creating a future shaped by choice, capability, and self determination.
Our Vision
Empower Indigenous enterprises who generate positive impact for First Nations communities.
Our Mission
Build a thriving community to provide personalised and culturally appropriate business knowledge and expertise to strengthen First Nations people and enterprises.
Our Purpose
Partner with First Nations to create sustainable enterprises that generate positive social impact, equipping them with the knowledge for self-determination and success.
Acknowledgement of Country
First Nations Worthwhile Ventures and its Member Community acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we travel, live, work, and trade. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging, and recognise the enduring cultural knowledge and leadership that continue to guide and inspire our contributions to strong, sustainable Indigenous enterprise — socially, economically, and environmentally.