indigo foundation is an innovative, independent community development organisation based in Australia. We commit ourselves to long-term respectful partnerships with local community-based organisations.

indigo foundation was established in 2000 by a small group of experienced development practitioners who wanted to practice community development in a way that was truly community-led. indigo was started from a belief that it is possible to take a more creative, dynamic, responsive and innovative approach to international aid and development. 

For the past 24 years, we have supported grassroots organisations, in some of the most marginalised communities in the world, to pursue their development goals and to promote and defend their human rights. 

We support local community partners across the globe to empower women and girls, improve education and health outcomes and secure better livelihoods for families. Our approach to partnership is built on respect, mutual learning and accepting that progress and setbacks are a normal part of community development. 

We are a nimble and creative organisation, with a lean and diverse team. We operate through a virtual office, keeping administrative costs to a minimum. We are independent of government funding and value transparency, providing accurate information on our finances, achievements and challenges.