About us

Acknowledging the past—looking to the future

The Foundation

The Hope Vale Foundation LTD (HVF) is a dedicated not-for-profit First Nations company situated in Hope Vale, a vibrant community nestled 46 kilometres west of Cooktown in the stunning southeast region of Cape York in Far North Queensland.

The Foundation embraces farming, agricultural development, community support services and training, and employment support for the people of Hope Vale. As one means of supporting these objectives, the Foundation manages a 40-year lease on its farm site. The lease exists until 2042, with a 30-year renewal option.

Explore the website to discover the rich tapestry of Hope Vale's initiatives and contributions to sustainable community development.

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Mission

To improve the living standard and quality of life by addressing social issues, co-operating with public and private services and organising activities to further the economic and social development of the Aboriginal people from Hope Vale

Vision

To acknowledge the past and look to the future.
Hope Vale Foundation wants to create opportunities for people to be happy, safe and fulfilled in Hope Vale and where ever their dreams may lead them.

Core Purpose

  •  to reduce and provide relief from poverty by way of providing shelter, food, clothing, basic life necessities, low interest loans and other goods and services to the local Aboriginal community of Hope Vale, Queensland; 
  • to promote and recognise the ancient lore and customs of the Guugu Yimithirr Warra Nation; 
  • to provide relief and services to domestic violence victims from Hope Vale; 
  • to provide free and low-cost transport to the Aboriginal people from Hope Vale; 
  • to assist in applications for Federal and State Government grants and provide relief to the aged and disadvantaged Aboriginal people from Hope Vale;  
  • to improve the living standard and quality of life by addressing social issues, co-operating with public and private services and organising activities to further the economic and social development of the Aboriginal people from Hope Vale;  
  • to enter into any agreements and contracts that the Company may deem desirable; and 
  • to do or perform any other act that the Company deems necessary to support these objectives 

Who we are

Starting small, thinking big.

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Our Board

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Our Staff

Hope Vale Farm Works Crew

Works Crew

Key initiatives

Foundation WEP employees completion celebration

Community Works Program

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Hope Vale Farm Project

A future in aqualture is on the horizon

Future in aquaculture | Elim Beach

Ready to make a difference?

Reach out to us today to learn more about our initiatives, how you can get involved, and how your support can transform lives. Together, we can build a brighter future for Hope Vale and create a legacy of resilience, prosperity, and cultural pride.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we walk. We pay our respects to Elders past and present as we walk this journey of healing together.

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