Our government, corporate partners and individual fundraisers share our belief in the power of running to break cycles and build leaders.
Since 2010, the Indigenous Marathon Foundation (IMF) has been changing lives through the power of running.
Under the leadership of Robert de Castella AO MBE, former World Marathon Champion and four-time Olympian, Charlie Maher, IMP #1 grad and IMF Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Chief Officer, and our IMF community we have a proven track record of program delivery and strong positive impact.
At IMF, we describe our impact as a ripple effect: change that starts with one person and continues through families and communities long after our programs end. As a health promotion charity with DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status, we rely on investment from government, corporate partners and individual fundraisers to help challenge and change health inequities.
We’d love you to partner with us.
By partnering with IMF, your organisation will align with a trusted and respected charity that supports and celebrates First Nations peoples in pursuit of better health and life-changing leadership opportunities.
Become a strategic partner
Become a funding partner for IMF programs, events, or campaigns to develop First Nations leaders.
Fund an
I-CAN school
Become a funding partner for the delivery of an I-CAN program in a remote or regional primary school, to improve school attendance and build healthier long-term habits.
Become a brand or event partner
With a strong focus on running, we welcome opportunities to partner with like-minded brands and events who wish to align with IMF’s mission.
Corporate volunteering
Corporate volunteering with IMF connects people and businesses with our mission to contribute to a reconciled, unified, and healthy Australia.
Synergy Group Australia —
Major Partner
Synergy Group Australia is an IMF ally, whose ongoing support and investment has played a key role in funding IMF’s programs through our growth phase. A special mention to Robert Kennedy, National CEO of Synergy Group and our 2025 IMP Corporate Runner, who raised a record-breaking $70,000 through individual fundraising when he joined the 2025 IMP squad throughout the year and ran the TCS NYC Marathon with them.
Why partner with IMF?
By partnering with IMF, you’ll be supporting proven, life-changing programs led by respected leaders like Robert de Castella AO MBE and Charlie Maher. Your time and funding directly create a ripple effect of positive change in health, wellbeing, and communities, tackling health inequities and providing leadership pathways and opportunities.
What benefits do partners receive?
Align your brand with one of Australia’s leading First Nations health and leadership initiatives.
Partnership benefits include:
- Exposure to our national community through our monthly newsletter (12,000+ subscribers), website, and campaign marketing.
- Brand integration across events, programs, and storytelling opportunities.
- Editorial and media exposure through strong public and media interest in IMF initiatives.
- Opportunities for staff engagement, volunteering, and on-Country experiences.
- Support in delivering RAP, ESG, and community impact objectives.
- Association with inspiring First Nationals people and community stories that resonate with clients and stakeholders.
Together, we create partnerships that drive both measurable impact and authentic connection.
Who can become a partner with us?
We welcome partnerships with government, organisations, businesses, and individuals who share our values and mission. Become a strategic partner. Fund an I-CAN school. Become a brand or event partner. Or volunteer for IMF! There are many ways to partner with us. If you have a different idea in mind, let us know!
How do I become a partner?
Getting started is easy. Simply get in touch via email or phone, and our partnerships team will guide you through the options and help identify the best way to collaborate.
