Organising a Bunnings sausage sizzle is easy – BYO volunteers and necessary products and we’ll help look after the rest. Simply fill out our online form to submit your enquiry to your local ‘Activities Organiser’ Bunnings Team Member. Conditions apply.
Calisthenics Victoria
Funding Opportunities
Grants
A range of grants and funding are available to support sport and recreation in Victoria from local community clubs through to the elite level. Grants regularly come up from the following providers and it is recommended that clubs frequently check in to see what is available:
Victorian Government - Grants and Programs
Your Local Government Authority
Other Community Grants Programs
The below programs are offered at different times throughout the year. Please check regularly to see what's available in your local area.
ANZ - The ANZ Community Foundation provides grants of up to AU$30,000 to community organisations around Australia to fund projects that assist local communities to thrive.
Bendigo Bank - Bendigo Bank and it's Community Bank network offer grants and scholarships to help local communities to thrive.
Beyond Bank - Each Year Beyond Bank provides Community Development Grants to community organisations that seek to support their local communities.
Blue Scope - Each year, BlueScope Western Port sponsors and donates funds, and our people volunteer their time to the local community. We are focused on supporting safety, environment, diversity, mental health and wellbeing, young people, and educational activities.
Carlisle Homes - Home Team Community Sport Sponsorship Program has donated more than $300,000 in funding to community sport sponsorships.
CommBank - CommBank has been supporting Australian communities since 1917. This program has awaded grants to community organisations each year to support the wellbeing of Australians.
Maccas - Contribute to sporting organisations that develop kids' sports skills and provide opportunities for them to play.
Melbourne Airport - Melbourne Airport is committed to supporting its local communities.
NAB - NAB Foundation Community Grants program provides funding of up to $25,000 for local projects that help communities withstand and recover from natural disasters.
Qantas - The Qantas Regional Grants program aims to support to Australian-based communities and projects that are looking to benefit our country's regional areas.
Variety the Children's Charity - Provide grants to Victorian organisations for the purchase of equipment that will promote all access and inclusivity in the community.
Westpac Foundation - Check for fresh opportunities to apply and make a lasting difference in your community.
Bunnings
Bunnings proudly supports local community groups by providing hands-on assistance with their projects. Wherever possible, store teams take the opportunity to get out into the community and help with grassroots projects including providing D.I.Y. support. Bunnings also provide product and gift card donations for community activities including raffles and fundraising events.
Requests for community support should be made in writing on the community or charitable organisation’s original letterhead, and sent to your nearest Bunnings store, to the attention of the Activities Organiser.
Bunnings Sausage Sizzles
For more than 25 years, the Bunnings sausage sizzle has provided grassroots community groups a simple way to raise funds to continue their important work in our communities.
Not-for-profit organisations can book a sizzle with their local store - they need to bring volunteers and some supplies and Bunnings helps with the rest.
The best part of a Bunnings Sausage Sizzle is that 00% of funds raised go to your community group.
How do I apply for a sausage sizzle?
Simply fill out our online form to submit your enquiry to your community group’s local store’s ‘Activities Organiser’.
The local ‘Activities Organiser’ will then be in contact to discuss your application and next steps. This will include detail of what the funds will be used for (e.g. upgrading facilities, purchasing equipment), a copy of your group’s current Certificate of Currency (public liability) and any other required documentation.
Australian Sports Foundation
The Australian Sports Foundation is Australia’s national non-profit sports fundraising organisation, and the only organisation in Australia to which donations for sport are tax-deductible.
The ASF focuses on supporting a thriving Australian sporting sector, where everyone has access to the health and social benefits of sport, regardless of their gender, background, location, ability or culture.
The ASF has been helping athletes, clubs and organisations fundraise for 37 years. Distributing nearly $700M through its online fundraising platform and community sport grant rounds in that time.
The ASF has now partnered with revSPORT and introduced a membership donation add-on that seamlessly embeds tax-deductible donation options directly into revSPORT's member registration portal.
This feature is designed to provide immediate value, as clubs can quickly start raising funds without complex setup or additional tools. Unlike other registration management and fundraising solutions that require separate platforms or processes, our approach keeps everything within one familiar system, reducing administrative burden and improving efficiency for club volunteers.
Passive Fundraisers
Below are a few fundraising ideas that require little set up and no outlay cost to the club:
- IGA - The Ritchies Community Benefit Program commenced back in 1993. Ritchies have paid over $55 million to over 5,000 clubs, schools and charities from 1993 to the present day. For an organisation to qualify for a payment, you only require 10 people who nominate the organisation to spend $50 a week to reach the minimum of $2000 for the month. (excluding tobacco, gift cards, and phone recharges). The minimum payment is $10, and there is no maximum, so the more people who nominate your organisation the better.
- United - By signing your club up to our UP Community program, you’ll receive 2 cents per litre for your club + 2 cents per litre discount for your members, every time they fill up at a participating United service station. Your club could receive a minimum $100 rebate provided a threshold of 5,000 litres per calendar year is achieved.
- Pancake Palour - Join your club via the Pancake Parlour app and points will automatically be allocated to your club OR mention your club name in-restaurant when paying. Members support your club and start earning rewards with every visit to The Pancake Parlour. Every dollar ($1 AUD) spent earns your club one (1) point during the promotion period. Clubs compete for the grand prize of $5,000 cash for the overall winner, plus the chance to win $2,000 in Pancake Parlour vouchers in their local restaurant league.
- Container Deposit Scheme - CDS Vic gives charities and community groups the opportunity to raise funds while making an impact. Once you are fully set up, you can engage your supporters to donate their refunds or containers – and help you to reach your fundraising goals. Organisations interested in fundraising will first need to register with CDS Vic to obtain a Donation Partner ID. This verifies your organisation as a registered entity in Victoria. To receive payments, organisations will also need to activate their Donation Partner ID with each relevant zone operator.
- Dominos - Host a Doughraiser through Dominoes to raise funds for your club. Domino's Pizza invests the time and resources into assisting young Australians nationally and believes in supporting the local community and organisations that our customers care.
- Grill'd Local Matters - Local Matters is our way of giving back to the communities Grill'd is part of, right around Australia. Every month, each restaurant will award $500 between three groups doing amazing work in the community —and that’s where YOUR vote counts. Apply for a local matters jar and let us fund the good deeds you’re doing in the community.
Canva Nonprofit Program
Canva is used and loved by millions of people around the globe. They provide everything you need for amazing design: Social Media Graphics, Layouts, Templates, Illustrations & Images, Photo Filters, Icons and Shapes, and Fonts.
Canva believes in helping charities and philanthropic organisations all over the world bridge the gap between their mission and their audience.
As a way to give back to the community, Canva offers free Canva for Work access for up to 10 members to eligible nonprofit organisations. Eligible nonprofit organisations with proper documentation qualify to get free Canva for Work access.
Cadbury Fundraising
Cadburys are passionate about supporting local fundraising efforts. If your sports club needs funds – then Cadburys Fundraising boxes are a tried and tested fundraising winner.
Sponsorship Suggestions
Lions Clubs, Rotary Clubs, Country Womens Associations, Men's Shed, Newsboys Foundation and other like minded organisations that are passionate about supporting local community groups will sometimes consider sponsorship or donation requests. Search for your local branch and make contact.
If you need any assistance with applying for grants such as letters of support, please contact admin@calisthenics.asn.au