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OUR PROUD

COMMUNITY

ALL OF THE PROFIT WE GENERATE IS USED TO IMPROVE SERVICES OR FACILITIES FOR OUR MEMBERS AND TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF OUR MEMBERS AND THE COMMUNITY

$26.8 MILLION

TOTAL COMMUNITY
CONTRIBUTION

$276.9 MILLION

ESTIMATED ECONOMIC
CONTRIBUTION TO THE
NSW ECONOMY.

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BORN FROM MATESHIP AND BUILT TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF MEMBERS

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Our purpose as an organisation is to “improve the lives of our members” and as over 90% of our members live within 10km of our venues, we believe that by contributing to our local community, we can directly improve the lives of our members.

Every dollar spent in our venues contributes to this core purpose – in all that we do, we endeavour to provide places for communities to gather, improve living standards and work to make our communities a better place for our members and their families to live in.

This is seen in a variety of ways, from investing in our operations, our facilities and diversifying into new products and services to meet the needs of our members. By hosting, facilitating, sponsoring, or donating to community events, entertainment, function rooms and providing sport or sub-club facilities. Mounties Group make a substantial direct contribution through cash and in-kind donations to a broad range of community activities and initiatives and provide community access to a range of subsidised community and sporting facilities.

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OUR PROUD

COMMUNITY

ClubGRANTS STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITIES

We are proud of being one of only 4% of all Registered Clubs created for the community and we are more proud of the positive impacts that we have on local people in our community..
 

This year, under ClubGRANTS requirements we were expected to give $3.6 million to our local community but due to our Boards commitment to our core purpose, we delivered a total community support of more than $26.8 million.

This is the second year in a row that we have set a new record for the Australian club industry and this year recognised
as the 18th most giving company in all of Australia.


We thank our members, suppliers, supporters and all who make it possible for us to make this impact to so many lives.

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We are thrilled to share the incredible journey of Grace Fava, the founder of Autism Advisory and Support Services (AASS). Thanks to the support of Mounties' ClubGRANTS program, Grace is able to provide essential information and assistance to families navigating the challenges of autism. Her dedication has created a lifeline for many, ensuring that no one has to face these challenges alone.

Since 2007, the partnership between Mounties Group and AASS has transformed lives. What began as a simple idea among a group of parents has evolved into a vital resource for thousands of families across Australia. With unwavering financial and moral support from Mounties Group, AASS has grown significantly, providing critical assistance to those in need. A particularly touching aspect of this partnership is that Grace's son, who inspired her mission, is now an employee of Mounties, symbolizing the impact of their shared commitment to support families.

 

Autism Advisory Support Services

LITTLE WINGS

Mounties Group is honoured to support Little Wings in their mission to uplift the spirits of sick children and their families across regional NSW, ACT, and QLD. Little Wings provides free flight and ground transport services, facilitating easier access to essential medical treatment for families in need. Together, we are committed to reducing healthcare access barriers, one flight at a time.

Every child deserves access to care, no matter where they live. Claire Pearson, CEO of Little Wings, is dedicated to making this vision a reality. Mounties Group is proud to support an additional 100 families in reaching the medical treatment they require, ensuring that no child faces their health challenges alone.

In collaboration with Gotcha4Life and the Rise Foundation, Mounties Group is enhancing mental health support through ongoing initiatives that prioritize education and awareness. Our campaign equips staff with valuable resources and training courses to better understand and assist with mental health needs.

The $50,000 investment in Gotcha4Life's Mentally Fit Schools Initiative exemplifies our dedication to reaching youth and regional communities. Additionally, we provide venues for training and workshops, creating a supportive environment for mental health awareness. By enrolling 100 staff members in the Gotcha4Life Mental Fitness Fundamentals Workshop, we are ensuring our team has the essential tools and strategies to foster a culture of mental well-being.

Gotcha4Life

SECTION KARI FOUNDATION

For two consecutive years, Mounties Group has proudly donated $75,000 to the KARI Foundation, supporting educational initiatives for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and youth. This vital funding is dedicated to improving educational outcomes and providing essential resources that empower First Nations students in their academic journeys. By focusing on education, we aim to create a brighter future for these young individuals, ensuring they have the tools they need to succeed.

 

As part of our commitment to this partnership, Mounties Group has funded 500 Essential Backpacks filled with school supplies for local Indigenous youth. This initiative not only reduces financial burdens on families but also ensures that students are well-equipped and ready to thrive in their educational pursuits.

 

Ever wondered about the faces behind our beloved children's entertainment? Meet Jodie, a proud third-generation member of the Mounties Group! With a rich history within the organization, Jodie has been part of our family long before her time, and now she, along with her husband, channels their passion and creativity into their enchanting children's entertainment company, Kozi & Pinky.

Through this vibrant partnership, Mounties Group and Kozi & Pinky work together to bring joy and excitement to children and families in our community. Their engaging performances and interactive experiences not only entertain but also foster imagination and creativity among young audiences.

Jodi Thompson - 3rd Generation Mounties Member

DREAMS2LIVE4

Mounties Group is pleased to continue its long-standing partnership with Dreams2Live4 through ClubGRANT in FY23/24. This organisation is the only charity in Australia that grants life-changing dreams for adults aged 17 and over who are living with advanced (metastatic) cancer, relapsed lymphoma, relapsed leukemia, or high-grade brain tumours.

The work of Dreams2Live4 addresses a critical gap in public health support for individuals facing advanced-stage or relapsed cancer. 1 in 2 Australians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime and with each diagnosis comes a journey often riddled with physical illness, pain, financial pressure, and anxiety. Dreams2Live4 empowers a patient to dream again when many hopes have been dashed, creating a vital distraction from the harsh realities of cancer, offering patients a chance to regain control, to have something to live for, improving their mental health. This positive impact radiates outwards benefiting their families, friends, and medical teams, touching the lives of an estimated 30 people with each Dream.

Since its inception, Dreams2Live4 has received over 4,000 applications for a dream, with referrals coming from more than 300 hospitals, cancer care clinics or palliative units – nationwide. Whether through granting the opportunity for patients (Dreamers) to reunite with family members, experience long-held ambitions, or create lasting memories, the organisation brings much-needed hope and positivity to Dreamers and their families during a time of uncertainty.

Mounties Group is proud to support Dreams2Live4 and its mission to provide these unique opportunities. Our partnership reflects our commitment to supporting individuals in our community who are dealing with life-threatening illnesses and highlights the importance of addressing not only physical health but also emotional and mental wellbeing.

Through our ongoing support, we aim to help Dreams2Live4 reach even more Dreamers, allowing the charity to continue offering invaluable moments of hope and fulfillment to those in need.

Wamberal based Anna who dreamt of marrying the father of her
child Brendan, with Dreams2Live4 helping with the wedding
costs and preparation.

ESCABAGS

Sometimes escaping an abusive or dangerous situation isn’t just about finding emotional support; it’s about having a practical solution available that will save your life, and that’s what Escabags is.

Mounties Group is proud to be a financial sponsor, a supporter and a stockist of Escabags, your first step to freedom.

“Escape Bags’ are free, tote bags kindly made with love by volunteers and then filled with the necessities that a victim of abuse and his/her children may nee when initially escaping a dangerous or abusive situation.

Each ‘Escape Bag’ contains high-quality products as we understand the importance of feeling comforted and worthy in a crisis. Our ‘Escape Bags’ are not gender-specific and, by providing two variations, ‘Parent and Child’ and ‘Single Adult’, we proudly cater for all victims of abuse.

 

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STREET

UNIVERSITY

Since its inception in 2008, The Street University in Liverpool has delivered vital services to the young people of Sydney’s South Western suburbs. And from day one, Mounties Group has been by their side helping to provide their facility and grants to help this initiative.

The Street University is a youth development project created by the Ted Noffs Foundation which provides various community based services and interactive spaces for people aged 12 – 25. With the aim of helping our youth realise their dreams, harness their potential and to create positive outcomes for their lives and their community.

Inspired by The Wayside Chapel, founded by his grandfather Ted in 1964, Street Universities focusses on issues related to drugs, mental health, employment, education and crime.

Street Universities now help over 15,000 young people across Australia each year.

“Street Universities wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for Mounties. They were there at the very beginning and were the first organisation to get behind us,” Noffs says.

The Street University’s trained directors, mentors and facilitators use a multifaceted range of youth work, counselling and community development techniques in order to combine progressive approaches to social work with grassroots community participation.

Experimenting with the artistic and social potential made possible by a uniquely Australian multi-ethnic, inter-faith, socially diverse culture.

Operating in this multicultural environment, the Street University opens up dynamic and democratic spaces for marginalised and displaced cultures. Programs specialise in channeling young people away from personally destructive and anti-social behaviours to improved self-esteem, inter-communal co- operation and social engagement.

The Street University uses the commonality of cultural settings that are familiar and attractive to young people to guide, support and transform their interests into vocational and educational success.

Mounties Group has provided over $460,000 in grants and assistance in order for The Street University to maintain and develop the building, program and staffing to deliver this vital service.

 

“Street Universities wouldn’t exist if it wasn’t for Mounties. They were there at the very beginning and were the first organisation to get behind us.”

FRESHWATER SURF & QUEENSCLIFF SURF

LIFE SAVING CLUB

This is certainly true in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, an area which encompasses more than half of Sydney’s beaches and features a local community with an incredibly strong affinity to surf and sand. While beaches can mean refreshing dips and lovely sunsets, they also pose several dangers for beachgoers of all ages, especially children.

As a community-focused organisation born out of mateship, Mounties Group is passionate about providing their members with the best opportunities to enjoy life. On the Northern Beaches, that includes supporting the heroes who volunteer their time and put their bodies on the line to keep us all safe, in and out of the water – our surf life savers. Mounties Group’s Harbord Diggers donated funds to Freshwater and Queenscliff Surf Life Saving Clubs for the purchase of vital surf safety equipment.

Together, these clubs are responsible for almost 20,000 patrol hours to keep as many as 400,000 people safe as they visit these beaches each year. Both clubs put the much-needed funds towards the purchase of inflatable rescue boats (IRBs) and related equipment, which is fitting considering it was Harbord Diggers who funded the very first motorised surf life saving boat for the Northern Beaches over 50 years ago.

Freshwater Life Saving Club is one of the largest in NSW and boasts an impressive record of no drownings within the flags during patrol hours in their 113 years of operation.

Their relationship with Mounties Group goes back all the way to the 1960s and over the years they have purchased invaluable IRBs or rubber duckies which enabled them to keep the beach as safe as they could, maintaining that perfect safety record.

The IRBs are essential when conducting rescues over longer distances, rescues that are close to rocks and rescues where multiple people need assistance at the same time.

And because of the tough environment they operate in, being constantly battered by the elements, it’s important that the boats are replaced regularly, with the motors replaced every two years.

Queenscliff SLSC used their grant to purchase a hull of a new IRB which was custom-built. The new IRB is used in training during the winter months to hone the skills of surf life savers in preparation for the busy summer months.

Having the new IRB over the winter months is vital to their training program, which consists of both training and development as well as IRB racing, providing crews with the opportunity to fine tune their skills such as speed to water and various search and rescue techniques.

Today’s boats are bigger, wider and more stable which all helps in making it easier to perform rescues and help people when they are in trouble. And that is what it is all about.

 

“Together, these clubs are responsible for almost 20,000 patrol hours to keep as many as 400,000 people safe as they visit these beaches each year. Both clubs put the much-needed funds towards the purchase of inflatable rescue boats (IRBs) and related equipment.”

AUTISM ADVISORY

SUPPORT SERVICES

In 2007, when Grace Fava gathered seven like-minded parents around her kitchen table to brainstorm, they never
imagined the ripple effect their modest plan would have. Their goal was simple: create an information service to support families of children with Autism. Fast forward 17 years, and that small initiative has grown into a lifeline for thousands of families across Australia.

Grace took her idea to Mounties, seeking both financial and moral backing. With their support, Autism Advisory and
Support Services (AASS) was born. Since that pivotal moment, Mounties has continued to stand by AASS every year, helping it grow and reach even more people in need.

What’s even more heartwarming is that the very inspiration for Grace’s mission – her own son – is now an employee of Mounties. He’s found purpose and fulfillment in his work, a full-circle moment that highlights the power of community, support and determination.