Bendigo Bank calling for your sponsorship applications

Get those creative juices flowing because Bendigo Community Bank Sunshine Coast is bringing you an exciting opportunity to shine bright on the Sunshine Coast! Starting from 1 July 2023, our annual sponsorship applications will be open.

Bendigo Community Bank Sunshine Coast offers sponsorship to local organisations to facilitate their valuable activities in building and strengthening our communities. Sponsorship is made possible by distributing up to 80% of our profit back into the communities the banks serve. In the previous financial year, our sponsorship ranged from $500,000 to $1000. Furthermore, our branch managers possess ‘fairy dust’ to sprinkle happiness in their communities for up to $1,000 each time, at their sole discretion. Bendigo Community Banks of Tewantin-Noosa, Cooroy and Marcoola have given back over $2.9 million to date via the profit-with-purpose model.

Their recent efforts have been extraordinary, with the bank providing financial support to local groups and events such as the Hoofbeats

Art Exhibition, Peregian Digital Hub Meet Up events, Permaculture Noosa’s community pavilion, Noosa

Community Garden’s pathways, and the upcoming Pomona King of the Mountain. By enriching the communities’ spirit and connecting people from all ages and abilities, these initiatives demonstrate the impact of community sponsorship.

Noosa Coast Guard members, who tirelessly ensure the safety of our community on the water 24/7, were greatly relieved when the Community Bank stepped in as the major sponsor. With a three-year commitment to support this essential service, the bank has demonstrated its dedication to keeping our community safe. Additionally, the bank provides crucial funding for training and equipment to almost all surf lifesaving clubs from Noosa to Mudjimba, playing a vital role in saving lives. But remember, this isn’t just about financial assistance. It’s about building a lasting partnership. Bendigo Community Bank Sunshine Coast invests in projects that align with their core values of community, sustainability, and inclusivity. So, as you craft your application, let your passion shine through. Show them how your project resonates with their vision of a brighter, more connected community.

For further information contact Bendigo Community Bank Cooroy bank manager Steve Clarke on 0492 932 373 or visit www.sunnycoastcommunityconnection.com.au.

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