
COVID-19 has brought about many challenges for community sporting clubs, particularly in relation to sponsorship agreements and fundraising activities. Local businesses and organisations who provide financial support to clubs, some over a significant number of years are facing challenging times.
Now more than ever clubs have an important role to play to maintain their connection and show that they value the relationship with their sponsors. Without their generosity, clubs may not have enjoyed their past successes and opportunities for growth.
Ways in which clubs can support their sponsors include:
Clubs within the Central Highland region have already been implementing some of the initiatives. Check out Avoca FNC, Ballarat Sebastopol BMX Club, Ballarat Basketball and Bacchus Marsh Soccer Club for some great examples.
Be sure to share what you are doing with the wider community as this will help showcase your club’s values and demonstrate that “we’re in this together”.
Vaping is a growing health concern, especially among young people, and community sporting clubs have an important role to play in addressing it. To help local clubs tackle this urgent issue, the Alcohol and Drug Foundation, in partnership with VicHealth and local councils across Victoria, has created a free, on-demand vaping webinar tailored specifically for club officials and coaches.
AFL Victoria, in collaboration with WorkSafe Victoria, are proud to announce that all AFL Victoria affiliated country football and netball clubs are once again eligible to benefit from the WorkSafe Club Safety Fund in 2025.