Magpies Community Grants, a Magpies Sporting Club initiative – provides financial assistance 4 times a year to winning applicants within 3 grant categories:
Magpies Community program, a Magpies Sporting Club initiative – aims to support schools, sporting clubs, charities and non-profit organisations within the greater Mackay region by way of donations: raffle items, gift cards, room hire, use of fields or facilities or professional assistance. Applications to request a donation can be made by completing the online application form below.
With every new membership Magpies Sporting Club donates $2 to one of four charities that the new members choose when filling out their membership application form. Each financial year Magpies Sporting Club offer charities the chance to be one of these four donation recipients for the next financial year. The chosen four charities will receive their cash donations based on how many new members select their charity on the membership forms for that financial year. Your charity can apply via our website, click on the button below.
We have several donation boxes throughout our club, brimming with generosity from our valued patrons who have contributed their small (or sometimes big) change. Four times a year (each quarter) we pass the spare change as an impactful donation to a worthy local charity. Want your charity to be the next beneficiary? Find out more by clicking the button below.
Magpies Sporting Club have supported the Kanaka Proud Cup since it was established in 2017 to honour, celebrate and to share the history of the families that were taken from their South Sea Island’s and bought over to Australia to be …
The collection period for donation boxes that will go to the winning charity of Q4 is Tuesday 30th September – Friday 19th December 2025.
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DONATION BOX Q4 COLLECTION PERIOD
AFL Mackay
Air Force Cadets
Alligator Creek State School
Australian HR Institute
Australian Street Aid
Beaconsfield State School
Biggest Morning Tea
Blue River Mackay Lions
Brothers Hockey
Calen District State College
Cancer Council
Cattlemans Bar Fundraiser
Central Coast Scout Association
Chelona State School
Coningsby State School
Cricket Australia
Crimestoppers
Crossroad Arts
CWA Calen
Dragons Abreast
Fitzgerald State School
Foodbank QLD
Francis of Assisi
George Street Neighbourhood Centre
Glenella State School
Good Shepherd Lodge
Grapevine Group
Hawks Softball Club Mackay
Hibiscus Coast Scouts
Holy Spirit College
Homebush State School
Immune Deficiencies Foundation Australia
Kalyan Youth Services Mackay
Kanaka Proud Cup U18 Mackay Mens Team
Kidney Support Network
Kids with Cancer
Love Your Sister
M&K Matsi Massi
Mack Pop Con
Mackay & District Rugby League Referees Association
Mackay Amateur Radio Association
Mackay Basketball
Mackay Central State School
Mackay District School Sport
Mackay Family History Society Inc
Mackay Gridiron
Mackay Hearing
Mackay Hospital Foundation
Mackay Kennel Club
Mackay Land Rover Club
Mackay Out and About Social Group
Mackay Pet Rescue
Mackay United Indigenous Rugby League
Mackay Wanderers Football Club
Mackay Women’s Centre
Magpies AFL Club
Magpies Basketball Club
Magpies Cricket Club
Magpies Crusaders United Football Club
Magpies Dog Obedience Club
Magpies Fishing Club
Magpies Football Club
Magpies Junior Rugby League Club
Magpies Netball Club
Magpies Senior Rugby League Club
Magpies Touch Football Club
Marabisda
Mercy College
McGrath Foundation
Mirani State School
Motor Neurone Disease Queensland
Nanyima Aged Care Inc.
National Breast Cancer Foundation
National Disability Insurance Scheme
National Heart Foundation
Northview State School
Phoenix Place Inc
Pioneer Community Preschool & Kindergarten
Pioneer Potters Mackay
Pioneer Valley Classic Car Club
Queensland Cancer Council
Queensland Rugby League
RACQ CQ Rescue
Ronald McDonald House
Rotary Club of Port of Mackay
Rotary Let it Pour Drought Relief Fund
Salvation Army
Sapphire & Diamonds Womens Indigenous Rugby League Teams
Seaforth State School
Shades of Women
Slade Point School
Smart Pups Assistance Dogs
Soroptimist International Mackay
St Brigids Parish
St. John’s Parish
Surf Life Saving Mackay
The Mater Auxiliary
The Neighbourhood Hub
The Royal Flying Doctors
Variety Bash
VIEW Club
Vinnie's Homeless Hostel for Men
Whitsunday Voices Youth Literature Festival
Wolfpack Rugby League Team
YIRS One Stop Youth Shop
AFL Mackay
Air Force Cadets
Alligator Creek State School
Australian HR Institute
Australian Street Aid
Beaconsfield State School
Biggest Morning Tea
Blue River Mackay Lions
Brothers Hockey
Calen District State College
Cancer Council
Cattlemans Bar Fundraiser
Central Coast Scout Association
Chelona State School
Coningsby State School
Cricket Australia
Crimestoppers
Crossroad Arts
CWA Calen
Dragons Abreast
Fitzgerald State School
Foodbank QLD
Francis of Assisi
George Street Neighbourhood Centre
Glenella State School
Good Shepherd Lodge
Grapevine Group
Hawks Softball Club Mackay
Hibiscus Coast Scouts
Holy Spirit College
Homebush State School
Immune Deficiencies Foundation Australia
Kalyan Youth Services Mackay
Kanaka Proud Cup U18 Mackay Mens Team
Kidney Support Network
Kids with Cancer
Love Your Sister
M&K Matsi Massi
Mack Pop Con
Mackay & District Rugby League Referees Association
Mackay Amateur Radio Association
Mackay Basketball
Mackay Central State School
Mackay District School Sport
Mackay Family History Society Inc
Mackay Gridiron
Mackay Hearing
Mackay Hospital Foundation
Mackay Kennel Club
Mackay Land Rover Club
Mackay Out and About Social Group
Mackay Pet Rescue
Mackay United Indigenous Rugby League
Mackay Wanderers Football Club
Mackay Women’s Centre
Magpies AFL Club
Magpies Basketball Club
Magpies Cricket Club
Magpies Crusaders United Football Club
Magpies Dog Obedience Club
Magpies Fishing Club
Magpies Football Club
Magpies Junior Rugby League Club
Magpies Netball Club
Magpies Senior Rugby League Club
Magpies Touch Football Club
Marabisda
Mercy College
McGrath Foundation
Mirani State School
Motor Neurone Disease Queensland
Nanyima Aged Care Inc.
National Breast Cancer Foundation
National Disability Insurance Scheme
National Heart Foundation
Northview State School
Phoenix Place Inc
Pioneer Community Preschool & Kindergarten
Pioneer Potters Mackay
Pioneer Valley Classic Car Club
Queensland Cancer Council
Queensland Rugby League
RACQ CQ Rescue
Ronald McDonald House
Rotary Club of Port of Mackay
Rotary Let it Pour Drought Relief Fund
Salvation Army
Sapphire & Diamonds Womens Indigenous Rugby League Teams
Seaforth State School
Shades of Women
Slade Point School
Smart Pups Assistance Dogs
Soroptimist International Mackay
St Brigids Parish
St. John’s Parish
Surf Life Saving Mackay
The Mater Auxiliary
The Neighbourhood Hub
The Royal Flying Doctors
Variety Bash
VIEW Club
Vinnie's Homeless Hostel for Men
Whitsunday Voices Youth Literature Festival
Wolfpack Rugby League Team
YIRS One Stop Youth Shop
Help us help the community: When you become a new Magpies member, on your behalf we donate $2 from every membership to a community based organisation of your choice: CQ Rescue, Grapevine Group, Mackay Pet Rescue or Kidney Support Network.
Every time you visit our club it helps us, help the community. Join or renew your Magpies membership now.
We’re proud to support Imogen Paul with a $250 Magpies Community Grant as she competes at the Queensland State Netball Titles at Nissan Arena, Brisbane.
Imogen has been making waves in Division 1 netball for her local club, Magpies Netball Club, and was the youngest development player in their Premier League team. This year she also represented Mackay in multiple representative teams, including the Under 16s Senior State Age carnival and the QISSN State Netball Carnival.
This grant helps cover costs associated with competing at the state level, giving Imogen the chance to test her skills against the best in Queensland.
Magpies Community Grants will continue in 2026, supporting more local athletes like Imogen to reach their goals.
#MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Dec 9
We’re proud to support Dylan Secher with a $600 Magpies Community Grant as he competes at the UCI World BMX Racing Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark.
After earning a 2A plate at the 2024 National BMX Championships in Perth, Dylan secured his spot on the Australian team in the Challenge Class for 2025. Competing in the 13–14yrs Boys Cruiser category, he made it to the finals and finished 7th in the world.
This grant helps cover costs like flights, accommodation, registration, race gear and insurance as Dylan continues to represent Australia at the highest level.
#MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Dec 7
We’re proud to support Yindee Robertson with a $250 Magpies Community Grant as she competes at the 11–12 Years Girls Rugby League State Championships in Townsville.
Yindee trialled for the Mackay & District team and earned her place, going on to play two strong carnivals before being selected for the Capricornia team. She’s already making an impact on the field, scoring two full-length tries and holding her own with some impressive tackles.
This grant helps support costs such as levies, accommodation and travel as Yindee continues her rugby league journey.
#MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Dec 4
🎄 Christmas Collection Continues! We’ve already received so many generous donations for Chances House! But there’s always room for more. We’re still collecting items for this incredible daytime drop-in centre supporting people experiencing homelessness. Every item makes a difference. Please drop off donations before Wednesday 17th December. #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesStaff
Dec 4
We’re proud to support John Thomas with a $600 Magpies Community Grant as he prepares to compete in the 2025 World Age Sprint Championships in Triathlon.
John qualified for the Australian team after racing in four selection events across NSW and Queensland, earning the points needed to secure his spot on the national stage.
Competing internationally comes with significant costs, and this grant will help support expenses such as uniforms, registration, travel and accommodation.
We wish John all the best as he represents Australia, and look forward to continuing our support for local athletes when Magpies Community Grants return in 2026.
#MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Dec 2
We’re proud to support Turril Taylor with a $600 Magpies Community Grant as she continues to shine in her chosen sport, Baton Twirling.
Turril has been twirling since age 6 and excels in the 2-baton event, competing at local, state and national level. After a successful trial performance last year, she earned a place on the Australian Baton Twirling Team in the Junior Level B 2-Baton category.
This year she travelled to Torino, Italy, where she represented Australia and placed 11th in the world, missing a finals spot by only one point.
We’re proud to support athletes like Turril and celebrate the diverse range of sports represented in our region.
#MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Dec 1
We’re proud to support Eimeo Surf Life Saving Club Inc. with a $700 Magpies Community Grant in our final funding round for 2025. 🖤🤍
For 25 years, Eimeo SLSC has helped keep Eimeo Beach safe with more than 360 volunteers, 52,000 patrol hours, and a big impact on the 38,000 beachgoers who visit each season. Last year they completed 1,700 patrol hours, 2,100 preventative actions, and 29 first aid treatments.
Eimeo SLSC also offers training, youth development and inclusive programs like Albatross Nippers, giving people of all ages a place to learn, belong and contribute.
This grant will help purchase new Nipper boards for their growing Youth Development Program. More than 125 kids take part in Nippers each Sunday, and these boards are essential for surf safety skills and preparing future lifesavers.
Community groups like Eimeo SLSC are an important part of our region, helping keep people safe and connected. We’re proud to support the work they do.
#MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Nov 29
🏏 Kiana Dunn received a $400 Magpies Community Grant in Q4 2025, and we were grateful to be able to help support her in her selection for the Queensland Under 19 School Sport team for a four-game series against NSW. Kiana trialled through Mackay & District and Capricornia before being chosen for Queensland, even after the state competition was cancelled due to a cyclone. Her costs included uniforms, carnival fees, flights, a rental car, and accommodation; expenses that grants help families manage. Kiana performed strongly, taking 1/21 off 4 overs in the one-day match, helping Queensland defeat NSW for the first time in three years, breaking their 13-game streak. Magpies Community Grants will return in 2026. #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Nov 27
🏐 Mackay State High School Volleyball Academy received a $700 Magpies Community Grant in Q4 2025 to support their new program developing student athletes and growing volleyball locally. The grant helps the school secure essential equipment like nets, balls, and training aids, and supports coaching and travel for competitions. Volleyball in Mackay faces unique challenges, with few local clubs and families often covering time and costs to enable participation. Grants like this help students access representative pathways and continue pursuing their sport. Magpies Community Grants will return in 2026 to support programs like this. #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Nov 25
⚽ Tarcisio Pritchard received a $250 Magpies Community Grant in the last quarter of 2025 to support his participation in the QRSS Futsal State Championships. Representing Queensland takes dedication, with countless training sessions, competitions, and travel across the state. Families often manage flights, accommodation, tournament fees, and volunteer their time to make it all happen. Grants like these help ease that load and allow young athletes to focus on their sport. Magpies Community Grants will return in 2026 to continue supporting local talent and community initiatives. #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Nov 22
Lou had the pleasure of presenting Zoe from Northview State School P&C with a gift voucher in support of their upcoming Fundraising Raffle. Northview’s P&C has pledged $30,000 to help replace 30 outdated laptops for students, and their raffle will play a big part in making that happen. We’re proud to support their efforts and contribute to a cause that directly benefits local kids and their learning. Best of luck to Northview State School, we hope the raffle is a huge success! 🎄💛
#MagpiesCommunity
Nov 20
🚴♀️ Lilly Bolger was supported with a $600 Magpies Community Grant in the last quarter of 2025 to compete with the Mighty 11 BMX Test Team in Auckland, representing Australia against New Zealand. Reaching this level required dedication, intense training, and the unwavering support of her family. With travel, accommodation, coaching, and event costs adding up, grants like these provide vital assistance, helping young athletes continue pursuing their sporting dreams.
#MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Nov 20
Happy International Men’s Day to all the blokes who keep Magpies buzzing! 👏Swing past the kiosk & give your membership card a swipe for a little treat on us you’ve earned it. And grab a beer while you’re at it… we’re donating $1 from every frothy to Movember. Doing good never tasted so good. 🍻 #InternationalMensDay #MagpiesCommunity
Nov 18
🏉 It was our pleasure to award Cruz Mika a $250 Magpies Community Grant in the last quarter of 2025, to assist with his journey to the Rugby League Vic Jensen Carnival. Cruz is a dedicated and talented player who shows great teamwork and commitment both on and off the field. Supporting young athletes can be costly, with families juggling travel, training, and competition expenses. Magpies Community Grants help ease that burden, allowing kids like Cruz to focus on performing at their best and enjoying the game they love. #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Nov 18
💙 We were pleased to award the Valley Spinners & Crafts Group a $700 Magpies Community Grant in the last quarter of 2025 to support their incredible work making and sending handmade wheelchair rugs to children in need through Wheelchairs for Kids. Volunteers dedicate hundreds of hours knitting, organizing, and arranging shipments, often covering materials and postage costs themselves. Magpies Community Grants help make this generous and heartwarming work possible, recognising the impact these volunteers have in our community. #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Nov 15
🚴♀️ We were proud to support Adelyn Eatwell with a $600 Magpies Community Grant in the last quarter for 2025 to help her compete at the UCI BMX World Championships in Copenhagen. Adelyn has represented her sport at both national and state levels, with her journey involving significant travel, training, and competition costs. Families and volunteers put in countless hours and resources to help young athletes chase their dreams, and Magpies Community Grants help ease those financial pressures so they can keep doing what they love. #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Nov 12
🎄This Christmas we’re collecting items for Chances, a daytime drop-in centre supporting people experiencing homelessness. If you’d like to help, we’re accepting donations of:
❤️Non-perishable food
❤️ Sleeping bags & small blankets
❤️Towels & toothbrushes
Every item helps make a difference. Please drop off donations before Wednesday 17th December. #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesStaff
Nov 12
🏀 We were pleased to award Finley Philbin a $250 Magpies Community Grant in the last quarter of 2025 to help with travel, accommodation, and fees for the U14 Boys State Basketball Championships at Carmichael Ford Stadium, Townsville. Selected for the Division 1 U14 Boys team for the second year, Finley’s dedication and hard work earned him both a Coaches Award and a Rep’s Award. His team finished 4th overall, just two points shy of the Gold final. Supporting kids in sport can be costly, and our grants help families manage travel, training, and tournament expenses while fostering growth and achievement. #MagpiesCommunity #MagpiesCommunityGrants
Nov 10
🎄 Spreading a little Christmas cheer. Our Sport & Community Liaison Officer, Lou, caught up with Gabrielle from Mackay District Special School, who collected a donation from us for their Christmas Concert Fundraising Raffle.
At Magpies, we’re all about making a difference in our community 💛
If you’re looking for support for an upcoming fundraiser, you can apply for a donation on our website: https://www.magpiesmackay.com.au/community-program/
#MagpiesCommunity #MakingADifference
Nov 4
We donated $296 to Whitsunday Food Bank from $1 of every main meal sold on Thursday 16th October, in support of World Food Day. 💛
Our purpose is to make a difference in the lives of our community, and this is just one small way we can give back.
Thank you to everyone who enjoyed a main meal at Magpies and helped us support this great cause.
#MagpiesCommunity
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