The Brisbane Broncos are committed to supporting the growth of rugby league and community and charitable initiatives throughout Queensland. The Brisbane Broncos endeavor to assist as many charities, schools and individuals as possible through comprehensive community engagement programs. Current programs include Broncos Book Club, Broncos Online Learning Tool, Community Corner, the Charity Partner Program and the Brisbane Broncos Charities Fund, along with merchandise donation and player appearance programs.

The Bulldogs in the Community program continues to work with a select group of key charity organisations that reflect key areas of concern across the community we represent. These include Camp Quality, beyondblue, Greening Australia, RSPCA, The Children’s Hospital at Westmead and The Salvation Army. We work closely with these nominated organisations and aim to make a significant impact on their established programs and those in need.

The Raiders hold community participation and support in the highest regard. We show our commitment through a number of community-based programs including the “Adopt-a-Raider” and “Raiding Junior League” programs. These programs aim to encourage participation in junior league and promote valuable physical activity and dietary health messages. We aim to support the community that supports us with assistance and participation in many charity events and causes.

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Titans 4 Tomorrow is the not-for-profit entity established by the Jetstar Gold Coast Titans with the aim to make a positive and real difference to the lives of the people the game touches. As well as supporting new and upcoming community issues and initiatives, T4T drives our existing health and educational programs that focus on the true investment in our country’s future: our youth.

The Sea Eagles are grateful recipients of exceptional support, strength and motivation from countless devoted fans across the Sea Eagles community. As an elite sporting organisation it is our responsibility and commitment to play an active role within the community. We are currently working very hard to meet this obligation, by including the implementation of a formal community strategy.

Melbourne Storm are grateful recipients of exceptional support, strength and motivation from countless devoted fans and members across the Storm community. As an elite sporting organisation we strongly believe it is part of our charter to play an active role in the community. The Melbourne Storm community program ‘Storm Support’ encompasses many facets of the community including actively supporting the nominated club charities. The four charities for 2011 are the Epilepsy Foundation of Victoria, Father Bob Maguire Foundation, Ovarian Cancer Australia and the Red Cross Victorian Flood Appeal. Storm Support continues to back the Storm Schools Development program in Victoria and One Community programs such as ‘Eat Well, Play Well, Stay Well’ and ‘Dream, Believe, Achieve’. As part of the Indigenous All stars program, Melbourne Storm has built on their foundation program ‘Storming Against Violence’ to implement the ‘Respectful Relationship’ program that aims to prevent violence against women and children, targeting the Indigenous, Maori and Pacific Island communities. Additionally, Storm Support continues to encourage staff and players to actively support initiatives and charities outside of Club commitments.

The Newcastle Knights are proud to be part of the Hunter and have a strong community focus of giving back to our local region. The Knights have an established presence in our backyard with regular visits to junior rugby league clubs and schools; various tailored engagement activities including a school to workplace transition program - 100% Knights; a Knights Aboriginal Close The Gap Advisory Committee; contribute to many worthwhile causes throughout the year through our club donations whilst being committed to supporting iconic Newcastle charities - the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service and Ronald McDonald House Charity. The Knights look forward to being out and about with our supporters in 2012 and making a difference in our community.

The Blue and Gold Heart Community Program endeavours to build pride and strength in the community of Greater Western Sydney and beyond, utilising the profile of the Club and players as a tool to encourage people of the community to make positive choices around health, education and other social issues. There are a number of elements within the Blue & Gold Heart Community Program, focusing on Health & Education; Welfare; Grassroots Development; Charity Partnerships and Initiatives; and Community Assistance.

Panthers On the Prowl Community Development Foundation continues to gather momentum in its aim to give something vitally important back to families and young people within Penrith and surrounding communities. We are endeavouring to make a difference to the wellbeing of young people in the communities in which we live.

Working with and in the community is an essential part of the Sharks Support community initiative. Sharks Support actively support local community programs, which aim to benefit the people of the shire, and guide them to make healthy and safe lifestyle choices. We are focused on achieving lasting positive relationships with our community and charity partners and we pride ourselves on being a ‘Sea of Support’.

Souths Cares was established in 2006 and assists youth in our region to aspire to achieve their goals and dreams. We do this by drawing on the rich heritage of the Rabbitohs and engaging current players in the delivery of programs that promote the benefits of health, education, training and employment.

Established in 2008 ‘Dragons Community’ is a key department within the Club that aims to make a positive impact on the lives of the people within our community that stretches from Kogarah in the north to Batemans Bay in the south of New South Wales. ‘Dragons Community’ is made up of sustainable and comprehensive programs such as Dragons 40/20, a program utilising our educational resource ‘Dragons in the Classroom’, PCYC Footy Fever and Myimbarr ‘Indigenous Learning Centre’. These great programs and many more lie within one of the Dragons Community’s eight pillars - education, health, environment, mentoring, cultural, women and girls, grassroots rugby league and charity

In 2011 the Roosters Reach Out Community Program sponsored by the Wentworth Courier will once again partner with major Sponsor Steggles to raise funds for deserving charities. The Roosters Reach Out program ‘Stick With It’ will continue to run in local schools as well as in Dubbo, Central NSW. The Roosters have a proud tradition of helping individuals and groups who are going through hard times.

The Vodafone Warriors One Community vision is to be a potent force in our communities by harnessing the power of our athletes as role models to tackle social issues and promote core values to youth in New Zealand. In 2011 we will continue with our ‘League in Libraries’ program, revitalise our ‘Warriors against bullying’ program and focus on building healthy active children with a new ‘Eat Well, Play Well, Stay Well’ initiative.

Wests Tigers ‘Roar for a Cause’ Community program provides the club with a chance to give back and make a statement about important issues in the community. The ‘Roar for a Cause’ program has customised programs and formed partnerships with key local organisations to deliver a range of sustainable programs. The overall program encompasses five key strands including healthy living, educational support, community wellbeing, environment and charity partners.