AES SPORTS DONATIONS PROGRAM

Equipment for Participation
Sport for Stronger Communities

AES connects sporting clubs, schools, businesses and community supporters with opportunities to provide new and good-quality pre-loved sporting equipment for Torres Strait Islander children, young people and communities. By improving access to appropriate sporting equipment, the program aims to encourage participation, strengthen wellbeing and create more opportunities for young people to experience the physical, social and emotional benefits of sport.

DONATE EQUIPMENT
BECOME A COMMUNITY PARTNER

Why Sport Matters

More Than Equipment

Sport can create opportunities for young people to stay active, develop confidence, build friendships and strengthen their connection with community.
However, distance, availability and the cost of suitable equipment can make regular participation more difficult for some remote and regional communities.
Through the AES Sports Donations Program, we work with community representatives and partner organisations to identify genuine needs and coordinate practical support where it can make a meaningful difference.

What the Program Does

Connecting Generosity With Community Need

All donations are subject to suitability, current community needs, available storage and confirmed transport arrangements.
The program is designed around three key areas

Collect


We invite sporting clubs, schools, businesses and members of the community to donate suitable new or good-quality pre-loved sporting equipment.

Coordinate


AES works with community representatives to understand local priorities, appropriate equipment requirements and suitable delivery arrangements.

Support Participation

Approved donations are directed towards community-led sporting, youth engagement and wellbeing activities for Torres Strait Islander communities.

What You Can Donate

Equipment We May Be Able to Accept

Depending on identified community needs, suitable donations may include:

New or good-quality sporting footwear

Footballs, basketballs, netballs and soccer balls

Training cones, bibs and portable training equipment

Team uniforms and sports clothing

Racquets, bats and other non-specialised sporting equipment

Protective equipment that meets current Australian safety standards

New water bottles and other appropriate participation essentials

Ways to Get Involved

Clubs, Schools and Businesses Can Make a Difference

Sporting Clubs​

Organise an equipment collection, nominate surplus club equipment or support a community sporting initiative.

Schools

Run a student-led sports equipment drive and help young people understand the value of community participation and responsible giving.

Corporate Partners​​

Sponsor new equipment, transport, program delivery or a specific community initiative aligned with your organisation’s community investment or Reconciliation Action Plan commitments.

Logistics and Service Partners

Support equipment assessment, storage, freight, delivery or other practical requirements.

Our Approach

Community-Led, Respectful and Practical

AES is committed to ensuring that support is guided by identified community priorities.
We aim to

01.

Consult with community representatives before confirming donations

02.

Supply equipment that is appropriate, safe and genuinely needed

03.

Avoid sending unsuitable items or creating an unnecessary burden for communities

04.

Coordinate delivery through approved partners and agreed arrangements

05.

Maintain clear records of donations and, where appropriate, report outcomes to supporters

06.

Respect local culture, community leadership and decision-making

Help Create More Opportunities Through Sport

Whether you represent a sporting club, school, business, government organisation or community group, your support can help more children and young people access the benefits of sport.

Tell us what equipment or support you may be able to provide, and the AES team will contact you to discuss current needs and the next steps.

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