From regional resilience to youth development, CommBank is backing 180 organisations making a difference.
28 October 2025 – 180 community organisations across Australia are being recognised in this year’s CommBank Community Grants program, sharing in $4.2 million in funding to strengthen local resilience, inclusion and wellbeing.
Each organisation is receiving a $20,000 grant from the CommBank Staff Foundation, now in its 18th year supporting grassroots initiatives nominated by employees and funded through staff donations matched by the Bank.
The announcement reflects a continued focus on highlighting the real-world impact of community organisations.
What is the CommBank Community Grants program?
The Community Grants program is delivered through the CommBank Staff Foundation, recognising organisations making a tangible difference in all areas of the community. The program invites CommBank staff members to nominate an organisation that is meaningful to them, allowing valuable funding to be provided to a variety of community initiatives.
Everyday Australians driving extraordinary outcomes
This year’s recipients cover a range of sectors, highlighting the diverse ways organisations are supporting Australians – from mental health and homelessness to education, disability inclusion, and regional resilience.
One of the recipients receiving a grant is CF Together, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing support, information and advocacy for people living with cystic fibrosis (CF) and their families. CF Together was nominated by CommBank employee Mary Nicholls, whose personal experience having lost her niece to the disease gives her a deep understanding of the vital role this organisation plays in the lives of those affected.
“Living with CF is incredibly tough as it often means long hospital stays, disrupted schooling, and financial strain for families. I’ve nominated them because I’ve seen how much this support matters. CF Together provides continued support during these times, including giving care packs with both essential and comfort items for those in isolation. Their continued care brings comfort, dignity and a sense of connection to people facing a lifelong condition,” said Mary Nicholls.
CF Together Executive Manager Fundraising and Marketing, Sarah Morrissey said: “We’re incredibly grateful to receive a CommBank Community Grant. For people living with cystic fibrosis, extended hospital stays are a regular part of life, which is terribly isolating, disruptive and emotionally draining. This funding will help us continue providing care packs that offer comfort and connection during those tough times, ensuring both children and adults feel supported.”
Other meaningful organisations receiving a grant include:
Ngalaya Indigenous Corporation – a charity run by and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lawyers, with the purpose of supporting Indigenous people pursue a legal education and enter the legal profession. This includes providing direct financial support for Indigenous law students and lawyers, helping connect each other with employment opportunities, and advocating for improvements to legal education and the profession to allow more equitable access for Indigenous people. They also focus on building community and connection between Indigenous law students, lawyers, and their supporters.
Fly High Billie – a foundation established in Tasmania driving positive impact by addressing Australia’s youth mental health crisis through evidence-based kindness and wellbeing programs to fight bullying, suicide and mental health issues. They deliver comprehensive school-based initiatives that build emotional intelligence, resilience, and peer support networks amongst primary school students.
We Are Mobilise – provides immediate support to people facing homelessness by offering direct funding towards housing and bills, and creating pathways to employment, giving them the opportunity for stability, safety and a brighter future. We Are Mobilise has established a suite of unique programs that empower people to break the cycle of homelessness and connect them with jobs, through 30+ charity partners around Australia.
Nathan Barker, Executive Manager Community Investment for CommBank, said: “The organisations receiving this year’s Community Grants are doing remarkable work – quietly, consistently, and with deep care for the people around them. At CommBank, we’re proud to play a part in helping their impact reach further. These grants are about strengthening the connections that already exist and supporting the momentum communities build for themselves.”
About the Community Grants Program
Since 1917, CommBank employees have supported Australian communities through donations and volunteering. Employees donate a portion of their salary to the Foundation, and the Bank matches every dollar contributed – allowing funding to reach a wide variety of staff-nominated community organisations. The program aims to foster brighter futures by enabling grassroots organisations to continue their vital work.
For the full list of FY26 grant recipients, visit: commbank.com.au/communitygrants