Commonwealth Bank has announced that 180 community organisations across Australia will share in $4.2 million through its 2025 Community Grants program, with each recipient receiving $20,000 to support local initiatives addressing social challenges.
The grants, delivered through the CommBank Staff Foundation in its 18th year, support organisations nominated by bank employees and funded through staff donations matched by the bank dollar for dollar.
Recipients span diverse sectors including mental health, homelessness, disability inclusion, education and regional resilience, reflecting the breadth of community needs across the country.
Among this year’s recipients is CF Together, a not-for-profit providing support and advocacy for people living with cystic fibrosis and their families. The organisation was nominated by CommBank employee Mary Nicholls, who lost her niece to the disease.
“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,” Nicholls said.
CF Together executive manager fundraising and marketing Sarah Morrissey said the organisation was grateful for the funding.
“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,” Morrissey said.
Other recipients include Ngalaya Indigenous Corporation, which supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people pursuing legal education and careers, providing financial assistance and employment connections for Indigenous law students and lawyers.
Tasmanian foundation Flyhighbillie addresses youth mental health through evidence-based kindness and wellbeing programs delivered in primary schools, building emotional intelligence and resilience to combat bullying and suicide.
We Are Mobilise provides immediate support to people experiencing homelessness through direct funding for housing and bills, while creating pathways to employment through partnerships with more than 30 charities nationwide.
CommBank executive manager community investment Nathan Barker said the recipients demonstrated consistent commitment to their communities.
“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,” Barker said.
