Planning an Australia Day community fundraiser in 2026? Whether you’re organising a local BBQ, sports club fundraiser, or community event, the simplest way to collect contributions is an online collection link. PocketWell lets you set up a digital wishing well in minutes, share it widely, and collect funds securely through Stripe.
It’s an easy way to keep the focus on community — not envelopes of cash.
What is an Australia Day community fundraiser?
It’s a community fundraising collection run around Australia Day — often for:
- local clubs and teams
- volunteer organisations
- community equipment upgrades
- disaster recovery / support causes
In Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and regional towns, these fundraisers are often run by volunteers — which is why simple tools matter.
Why Australians use digital collections for community fundraising
Community events can be unpredictable. People drop in, bring friends, and donations happen in lots of small amounts.
Digital collections work because:
- anyone can contribute on their phone
- QR codes work at stalls and BBQs
- interstate supporters can help too
PocketWell has processed 2,000+ transactions and many are exactly this style: community-driven, small contributions, fast setup.
How to set up your fundraiser
- Create your free wishing well
- Name the fundraiser clearly (cause + year)
- Add a short message explaining where the money goes
- Share link and QR code on posters and socials
- Use funds for your event/cause
Real Aussie scenarios
- Local surf club raising funds for new gear
- Community run collecting for a local family doing it tough
- Sports club fundraiser for junior equipment
Digital collections make it easy for people to donate on the spot.
Mistakes to avoid
- Don’t be vague about what funds are for
- Don’t skip transparency updates
- Don’t rely on cash only (people carry less cash now)
FAQ: Australia Day fundraising collections
How do you run an online fundraiser for Australia Day?
Create an online collection, share the link and QR code, and clearly explain the purpose. Keep updates transparent.
PocketWell advantage: QR codes + easy mobile payments.
Related: Group gifting
Is PocketWell suitable for clubs?
Yes — it works well for community groups and clubs collecting small contributions.
PocketWell advantage: quick setup and simple payment flow.
Related: Events
Is it safe?
Yes. Payments are powered by Stripe. Payout details are entered securely with Stripe and PocketWell doesn’t store bank details.
PocketWell advantage: secure payments + weekly payouts.
Related: Privacy Policy
Does it cost anything?
Free for hosts. Guests pay a small fee + processing, while hosts receive 100% of gift amounts.
PocketWell advantage: no subscriptions.
Related: Terms
Can people donate from interstate?
Absolutely. This is one of the best benefits — friends and family can support your cause from anywhere in Australia.
PocketWell advantage: shareable links anywhere.
Related: FAQ
Create your fundraiser collection today
Want a simple, trustworthy way to run an Australia Day fundraiser? PocketWell makes it easy.
👉 Create Your Free Wishing Well in Minutes — join thousands of Australian hosts collecting online.