Community fundraising

Over 90% of our funding comes from community support

We rely on the support of people like you to provide our vital services to Queenslanders, including our incredible Guide Dogs. With your help, we can ensure more people with low or no vision are able to lead independent and meaningful lives. Join us to make a difference.

How to get involved with fundraising

The easiest way to support Guide Dogs Queensland through fundraising is to get involved with an event, host your very own event or make a donation through one that we’re hosting.

Support an event

Take part in an event

Support Guide Dogs at an event by putting your paws up to take part!

Sponsor a friend or team

Donate to a team, friend or individual who is paw-ticipating in an event.

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Host your own event

So you want to hold a fundraising event on behalf of Guide Dogs? That’s fur-tastic! Register your event with us so we can lend you a helping paw and recognise your efforts.

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Dining in the Dark

Would you dare to dine, blindfolded?

Enjoy delicious food, fabulous entertainment and the opportunity to bid on some unique and priceless auction items at a Dining in the Dark gala event! Individual seats and corporate tables are available. Contact us to find out when the next event is coming up near you!

Become a Youth Ambassador

The Youth Ambassador program enables school aged children (6 to 17 years old) to lend a helping paw and make a real difference in their community.

Upcoming events

Be a part of an event that matters. Stay tuned for the exciting events you can be part of with Guide Dogs in 2019!

It costs quite a lot of money to raise and train Guide Dogs, so I try to donate my time when I can to help collect as many funds as I can. Every small part helps to make a difference to this wonderful cause.

Lis,

Volunteer

Guidelines

As the organiser of an event there are a few things you can do to ensure it is a paw-some success, but we are also here to help! The following guidelines are a good starting point for your event:

Registering your event

Your fundraising activity should only proceed once you have submitted a Fundraising Registration Form and received approval from Guide Dogs Queensland, along with a Letter of Authority.

Logo usage

A Guide Dogs suppawter logo is available to help you promote your event. If you choose to use this logo on any promotional material, you will need to follow our usage guidelines and seek approval prior to uploading or printing it.

Safety

You will be responsible for ensuring the safety of the event, including organising appropriate public liability insurance and providing first aid services if required.

Money matters

Until your fundraising is completed, you need to make sure all funds are kept in a secure place and full records of income and expenses are made. All funds must be banked with Guide Dogs Queensland within 14 days of the event taking place.