Supporting Our Community

We're working with local sporting clubs, volunteer groups & charitable organisations to give back & grow the community of Cronulla.

From the 1st September 2023 - 31st August 2024, our club worked with a number of wonderful organisations and donated approximately $365,304.80 to the local community (through Grants, Sponsorships, Donations and In-Kind Support). Take a look at the list here.

Below are the worthy recipients of funding and support in 2024/2025.

Category 1 - Club Grants

Category 2 - ClubGRANTS

  • Cronulla RSL Softball Club

    This grant allowed the club to purchase equipment for their new junior teams and replace ageing equipment for their senior teams. This allowed new players from across Sutherland Shire, the opportunity to play and lead an active healthy lifestyle.

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  • Cronulla RSL Table Tennis Club

    Funding provides assistance to cover costs associated with venue hire and storage, for their competition held at Marton Hall, Kurnell on Mondays & Saturdays.

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Sponsorships

  • Australia Day Long Weekend

    Presented by Sutherland Shire Council, a program of events to be reflective of the Australia Day Council theme: Reflect, Respect, Celebrate.

    Commencing with a Sunset Cultural Ceremony and including major concerts, outdoor cinemas and pool parties at our Leisure Centres, it was an epic program for our community over three days.

    Cronula RSL were the major partner of the weekend.

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  • More Than A Run

    Powered by Lululemon, the initiative brought the running community across the Shire together as part of a decentralised event, with runners from around the nation running at the same time in different locations, raising funds for Movember.

    The Club provided a space to gather, and post run refreshments.

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  • Snacktember

    Throughout September, members and guests help reduce waste and feed hungry kids by dropping off your unwanted snack and pantry items to Cronulla RS (Snack Central). In total, 750kg were collected and redirected to families in the Sutherland Shire through the Community Co-Op.

    The Club also supported the Snacktember Future Leaders Program.

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  • Cronulla RSL Swimming Club

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  • Cronulla RSL Netball Club

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  • Southside Malibu

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  • Woolooware High School - High School For A Day

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  • Gymea Mountain Bike Festival

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Community Friends

These organisations join us in celebrating the spirit of community and friendship, while making Cronulla an even better place to call home. Together, we’ve created lasting memories and meaningful connections. Cronulla RSL has provided support by cash donation or in-kind support over the past year.

2SSR
Another Day
Australian Defence Force
AWWNSW
Bonnet Bay Public School
BreastScreen
Care Flight
Caringbah Public School
Cronulla Chamber of Commerce
Cronulla Girls Boardriders
Cronulla Sharks Boardriders
Cronulla Sharks Waterpolo
Cronulla South Public School P&C
Cronulla Surfing Academy
Dandelion Support Network
Darkness into Light
Hopefield
HPLM
Jackos Swim
Kareela Probus
Lilli Pilli Public School
Mango & Me
Marine Rescue Botany Port Hacking
Miranda PS
NBCF Fundraiser - Simone Johnstone

Orana
Plastic Free Cronulla
Polar Plunge
Porch Light
Push Up Challenge
Relay for Life Fundraiser
Reviva First Aid
Sandshoes Boardriders
Sharks Waterpolo Club
Snacktember
South Cronulla OOSH
Southern Cross Art Show
Southside Malibu
Special Operations Families
St George Spear Fishing Beach CleanUp
St Patricks
Stellar Experiences
Stride 4 Stroke
Sullivan Dewing - Womens Day
Surfing Sutherland Shire
Sutherland Hospital
Sutherland Shire Animal Shelter
Sutherland Shire Council
Ted Fest

Sub-Clubs

Cronulla RSL is proud to support a number of sub-clubs, that are available for our members. They provide a variety of recreational & social activities & events,, for men & women of various ages & interests. The clubs include:

Table Tennis
Chess
Indoor Bowls
Swimming Club
55 & Over Club
Motoring Enthusiasts Club
Toastmasters

Supporting Cronulla RSL Sporting Clubs

  • Cronulla RSL Football Club

    A family club, catering for boys, girls, men and women. Play with your friends and have a good time!

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  • Cronulla RSL Hockey Club

    This club pride themselves on loyalty, good sportsmanship, team spirit and above all having a good time playing the game they love!

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  • Cronulla RSL Netball Club

    Fielding teams from juniors right through to senior A’s teams. Established in 1964.

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  • Cronulla RSL Softball Club

    A family friendly club who provides social & competitive softball & teeball. Established in 1974.

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Supporting local Veterans & their families

Cronulla War Widows

Committed to providing companionship, assistance, and resources, Cronulla War Widows offers a vital network of support to those who have lost their spouses to war.

Cronulla Sub-Branch

As a leading Sub-Branch in Cronulla, they provide essential support services to veterans and their families. Our commitment to preserving the legacy of those who've served our nation is evident in our extensive range of events, educational initiatives, and community outreach programs.

Participants 2023

Trees of Hope

11 local not-for-profit organisations (below) were invited to decorate a Christmas Tree, which was displayed in the club foyer. Members, guests, staff & board voted for their favourite tree. In total, $8,000 was donated to their wonderful causes.

Cronulla Community Cafe
Dandelion Support Network Inc
Hopefield
Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation
Learning Links
Sailability Cronulla
Endeavour SKWAD
Stellar Experiences
Sutherland Shire Council Animal Shelter
Cronulla RSL Sub-Branch
Surfers Rescue 24/7

Supporting Local Students

Schools Program

Cronulla RSL has numerous avenues through which we can support local schools, in addition to monetary donations. By engaging actively with the educational community, offering mentorship, sharing resources, and fostering a culture of learning and development, we feel Cronulla RSL can play a pivotal role in enhancing the educational experience of students in the area.

Burraneer Bay Our Lady of Mercy

Burraneer Bay Public School

Cronulla High School

Cronulla Primary School

Cronulla South Public School

St Aloysious Catholic College Cronulla

De La Salle Catholic College Cronulla

Kurnell Public School

St Aloysius Catholica Primary School

St Francis De Sales Primary school

Woolooware High School

Woolooware Public School

Supporting animals impacted by war

$29,000
AWAMO & Manic

The Australian War Animal Memorial Organisation (AWAMO) holds a special significance at Cronulla RSL, as it actively supports and honors the legacy of military war dogs. These courageous animals, often overlooked heroes of war, played pivotal roles in safeguarding soldiers and detecting dangers on the battlefield. At Cronulla RSL, the partnership with AWAMO underscores the commitment to commemorating these loyal companions and their invaluable service to the nation. Through fundraising events, War Animal Day and advocacy efforts, Cronulla RSL ensures that the sacrifices of these four-legged warriors are recognised and respected.

The Club is also committed to supporting local military war dog Manic.

2023 ClubGRANT Recipients

From the 1st January to 31st December 2023, Cronulla RSL worked with a number of wonderful organisations and donated approximately $240,000  to the local community.

$112,042.50 were made available to local organisations through the ClubGRANTS program (excluding $45,000 in-kind supporting the Cronulla RSL bowling green)

$128,000 sponsorships, cash donations and in-kind support

In addition, the Club also continued to remain dedicated to the recognition of remembrance days, whilst also identifying and creating more relevant ways to provide support.

Looking for support?

Since our inception, community has been at the very core of everything Cronulla RSL has undertaken. With a deep-rooted commitment to serving and supporting the local community, our club consistently strives to make a positive and lasting impact.

For more information on any of the ways that we support our community, click the button below!