The Lott in the community

 

When you purchase a ticket for your favourite lottery games with The Lott, you’ve done more than play for the chance to win a jackpot prize. You’ve contributed to supporting your local community.

For over 100 years Australian lottery proceeds have funded important community services and infrastructure, including children's hospitals, iconic landmarks, and disaster recovery aid. It's a legacy we're proud to continue with lasting sponsorships, charitable donations, and state lottery taxes. Today, every ticket helps fund essential projects that contribute to a brighter future for all Australians.

Along with our partners and network of local businesses, you play a vital role in fostering meaningful change. Together, we can continue to build a stronger, more vibrant community for everyone. And that's a Lott more to play for. 

 

  

Our community pillars

Here at The Lott, we’re proud to support some amazing community partners working to make Australia a safer, healthier and better place.


 

Health

For more than a century, we’ve supported important health initiatives, like funding the construction of new hospitals and helping to deliver vital medical equipment. We are proud to continue this tradition today and into the future.



 

Research

From ground-breaking treatments to addressing climate change, we support several research programs dedicated to tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges.



 

Education

We fund several important education initiatives designed to help young Australians, such as those dedicated to keeping kids safe and increasing education in remote communities.



 

Environment and natural disasters

From disaster relief operations to preserving Australian wildlife, we’re committed to working with organisations devoted to looking after our environment.



 

Arts and culture

We’re honoured to invest in several initiatives that promote, develop and sustain Australia’s arts and cultural heritage.


    
  

Your impact

Every day when you play at The Lott, you’re contributing to important community initiatives, like world-leading research and programs dedicated to increasing community safety and education. Your support means we can create hope, resilience, and connection across the country.

In FY24, Aussie players made it possible for $5 million in funds to go directly to our community and charity partners. 

 

   

 

We’re proud to be supporting these organisations in 2024:

 

  

Children's Hospital Foundation

The Children's Hospital Foundation funds cutting-edge equipment, vital research and on-the-ground support for sick kids throughout Queensland and northern New South Wales.

We have been a proud partner with the Children's Hospital Foundation for a decade.

Learn more about our latest contribution to the Children’s Hospital Foundation.

 

  

The Mater Foundation

The Mater Foundation conducts research for the smallest members of our community and their families. Since 1921, Golden Casket directed funds to children's health. More than a century later we're continuing to back Mater's transformative research for infants and newborns.

Learn more about our latest contribution to The Mater Foundation.

 

  

Daniel Morcombe Foundation

The Lott is proud to support the Daniel Morcombe Foundation's mission to keep kids safe.

Since 2019, our donations have helped the Foundation progress vital work in Australian child safety education. This includes expanding school-based programs, hosting free child safety events, and supporting victims of crime and families of missing persons.

Learn more about our latest contribution to the Daniel Morcombe Foundation.

  

 

Sydney Opera House

In 1957 Australians queued to purchase the first tickets into the Opera House Lottery with funds raised going to the construction of the now iconic landmark. In 2023, we rekindled our connection with the Sydney Opera House to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Now as a major partner, we're helping to create new ways for everyone in the community to experience the magic of the Sydney Opera House.

Learn more about our latest contribution to the Sydney Opera House.

  

 

Starlight Children's Foundation

All kids deserve a happy childhood, including ones facing serious illness. Starlight is on a mission to positively change the healthcare experience through play, social connection and creativity.

We’ve proudly championed Starlight Children’s Foundation for over 15 years. Our involvement includes funds for Starlight Wishes, the Healthier Futures Initiative, assisting with fundraisers, and volunteering.

Learn more about our latest contributions to Starlight and the Healthier Futures initiative.

 

 

  

 

The University of Queensland

The University of Queensland is tackling some of our generation's most pressing health and environmental challenges. Since 2020 we've been proud to contribute funds to their research programs. These include harnessing spider venom for pain relief and investigating seagrass as a solution for global warming.

Learn more about our latest contribution to UQ.

 

 

  

 

Greening Australia

We recognise our responsibility to promote positive and sustainable change in our communities, environment, and products. We understand the importance of safeguarding biodiversity and restoring degraded ecosystems to cultivate healthy, productive landscapes.

This commitment led us to partner with Greening Australia in 2024. Our donation supports their national restoration programs, significantly impacting Australian landscapes, biodiversity, and climate resilience.

Learn more about our latest contribution to the Greening Australia.

  

 

Finke Desert Race

For over 20 years, we’ve proudly held the naming rights to the Tatts Finke Desert Race—Australia’s ultimate desert race and one of the biggest sporting events in the Northern Territory.

This exciting event unites hundreds of off-road racers and thousands of sports enthusiasts from around the world, generating millions of dollars for the Alice Springs economy.

Learn more about our latest contribution to the Tatts Finke Desert Race.

  

 

Stars Foundation

Since 2019, we’ve been committed to championing the Stars Foundation’s mission to enhance health, education, and employment outcomes for First Nations girls and young women.

Our annual donation enables the organisation to offer holistic mentoring programs that empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls and young women to define their goals and achieve their full potential.

Learn more about our latest contribution to the Stars Foundation

  

 

LIVIN

LIVIN is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to breaking the silence around mental health and sparking national conversations by encouraging all Australians to speak up.

Recognising that one in five people experience mental health challenges each year, we’ve been honoured to support their work since 2024.

Learn more about our latest contribution to LIVIN.

  

 

WIRES

Our journey with WIRES began in 2020 during the Saturday Lotto Bushfire Benefit Draw. All proceeds were donated to charities aiding communities impacted by the Black Summer bushfires.

Since then, we’ve continued our support with a focus on koala rescue and rehabilitation. Koalas are endangered in Queensland, New South Wales, and the ACT, and we're committed to advancing WIRES’ mission of protecting Australia’s unique wildlife. 

Learn more about our latest contribution to WIRES.

  

 

My Room Children's Cancer Charity

My Room is a Victorian volunteer-run organisation dedicated to finding a 100% cure for childhood cancers.

Since 2019, we’ve made annual donations to the organisation to help fund support for families, medical equipment, clinical care, research, and trials.

Learn more about our latest contribution to My Room.

  

 

Childhood Cancer Association

Since 2019, our donations to the Childhood Cancer Association have enabled them to provide essential hands-on support to children with cancer and their families.

We’re honoured to help them offer tailored care, including professional counselling, accommodation, educational support, and ongoing services through bereavement and survivorship.

Learn more about our latest contribution to the Childhood Cancer Association.

  

 

Brisbane City Hall Lights

For over a decade, we’ve proudly backed the Brisbane City Hall Lights, a beloved Christmas event that attracts tens of thousands of visitors to Brisbane each year.

Christmas brings families together, and it’s a wonderful feeling to be part of an event that unites people during this joyous time of year.

Learn more about our latest contribution to City Hall Lights.

  

 

Orange Sky

Orange Sky Australia connects people through free laundry and shower services and impactful conversation. Our support has helped Orange Sky expand its services and foster positive connections in the Northern Territory.

Learn more about our latest contribution to Orange Sky.

  

 

DV Phone Safe

DV Safe Phone is dedicated to supporting individuals affected by domestic violence.

Our contributions have helped the charity repurpose old phones, providing Australian domestic violence victims with essential technology that can change their lives while reducing e-waste in landfills.

Learn more about our latest contribution to DV Safe Phone.

  

 

Kindness Factory

The Kindness Factory is dedicated to making the world a better place, and we have been proud to support its important mission since 2021.

Our yearly donations help fund the creation of innovative lessons and resources for the Kindness Curriculum. This program is implemented in more than 3,500 schools across Australia, the USA, and the UK, promoting emotional well-being and fostering positive mental health strategies among students. 

Learn more about our latest contribution to Kindness Factory.

  

 

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