RAA’s Grassroots Giving backs community projects across SA
11 June, 2026
RAA is giving local communities a boost, with 33 not-for-profit organisations sharing in over $155,000 worth of grants through its Grassroots Giving program.
Grants of up to $5,000 have been awarded to initiatives spanning youth development, environmental sustainability, reconciliation, innovation and support for vulnerable South Australians.
They include local wildlife rescue group Hills Wildlife Guardians for new vehicle safety equipment and lighting, and Yankalilla Football Club to help fund a new partnership with Tiwi Island footballers.
RAA General Manager Community and Corporate Affairs Emily Perry said the program continued to back organisations making a meaningful impact in the community.
“Some of the most powerful work happening in South Australia is being led by local community groups, and Grassroots Giving is about helping to bring more of this work to life,” Ms Perry said.
“We know even modest funding can make a significant difference for organisations that are already doing so much with limited resources.
“These groups are supporting vulnerable people, creating stronger communities and delivering practical solutions to local challenges every day.
“Every year we’re inspired by the passion, creativity and dedication shown by the people behind these projects.
“As South Australia’s largest membership organisation, supporting stronger and more connected communities across the state is something RAA is incredibly proud to be part of.”
The Grassroots Giving program is part of RAA’s Community Impact Fund, which invests up to $5m to grow partnerships across road safety response, advocacy and education, as well as support for causes important to RAA members and community.
Grassroots Giving recipients 2026
- No Strings Attached Theatre of Disability Inc: Supporting performers with disability to showcase their talents through a major community arts production
- Grandcarers SA: Helping young people in kinship care gain independence through funded driving lessons
- Hills Wildlife Guardians: Improving roadside safety for volunteers rescuing injured native wildlife
- Adelaide 48 Hour Film Project: Expanding opportunities for Aboriginal filmmakers
- Food on the Table: Increasing meal production for South Australians experiencing food insecurity
- Second Chances SA Incorporated: Supporting women and children experiencing domestic or family violence
- Investigator College: Growing access to robotics and STEM learning opportunities on the Fleurieu Peninsula
- Heart & Soul Group: Strengthening food services for vulnerable South Australians
- Glencoe Football Club Incorporated: Installing renewable energy infrastructure to support a regional sporting club
- Goolwa Netball Club: Creating a more sustainable community sporting hub through solar energy
- Cystic Fibrosis SA: Providing wellbeing packs for South Australians undergoing cystic fibrosis treatment
- Still Aware: Improving access to pregnancy education through multilingual sources
- Friends of Cleland: Connecting at-risk students with environmental restoration and wellbeing activities
- JIGSAW GROUP (AUS) LIMITED: Creating workplace pathways for young people with disabilities
- Bowden Brompton Community School: Creating a culturally significant yarning circle for learning and connection
- Playford International College: Removing barriers to driver education for disadvantaged students
- Little Athletics SA: Developing the next generation of young leaders through sport
- Barossa Wildlife Rescue: Supporting volunteers caring for orphaned kangaroos and native wildlife
- Tailem Bend Community Centre Incorporated: Expanding community transport options for regional residents
- Semaphore RAW – Indigenous Marathon Foundation: Promoting health, wellbeing and cultural connection through running
- South Australian Wheelchair Basketball Association: Expanding participation pathways in wheelchair basketball
- Lefevre Peninsula Primary School: Strengthening cultural identity and community through Aboriginal-led activities
- Talk Out Loud: Providing early mental health support for young people experiencing isolation and disengagement
- Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol SA Inc: Enhancing volunteer marine rescue training and emergency response capability
- South Australian Country Fire Service Cadet Championships: Supporting leadership and skills development for future firefighters
- Yankalilla Football Club: Building cultural connections through partnership with Tiwi Island footballers
- Australian Melanoma Research Foundation Ltd: Delivering free skin checks and melanoma awareness in regional communities
- Kobe Collins: Delivering a youth-led literacy, health and respectful relationships program for Aboriginal youth
- SA WOMENS AFL MASTERS TEAM: Supporting inclusive sporting opportunities for women over 35
- Robertstown War Memorial Community Centre: Improving access to food and essential supplies for older regional residents
- Southern Districts Car Club: Boosting fire preparedness and environmental protection at a regional driving facility
- Edithburgh Country Fire Service CFS: Modernising technology to improve community safety communications
- South Australian Rural Women’s Gathering: Supporting the 30th annual gathering that brings regional women together to build skills, strengthen wellbeing and create connections across South Australia
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