The Great Aussie Athlete BBQ

The Aussie Athlete Annual BBQ is a national (and global!) movement held annually each February. It's a celebration of sport, summer and mateship, all while raising vital funds for the Aussie Athlete Fund. This initiative is powered by everyday Australians, schools, clubs, businesses, and Aussies abroad.

Funds raised go to the Aussie Athlete Fund, helping cover training, travel, coaching, wellbeing, and access to sport for young athletes across the country.

🖋️ Complete your expression of interest
🟢 Complete the official registration (emailed closer to Feb), purchase your Aussie Athlete tongs and apron
✉️ Receive your BBQ hosting information kit
📅 Host your BBQ anytime in February
🔥 Post your BBQ using #GreatAussieAthleteBBQ and nominate someone to do a BBQ
🌍 Make it local or global – you choose!
💲 Donate your fundraising money to the Aussie Athlete Fund

Complete your expression of interest.

Expression of Interest

Let's get cooking! 🌭

Key Campaign Features

Sign up as a ‘Captain’ of the Great Aussie Athlete BBQ
BBQs can be held at home, in workplaces, or by expats around the globe
All donated funds are tax-deductible via the Australian Sports Foundation

Who Can Get Involved

Families, friends, and schools
MPs, Mayors, and Councils
Butchers and local businesses
Corporate offices and company teams
Aussie expats globally

Why Should a Business Host?

The Aussie Athlete Annual BBQ offers your business a unique opportunity to align with a national feel-good tradition that’s all about community, connection, and impact. By becoming a Captain of the AAF BBQ, you'll help ignite a month-long celebration of Australian sport while supporting young athletes chasing their dreams.

Demonstrate corporate social responsibility by backing emerging Aussie talent
Engage employees through team BBQs and shared fundraising goals
Gain national exposure via branded campaign materials, social media, and media coverage
Access tax-deductible giving through the Australian Sports Foundation
Foster a values-driven culture and be part of something purpose-led and proudly Australian

Activation Ideas for Your Workplace

Host a company-wide BBQ during February
Launch a fundraising challenge across departments
Offer matched donations for employee fundraising
Encourage clients and suppliers to join the movement
Use branded tongs and aprons in-store or on-site

Why Should an Individuals Host?

Hosting an Aussie Athlete BBQ is a fun, simple and powerful way to celebrate summer, connect with others, and support the dreams of young Aussie athletes. Whether it’s your backyard, your club, your office, or even overseas — this is your moment.

A feel-good way to start the year with family, friends or colleagues
Make a real impact by raising funds for the Aussie Athlete Fund
Be part of a nationwide (and global!) BBQ movement
Every donation you raise is tax-deductible
Connect with athlete ambassadors and sporting legends

Get Involved