View success projects from the Impact Fund below
YMCA SA Allied Health Clinical Pilates program
The Clinical Pilates program will introduce a therapist-led Pilates service at selected YMCA recreation centres. It addresses a gap for people with injuries, chronic conditions, mobility limitations, or those returning to exercise after illness or surgery who are not suited to general fitness classes. Delivered by trained allied health clinicians, the program provides safe, individualised, evidence-based exercise in community settings, improving access to inclusive movement, strengthening referral pathways, and supporting better health outcomes, confidence, and ongoing participation in physical activity.
Fund: Seed Fund
Recipient: Allied Health Team
Victor Harbor High School x Fleurieu Aquatic Centre Swimming Program
This program delivers a five-week swimming and water safety program for Year 7 and 8 students aged 12 to 14. It responds to increased drowning risk among adolescents by building essential swimming and survival skills aligned to Royal Life Saving benchmarks. Delivered during school time at Fleurieu Aquatic Centre, the program removes barriers such as cost and transport, improves confidence and safety around water, and equips young people with lifelong skills for safe participation in aquatic environments.
Fund: Seed Fund
Recipient: Georgia Warner and Fleurieu Aquatic Centre
African Cup of Nations sponsorship
This sponsorship supports one of South Australia’s largest community football and cultural events, bringing together 23 African nation teams and more than 10,000 spectators. Delivered by the African Communities Council of South Australia, the tournament promotes social inclusion, cultural pride, and youth empowerment through sport. The event creates positive pathways for young people, strengthens community connection, and celebrates cultural diversity in a welcoming, family-friendly environment, contributing to community wellbeing and participation across South Australia.
Fund: Community Chest
Recipient: African Communities Council of South Australia
The Parks to launch Multiball
MultiBall is an innovative and inclusive system designed to engage a wide range of community groups. Its versatility opens opportunities for exploration and innovation—whether by creating new programs or enhancing existing one, ensuring offerings remain relevant and appealing to the community.
As a multipurpose, state-of-the-art technology that promotes physical activity, MultiBall has the potential to attract previously underrepresented groups to The Parks during weekdays. This creates a dual benefit: delivering a positive community impact while also activating what is typically a quiet, underutilised daytime space. Because it is technology-driven, the system is highly adaptable, with ongoing updates to its interactive games. This dynamic nature is key to maintaining long-term relevance in an ever-evolving community landscape.
Fund: Seed Fund
Recipient: Angela Mudri and The Parks
Supporting Matilda to the Australian Gymnastics Championships
Gymnast and coach at YMCA Gymnastics O'Sullivan Beach, Matilda Gourlay, received funding from the Impact Fund to support her debut at the Australian Gymnastics Championships on the Gold Coast in July 2025. Matilda received funding for travel, accommodation, and additional coaching sessions, allowing her to focus fully on competition preparedness
Fund: Community Chest
Recipient: Matilda Gourlay