Your support strengthens the club
The Sydney Stingers are a volunteer-run, community-based water polo club. For 25 years, support from our community has helped us keep the club inclusive, accessible, and sustainable for LGBTQIA+ players and allies in Sydney.
Donations help strengthen the club and support the programs, people, and infrastructure that make participation possible.
Where your support goes
Your donation supports a range of club needs, including:
reducing barriers to entry and participation
training, equipment, and facility costs
volunteer-led programs, events, and development
the ongoing operation and sustainability of the club
Funds may be used where they are most needed at the time, allowing the club to respond to priorities as they arise.
Donor recognition
To acknowledge the generosity of our donors, we offer small thank-you gifts at the following levels:
| Recognition Items | Platinum$5,000+ | Gold$2,000+ | Silver$800+ | Bronze$600+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stingers Singlet | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stingers Drink Bottle | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Stingers Towel | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Stingers Robe | ✓ | — | — | — |
Recognition items are non-material tokens of appreciation, subject to availability. Contributions of any amount are welcome and make a real difference.
Tax deductibility
Donations to the Sydney Stingers are tax-deductible through our partnership with the Australian Sports Foundation. You'll receive a receipt for tax purposes after your donation is processed.
*This page does not constitute tax or legal advice. Please seek independent advice if needed.
If you'd like to learn more about the difference the club makes, you can read about our community impact.