Bigger than the game

West Coast Eagles Million Meal Challenge 

The West Coast Eagles Million Meal Challenge which took place on Saturday, 3 May at Optus Stadium where the Eagles played against the Melbourne Demons. The Round 8 game aimed to raise $100,000 which would see the campaign reach its goal of providing a million meals to those who need it the most. 

This year, we were very lucky to partner with The McCusker Charitable Foundation to help us reach our ambitious goal of One Million Meals.  

In an extraordinary act of generosity, The McCusker Charitable Foundation announced that they would be doubling all donations made to this year’s campaign. This meant that for every dollar donated, The McCusker Charitable Foundation would contribute an additional two dollars. For example, a $100 donation would become a total of $300. 

With the incredible support of the West Coast Eagles and the McCusker Charitable Foundation, an incredible $114,145 was raised which equates to more than an eye popping 228,000 meals, helping us to reach our goal of providing a million meals to Western Australians struggling to make ends meet. 

Thank you West Coast Eagles and The McCusker Charitable Foundation for helping to raise awareness about food insecurity and to bring us over the million-dollar mark to help fight hunger in Western Australia. od insecurity and to bring us over the million-dollar mark to help fight hunger in Western Australia.  We had just over 70 volunteers who collectively put in a huge 186 hours to bring this event to life. Thank you to everyone involved. 

Peel Thunder Charity Game Day 

The Footy fans were called upon to tackle food insecurity in the Peel Region by supporting the 2025 Peel Thunder Charity Game Day on Saturday 10 May 2025, that raised vital funds and food donations for Foodbank Peel. 

For the second year, Alcoa matched fan donations dollar for dollar – doubling the community’s impact and providing essential groceries to individuals and families struggling with the rising cost of living. 

With Alcoa’s support, an incredible $25,500 was raised which equates to 51,000 meals. These funds will go directly to the Peel branch to provide more food and groceries to those who struggle to afford them. 

Thank you Alcoa, this critical source of funds means we can provide food relief in a way that is dignified and easily accessible. 

Thank you also to our 24 volunteers and staff who helped to make this event possible. 

More sporting Madness in May 

Tour of Albany, a new event on our fundraising calendar is taking place on Saturday, 24 May. We were delighted to be named as the recipients of funds raised at this year’s event which hopes raise awareness for Foodbank WA in the Albany region, aiming to raise the profile of our regional branch and raising vital funds. 

The event offers three cycling distances to suit various fitness level, the Piccolo which is approximately 40km, the Medio which is a more intense 88km and the big one – the Gran which is not for the faint-hearted at approximately 140km (distances are subject to final approval). 

All rides start at Emu Point with each route traversing the outer fringes of Albany and return along Frenchman’s Bay Road. The Gran route includes Lower Denmark Road towards Anvil Beach. 

You can help make a difference by participating and raising vital funds or donating to those taking part in this amazing community event. 

The very next day we have the HBF Run for Reason, the fun and meaningful event which is being held on 25 May. You can participate by either running, walking, jogging, or wheeling. All fitness levels and abilities welcome. You can join as an individual, with friends, or as a corporate team to support those in need by raising vital funds to support individuals in the community facing hardship. 

You can contribute to positive change by participating in this very popular event, register to participate and fundraise today or you can fundraise or donate today to help feed those struggling to make ends meet. 

Thank you to everyone who has made these events possible. Together, we are making a real, lasting change in our community.