Partnerships
Workplace Giving
The importance of Volunteers
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Partnerships
BSV understands that it cannot achieve what it wants for our clients without the support of government , business and the community . While we appreciate State and Federal government funding , all of this – and more – must be spent on prescribed target groups in particular ways .
A key goal of our Strategic Plan is to increase our independent income . To do this , we rely on our individual supporters , groups , philanthropic trusts and foundations and business .
The RACV partnership continues to provide fantastic support for our programs , with this year ’ s community partner funds directed towards a safe driving program for young people in BSV ’ s care . In addition , RACV has provided : - driving lessons for young people across all regions ; ticket donations to attractions for children and families ; first aid kits for our residential units ; promotion of our Christmas Appeal through RACV retail stores , as well as encouraging staff and customers to donate toys . RACV staff have been enthusiastic volunteers in the BSV Football Cup , Berry Merry Christmas gift packing , and ELF Reading Day .
We celebrated the 21st year of the annual BSV Football Cup on 14 July 2006 , with Melbourne victorious over Richmond . Russell Robertson was awarded the BSV “ Courage ” medal .
In a unique partnership between Melbourne Football Club and Netball Victoria , senior players ran a weekly special physical education program for a group of 10 to 12 year olds . The excitement of the kids as they learned new skills was infectious .
Workplace Giving
Workplace Giving is a most cost effective way for BSV to increase our independent income . Some of the projects supported were our : - Wilderness Program ; Youth Empowerment Project ; Family & Domestic Violence Emergency Relief ; and our Kids Kitchen cooking classes .
We value greatly our Workplace Giving Partners – Australian Communications Media Authority ( ACMA ), Allens Arthur Robinson , The Australian Ballet , ANZ , Ernst & Young , Freehills , Goldman Sachs JBWere and Shell .
The importance of Volunteers
Recognising the value which comes from more people understanding our work and the needs of our children , young people and families , BSV uses its own income to employ a volunteer co-ordinator . This means that we can ensure that volunteers get the most out of their contact with BSV .