Workplace Giving
Support Indigenous education every pay cycle
Workplace giving is a simple, tax-effective way to make a real difference. Through small, regular donations from your pre-tax pay, you and your colleagues can help Yalari provide secondary scholarships and ongoing support for Indigenous children from regional and remote communities.
Since 2005, Yalari has supported 630+ alumni through scholarships at 20 boarding schools across Australia. Your workplace can be part of what comes next.
What Is Workplace Giving?
Workplace giving is a simple way for employees to make regular, pre-tax donations to a registered charity directly from their pay. Many employers also choose to match their team’s contributions, doubling the impact.
Every donation through Yalari’s workplace giving program helps fund Indigenous scholarships and ongoing support for students from regional and remote communities. Because the donation is made before tax, your contribution costs less than you might expect, and there’s no need to keep receipts or wait until tax time to claim a deduction.
With workplace giving, your support is automatic, tax-effective, and sustainable, helping Yalari plan ahead and continue supporting 260 students currently at 20 boarding schools across Australia.
How Workplace Giving Works
Workplace giving is designed to make generosity effortless. Once it’s set up, your donation is automatically deducted from your pre-tax pay and sent straight to your chosen charity.
For employees, it’s one of the simplest and most tax-effective ways to give. You choose a small, regular amount that feels right for you. Because it’s pre-tax, your contribution costs less than an equivalent after-tax donation, and there’s no paperwork at tax time.
For employers, workplace giving is an easy way to build connection, pride, and purpose among staff. Many businesses choose to match employee donations, instantly doubling the collective impact. Whether you’re a small team or a large organisation, every contribution helps create lasting educational outcomes.
Simple Steps to Get Started
1. Nominate Yalari as your chosen charity.
Employees can ask their payroll or HR department if their organisation already has a workplace giving program in place. If it does, simply nominate Yalari (ABN: 66 113 794 148) as your preferred charity.
If your workplace doesn’t have a program yet, it’s straightforward to set one up, and we can help.
2. Set up your regular donation.
Decide on a small, ongoing amount to contribute each pay cycle. Your payroll team will arrange for it to be automatically deducted before tax and transferred directly to Yalari.
Employers can also contact us to discuss integration with platforms like Good2Give, Benevity, or Givar.
3. Watch your impact grow.
Every dollar supports real outcomes. Your regular contributions help fund scholarships, provide essential resources, and deliver ongoing student mentoring for Indigenous students from regional and remote communities.
Why Workplace Giving Matters
When teams work together, small contributions create significant, measurable change. Each pay cycle helps fund scholarships, mentoring, and resources that open doors for students and strengthen communities. Today, a second generation of Yalari students is now in the program, which is the kind of lasting impact consistent giving creates.
For businesses, workplace giving is a concrete action that supports your Reconciliation Action Plan and ESG commitments. It’s trackable, reportable, and signals genuine commitment to reconciliation not just in policy, but in practice.
It’s a chance to make a lasting difference easily and consistently. Every pay cycle, your contribution supports students to complete their education and pursue their goals.
Join Yalari’s Workplace Giving Program
Joining Yalari’s workplace giving program is simple. Whether you’re an individual employee wanting to give through your pay, or a business looking to create a culture of generosity.
For Employees
- Check if your workplace already has a workplace giving program.
- Nominate Yalari (ABN: 66 113 794 148) as your chosen charity.
- Choose your contribution amount. Every amount makes a difference.
- Your donation will be automatically deducted from your pre-tax pay.
For Employers
- Add Yalari to your workplace giving platform or payroll system (such as Good2Give, Benevity, or Givar).
- Let your team know they can support Indigenous education through Yalari.
- Consider matching staff donations to double your workplace’s impact.
- Get in touch to discuss partnership opportunities or recognition
Every contribution helps Indigenous children from regional and remote communities access quality education, confidence, and opportunity.
Yalari Workplace Giving in Action
Behind every Yalari scholarship is a workplace that chose to give, and a student who took that opportunity and made it their own.
These stories show the lasting impact of workplace giving: education, connection, and futures that reach far beyond the classroom.
Paul & Judy’s Lasting Legacy
Driven by their belief that education creates opportunity, Paul and Judy Williams founded the Woomera Education Scholarship Trust to give Indigenous students a chance to thrive. Their partnership with Yalari helped transform unused scholarship places into real opportunities for students from regional communities, proving that one connection can open doors for generations.
Marnie’s Journey of Giving Back
When Marnie Jones received her Yalari scholarship, she saw it as a chance to dream beyond her small hometown in Lightning Ridge. That opportunity led her to become a paediatric occupational therapist, a PhD candidate, and a mentor for the next generation. One scholarship. A lifetime of giving back.
Julia’s Path to Global Leadership
A Yalari scholarship set Julia Malamoo on a path that took her from St Hilda’s School to representing Australia on the world stage. Now a First Secretary at the Australian Embassy in Thailand, Julia credits her Yalari education with giving her the confidence and cultural grounding to pursue her dreams and lead with purpose.
Your Workplace. Their Future.
Every Yalari scholarship begins with the belief that education creates opportunity. Through workplace giving, your team can be part of that story.
By giving together, your workplace helps Indigenous students from regional and remote communities access quality education, mentorship, and the confidence to pursue their goals.Â
It’s simple to start and lasts in its effect.Â
Frequently Asked Questions
What is workplace giving?
Workplace giving is a simple, tax-effective way for employees to donate a small portion of their pre-tax pay directly to a registered charity like Yalari.Â
It’s automatically processed through payroll, meaning no extra paperwork and immediate tax benefits. Many employers also match donations, doubling the impact.
Who can join Yalari’s workplace giving program?
Anyone can participate. Employees can give directly through payroll deductions, and businesses can include Yalari in their workplace giving platform or payroll system.
Do I need to donate a large amount to make a difference?
Not at all. Even a few dollars each pay cycle adds up to create lasting change. Consistent, collective giving helps Yalari provide scholarships and educational support for Indigenous students.
How do I start giving through my workplace?
Ask your payroll or HR team if your organisation already has a workplace giving program. If it does, simply nominate Yalari (ABN: 66 113 794 148) as your chosen charity. If not, you can encourage your workplace to start one. It’s quick and easy to set up!
Are workplace donations tax-deductible?
Yes. Donations are made pre-tax, so you receive the benefit immediately with each pay. There’s no need to keep receipts or wait until tax time for a deduction.
How are donations used?
Every contribution supports Yalari’s educational programs, including scholarships, mentoring, and pathways that help Indigenous students from regional and remote communities achieve their goals.
