Supporting Indigenous Youth Through Culture & Connection
Cultural Choice Association’s Boots for Brighter Futures (BFBF) program is a vital initiative for Aboriginal youth, addressing mental health, suicide prevention, and cultural identity. We are proud to contribute $20,000 through our ClubGRANTs initiative to support this program.
Designed for Aboriginal young people aged 14-18, BFBF offers six structured sessions covering suicide awareness, self-care, resilience, Elder-led education, and art. This funding will support students in Newcastle schools, sports camps, hostels, and the community.
The program is facilitated by trained young Aboriginal leaders and has shown success in improving student behaviour, attendance, and engagement. As part of BFBF, students paint NRL players’ boots for the Indigenous Round, promoting cultural pride and awareness.
Our contribution will fund facilitators, Elders, and program materials, helping to create a brighter future for Indigenous youth.
Real Stories
Backing Hunter Women in Sport
The Wests Group has expanded its partnership with the Minerva Network, supporting more than 1,000 female athletes.
Knights Spread Christmas Cheer
Knights NRL players continued one of the Club's most cherished community traditions this week, visiting long-time partner John Hunter Children's Hospital.
Keeping Families Together
Wests Group is proud to support Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern NSW through our ClubGRANTS initiative keeping families close at John Hunter Children’s Hospital
Wests Executive Team Visits Ronald McDonald House
Using their allocated community care hours, the executive team visited Ronald McDonald House to prepare meals, share them with the community and hear the stories of the people.
Helping Women & Children Escaping Domestic Violence
Supporting 'Jenny's Place' while they create safer spaces for families escaping domestic violence through ClubGRANTS.
Supporting Lifeline
Over the years, we've proudly donated to Lifeline Hunter through our ClubGRANTs program. Last year, we contributed $35,000 to aid their local services and perpetuate their positive impact on our community.