<div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="894c48fc-3444-4b21-9c49-cfbfa71af411"><br /></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="e1cf0885-ceb8-4400-b85d-0a0ded544f84"><p>At BlueFit, we are about more than providing places for people to swim and exercise; we are an active part of the communities we serve. Through Get Fit Give Back 2026, BlueFit donated $100 to a nominated registered Community Partner for each eligible promotional membership purchased.<br /></p><p>We are thrilled to announce that this year's campaign contributed $346,700 to schools, sporting clubs, charities and community organisations.<br /></p><p>Even more exciting, this year marks a massive milestone for our community. Now in its fourth year, Get Fit Give Back has officially crossed the $1.1 million mark in total donations, providing direct financial support to 488 local organisations.<br /></p><p>BlueFit Foundation Coordinator, Karyn, highlighted what this milestone means for the local community:<br /></p><blockquote><p>'Reaching more than $1.1 million is an incredible milestone, but what matters most is the impact behind that number. Whether it's helping schools provide new opportunities for students, supporting charities to deliver vital programs, or helping sports clubs improve facilities and increase participation, every organisation has its own story.'</p></blockquote></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="2684c24a-5332-407f-8aa2-50531ec0735f"><h5>Where Your Impact is Being Made</h5></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="1a5a8e07-025a-43fc-9178-74a9105dab3b"><p>The Windy Hill Fitness Centre community helped contribute $49,400 through Get Fit Give Back 2026. Here’s where your support made a difference:</p><ul><li><p>Health and wellbeing: $3,000 to Royal Flying Doctor Service Victoria, $2,700 to St John Ambulance Victoria and $1,400 to Cystic Fibrosis Australia, alongside Vision Australia and Muscular Dystrophy Australia.</p></li><li><p>Children and families: $6,800 to Make-A-Wish Australia, $1,600 to Camp Quality and contributions to Caroline Chisholm Society, Big Group Hug and Youth Projects.</p></li><li><p>Animal welfare: $2,700 to Second Chance Animal Rescue, $800 to Rescue Cats of Melbourne and $500 to Project Underdog Rescue.</p></li><li><p>Local education, sport and community groups: support included St Bernard’s College Foundation, Brentwood Kindergarten, Strathmore Football Club, 2nd Strathmore Scout Group and VICSES Essendon.</p></li><li><p>Broader causes: $1,500 to Médecins Sans Frontières Australia and $6,300 to BlueFit Foundation.</p></li></ul></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="07e0eee5-acd8-4469-934c-faaa4c08b661"><br /></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="d377eb63-fd25-46b4-8d77-82eec845f69b"><h5>Thank You to Our BlueFit Community</h5></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="b78bcd1a-a424-46a9-89d0-4a3ce038d9b6"><p>Reaching this $1.1 million milestone is a true team effort, and it wouldn't be possible without you (our members, patrons, and facility teams).<br /></p><p>BlueFit Foundation Coordinator, Karyn, shares her gratitude for the community's support:<br /></p><blockquote><p>'A huge thank you to our members and patrons for being part of something so meaningful. By supporting Get Fit Give Back, you've helped local clubs, schools, and charities continue their important work. It's wonderful to see how something as simple as being part of a BlueFit facility can have such a positive impact on others.'</p></blockquote></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="9e4ca8e5-02b4-4706-a1ca-db877130ecc5"><br /></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="082ec4a4-85d2-4c0b-90fd-718432bcae75"><h5>Looking to the Future</h5></div> <div class="block-wrapper" data-block-id="4623fc3c-d701-41d9-8bec-e67023cd2ebf"><p>As we look ahead, the Foundation is ready to keep the momentum going into 2027 and beyond.<br /></p><blockquote><p>'I'm incredibly excited about the future. Reaching more than $1.1 million cumulatively gives us a strong platform to build on. We want to continue growing our partnerships, supporting more organisations, and helping individuals and families overcome barriers to participation. There's so much more we can achieve together!'</p></blockquote><p><br></p><p>Thank you for helping us make a real difference in the places we call home. Here's to continuing to get fit, stay active, and give back together!</p></div>