Community Support

Green Pedal Cycles is committed to making a positive impact within our local community and beyond.  We believe in supporting organisations and initiatives that focus on promoting inclusivity, mental health and education.  Our Community Support Policy outlines our commitment to providing assistance and resources to organisations that align with our values.

Our Priority Areas for Support

Selection Criteria for Community Support

  1. Disability Support: We prioritize organisations that provide support and resources to people with disability, particularly those organisations with a focus on community inclusion.
  2. Health and Wellbeing Support: We seek to assist organisations that address health and wellbeing including those that raise awareness and provide support to individuals impacted by mental health challenges.
  3. Education: We support initiatives that improve educational opportunities for young people. Areas of interest for Green Pedal include Tourism, Community Services and Business.
Supporting the community

Types of Support Provided:

  1. Financial Assistance: We may offer financial contributions to eligible organisations, assisting them in their activities, programs, and projects. Eg. School Award sponsorship for Tourism Student
  2. In-Kind Support: We can provide in-kind support, such as vouchers for Green Pedal experiences, equipment, ex hire bicycles, or accessories, depending on the specific needs and objectives of the supported organisation.
  3. Promotional Assistance: We can help raise awareness for supported organisations by promoting their events, initiatives, or fundraising campaigns through our marketing channels, including our website, social media platforms, and newsletters.

Application Process:

  1. Interested organizations are required to submit a formal request, detailing their mission, objectives, and how they align with our preferred focus areas.
  2. Applications should include specific details about the resources or assistance required and the intended impact of the support.
  3. The application should also include any other supporting materials.

 

Review and Selection Process:

  1. Green Pedal Cycles will review all applications received and assess their alignment with our selection criteria and focus areas.
  2. We may request additional information or schedule meetings with the applicants to gain a better understanding of their organization and its impact.
  3. Final decisions will be made based on the alignment of the organisation’s objectives with our preferred areas of support, available resources, and the potential impact of the support provided.

Ongoing Partnership:

  1. Once an organization is selected, we aim to establish an ongoing partnership, providing continued support, where possible and feasible.
  2. We may review the supported organization’s progress periodically and explore opportunities for collaboration or additional support.

Transparency and Accountability:

  1. Green Pedal Cycles is committed to transparency and accountability in its community support efforts.
  2. We maintain records of supported organisations, the nature of support provided, and the impact achieved.
  3. We may periodically communicate updates to our customers, stakeholders, and the community about the organisations we support and the collective impact of our partnerships.

Green Pedal Cycles believes that supporting our community is an essential part of our business philosophy. We strive to create meaningful partnerships that empower individuals, promote inclusivity, and contribute to the overall well-being and education of our community members. By doing so, we aim to make a positive and lasting impact on Echuca Moama and the individuals within it.

Organisations receiving support in 2022 and 2023