Gallagher Security sets new record on the green at annual Charity Golf Day

Australia - In what is fast becoming a calendar highlight, members of the Gallagher Security Australia team, together with their Channel Partners, End Users, Technology Partners, and Consultants took to the green on Thursday for their third annual Charity Golf Day event, raising money for child protection organisation, Bravehearts.

More than 130 people turned out to The Palms Golf Course at Sanctuary Cove in Queensland for an action-packed 18 holes, and their efforts were rewarded, with this year’s event raising AUD $57,000 to support Bravehearts, as they continue their vital work dedicated to the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse, a crime experienced by one in four Australians.

Together with their sponsors, ADT Security, Assa Abloy, B&R Enclosures, Convergint, Hexagon, Optic Security, PMT, Salto, Securcom, Seme Solutions, and Traka, along with Print Partner, CV Services Group, Gallagher raised the bar on previous years, with Thursday’s event recording the highest donation tally to date and the largest pool of players.

Gallagher Security Executive Vice President for Asia Pacific (APAC) and India, Middle East, and Africa (IMEA), Craig Schutte says, “We are thrilled with the success of this year’s event and are grateful for the continued support of our sponsors and all those who took part last week. Coming together to positively impact and support the critically important work of Bravehearts is something we remain firmly committed to, and I’d like to thank everyone who took part for their support and participation at this year’s event.”

He adds, “As a company, people are the cornerstone of everything we do, and we are committed to continuing our longstanding support of Bravehearts and together unlocking more opportunities to improve the lives of Australian children impacted by sexual abuse.”

Bravehearts CEO, Alison Geale says, "Bravehearts is deeply appreciative of the ongoing support from the Gallagher Security Australia team, whose contributions continue to play a vital role in sustaining our services.

“Their commitment, particularly through their annual Charity Golf Day, helps address funding gaps, ensuring the continued delivery of our support, and the expansion of our work in Australian schools and early learning centres.

“We are grateful for Gallagher and the wider security industry’s support. It is instrumental in advancing our mission to provide a coordinated approach to the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse."

Bravehearts National Partnerships Manager, Kylie Hewitt, was delighted to note that Gallagher’s 2025 Charity Golf Day marked the largest fundraising event held by one of Bravehearts’ partners since it was established over 25 years ago.

“$57,000 goes an extremely long way at Bravehearts. It can fund 380 specialist trauma informed counselling sessions for children affected by sexual abuse. It can also help Bravehearts educate over 4,750 children about personal safety, which could change the trajectory of children’s lives,” says Kylie.

Gallagher Security, National Events Manager, Nicola Johnson, was pleased to host the event after it was unfortunately postponed earlier this year due to inclement weather.

“Our Charity Golf Day is an annual highlight, and one the team proudly gets behind. Since its inception in 2023, we’ve seen support for the event increase year-on-year, and we simply could not do it without our sponsors. This year we’re proud to introduce our Platinum Sponsor, Securcom, whose support of Bravehearts has been integral over the years,” says Nicola.

“Alongside this, several community-minded Queensland businesses stepped forward with donations for a highly sought after raffle to boost the amount we could fundraise for Bravehearts. Worth over $7,000, our thanks go to Balter Brewing, Burleigh Brewing Co, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Drummond Golf Biggera Waters, Gemelli Broadbeach, Holy Ship, Johnson Controls, Kendor Distillery, Porsche Centre Gold Coast, Ray White Shore Group, Sanctuary Cove Golf and Country Club, Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach, Stratus and Vela Estate for their generous support.”

As a not-for-profit organisation operating for more than 25 years, Bravehearts relies on the support and fundraising initiatives of companies and individuals to enable them to continue the work they do in the community.

Gallagher’s local Channel Partners were encouraged to bring along their customers to support the cause and benefit from the opportunity to network with likeminded businesses and industry suppliers.

In addition to Gallagher’s Charity Golf Day event, Gallagher’s ongoing relationship with Bravehearts, which began in 2022, includes supporting the annual Bravehearts Ball, Bravehearts’ own golf day, and the ongoing support and maintenance of the Gallagher security system donated and installed at Bravehearts HQ in 2022, in conjunction with Gallagher Security Certified Channel Partner and Platinum Sponsor of this year’s golf day, Securcom.