2026 People First Community Lottery opens to support hundreds of local groups

13 July 2026

The 2026 People First Community Lottery is now open, giving sporting clubs, schools, charities, volunteer organisations and other not-for-profit groups across Australia a simple way to raise funds.

Every $2 ticket sold on behalf of a participating community group goes directly to that group, with 100% of ticket sales retained to support its work.

Since the Community Lottery began in 1984, it has helped community groups raise more than $22 million.

People First Bank Chief Customer Officer Maria-Ann Camilleri said the Lottery was a practical way to help local organisations raise the funds they need.

“Community groups play an important role in bringing people together and supporting communities across Australia, often relying heavily on volunteers and fundraising to continue their work,” Ms Camilleri said.

“The Community Lottery gives these groups a simple way to raise funds, with every dollar from the tickets they sell going directly back to them.

“We’re proud to continue this program that has helped raise more than $22 million for community groups over more than four decades.”

This year, RizeUp Australia is the official charity partner of the People First Community Lottery, with ticket sales not linked to another participating group helping to support its work.

The 2026 Lottery features 41 prizes valued at more than $300,000, including a Toyota Kluger Hybrid GX AWD as the major prize.

Tickets are on sale until 8 October 2026, with the main prize draw to be held on 15 October 2026. Community groups can also register to take part in the Lottery.

For more information, to buy tickets or register a community group, visit https://www.communitylottery.com.au.