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Barminco is proud to support Australian communities through targeted investments, partnerships, and programs that deliver lasting social value. Our approach is grounded in collaboration, respect, and a commitment to building stronger, more resilient communities around the sites where we operate.
Our social value initiatives are delivered through a range of programs and partnerships. Explore them below:
Social investment is a long-term commitment to projects and partnerships that deliver lasting, sustainable benefits for communities. Unlike one-off donations or sponsorships, social investments are designed to strengthen local capacity, drive economic participation, and improve social outcomes that extend well beyond the life of a project.
These social investments can take many forms, including:
For social investment opportunities in the Australian communities where we operate, please contact
We believe in creating meaningful impact beyond the workplace. Through our sponsorships and donations, we support initiatives that strengthen communities, foster inclusion, and deliver lasting social value.Community sponsorship We provide funding support to community organisations, events, and activities that deliver measurable social outcomes and encourage employee involvement. These partnerships help us connect with the communities where we operate and contribute to shared success.
Community donations Our donations are designed to meet local needs and create positive change through two key streams:
For sponsorship and donation opportunities in the Australian communities where we operate, please contact
Barminco supports grassroots initiatives through our Community Grants Program, designed to create meaningful social impact in the regions we operate. Following a successful launch in North America, the Australian Community Grants Program launched in 2026. The program provides one-off financial grants of up to $5,000 to eligible community organisations located near our operational sites. These grants are part of our broader commitment to community giving and are aimed at supporting projects that deliver measurable social outcomes.How to ApplyWe run two application rounds each financial year.Round 1: Applications close 30 November 2026.Round 2: Applications close 31 May 2027.To be considered, applicants must align their proposals with one or more of Barminco’s Social Value Pillars and be aligned with the Perenti Group Principles and Code of Conduct.Barminco is deeply committed to the long-term sustainability of the communities we work in.If you know a local organisation that could benefit, help us build stronger, more resilient communities – together.
For Australian Community Grant enquiries, please contact
Social Investment: Binar FuturesBarminco has partnered with Binar Futures since 2023. This partnership focuses on empowering Aboriginal youth through basketball, cultural engagement, and leadership development. The partnership reflects Barminco’s commitment to community enrichment and ESG values, supporting Binar’s mission to foster future leaders through inclusive and culturally grounded programs.Barminco was proud to sponsor Binar Futures’ 2025 High Performance Team at the 13th Asia Pacific Cup youth basketball tournament in Singapore. The travelling group brought together 71 talented young players across nine teams in four divisions. They returned home with gold, silver, and bronze medals – and, most importantly, an unforgettable experience. Players travelled from communities including Kununurra, Derby, Bidyadanga, Broome, Karratha, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Perth, and Bunbury to compete on the international stage. “We could not be prouder of what our club achieved… none of this would have been possible without the ongoing support from Barminco, who continue to believe in our young people and help us create pathways for their future.”- Adam Desmond, Founder & Executive Director, Binar Futures Ltd.Read more here.
Social Investment: Clontarf FoundationBarminco has proudly partnered with the Clontarf Foundation since 2010 – a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving the education, discipline, life skills, self-esteem, and employment prospects of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men.Read more here.
Community Sponsorship: Up All Night – Ronald McDonald House Western AustraliaBarminco has supported Ronald McDonald House WA since 2019, contributing approximately $200,000 through sponsorship and team fundraising for the annual Up All Night walking marathon, and the 2026 Adopt a Room Program, helping provide a home away from home for families with critically ill or injured children, including those travelling from regional Western Australia to access specialist medical care.The charity provides vital support for families needing to travel for medical treatment, bridging educational gaps due to missed schooling, or providing a place to rest and relax as a family. The Ronald McDonald Houses, Learning Program, House Family Rooms, and Family Retreats look to positively impact the emotional, financial, environmental and cultural wellbeing of families with sick kids – bringing our Walk in Their Shoes principle to life by supporting families when they need it most.Read more here.
Community Grant: Coolgardie RSLThrough Barminco’s Australian Community Grants Program, the Coolgardie RSL received funding to support a valued local initiative that brings people together and strengthens community connection.Home to around 100 members, the Coolgardie RSL plays an important role in the local community. Grant funding helped provide new equipment for the town’s bowling club, including bowls, mats and balls, enhancing a welcoming community space where people can stay active, socialise and build relationships.The initiative reflects Barminco’s commitment to supporting community-led projects that contribute to the wellbeing and resilience of the regions in which we operate.Since commencing work at Focus Minerals’ Bonnie Vale Gold Mine in 2024, Barminco has continued to invest in initiatives that create lasting social value and support stronger, more connected communities.Read more here.
Community Grant: TRANSAFE WAThrough Barminco’s Australian Community Grants Program, TRANSAFE WA delivered its iNSTRUCKTA! Safe Truck Visit program to students and community members in Mount Magnet, helping build awareness of road safety in a regional community where heavy vehicles form part of everyday life.Using an interactive truck simulator, the program provides participants with a practical understanding of how to safely interact with heavy vehicles on local roads. The initiative helps equip young people with important safety knowledge and fosters greater awareness of the role transport plays in regional Western Australia.Regional communities are critical to the state’s transport and mining networks, and programs such as iNSTRUCKTA! support safer outcomes by delivering engaging, hands-on education tailored to local needs.The project reflects Barminco’s commitment to supporting community-led initiatives that create lasting social value and contribute to safer, stronger and more connected communities.Since commencing work at Ramelius Resources’ Dalgaranga Gold Project in 2024, Barminco has continued to invest in initiatives that support the wellbeing and resilience of the Mount Magnet community.Read more here.
Community Donation: Adopt a Room ProgramBarminco proudly supported Ronald McDonald House Western Australiathrough the 2026 Adopt a Room Program, helping provide a home away from home for families with critically ill or injured children, including those travelling from regional Western Australia to access specialist medical care.By giving families a place to stay close to the care their child needs, the program helps ease some of the financial and emotional pressures they face during an already challenging time.Since 2019, Barminco has partnered with Ronald McDonald House Charities WA, bringing our Walk in Their Shoes principle to life by supporting families when they need it most.Read more here.
