With Onside with the Mariners Round fast approaching, the Central Coast Mariners and Erina Fair are currently taking donations for our partner charities, We Care Connect, Coast Shelter and Health on the Streets.
Please see the below list of preferred items that can be donated at the donation station in Erina Fair up until March 30th.
What to donate
General Items such as Swags, Pillows, Sleeping Bags, tents Opal Cards, Fuel Cards, Supermarket Cards, Medication, Gap Fees or Prepaid Mobile Phones.
Wound Care Items such as Betadine, Burn Creams, Antifungal, Dressings or Burn Creams.
Essential Food Items such as Biscuits, Soup, Noodles, Muesli Bars, Poppers, Water, Up & Go’s, Canned/Tinned Food – Ring Pull, Tuna, Spreads – Peanut Butter, Vegemite, Chips, Pretzels, Popcorn, Long Life Milk, Long Life Custard, Tinned Fruit – Ring Pull, Jelly Mix, Granola Bars, Protein Bars, Cereal or Rice.
Kids Items such as Underwear and Socks (Age 2-16), Mattress Protectors – Cot and Single Bed, Baby Care toiletry items (Wipes, Baby Wash, Nappy Cream).
Women’s Items such as Sizes 7 – 12 socks and shoes, Roll On Deodorant, Disposable Razors, Toothbrushes & Toothpaste, Hairbrush, Tampons & Pads, Travel Size Body Wash, Face Washer, Thongs, T Shirt, Underwear, Crop Tops, Tights, Poncho’s, Beanies, Water Bottle, Blankets.
Men’s Items such as Socks, Shoes, Roll On Deodorant, Disposable Razors, Toothbrushes & Toothpaste, Travel Size Body Wash, Face Washer, Thongs, Men’s Underwear, T-Shirts, Shorts, Poncho’s, Beanies, Water Bottle, Blankets.
Charity specific items: Uniforms For the HoTS Team, ALS Training for Two x Nurses
Mariners announce Onside with the Mariners Round
The Central Coast Mariners are proud to announce the launch of the Onside With the Mariners Charity Round, set to take place on March 30, 2025.
This special initiative will see the club rally behind three vital local charities; We Care Connect, Coast Shelter, and Health on the Streets – to support people affected by domestic and gender-based violence in the Central Coast region.
As part of this campaign, Mariners fans and the broader community are encouraged to donate essential items at a designated collection point at Erina Fair, open from nowuntil match day on Sunday, March 30. These donations will provide much-needed relief to individuals and families in crisis, reinforcing the club’s deep commitment to supporting its community both on and off the pitch.
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Mariners Isuzu UTE Men’s Coach, Mark Jackson said the initiative reflects the club’s mission to use football as a platform for positive change.
“The Central Coast Mariners have always been more than just a football club, we’re the community club. The Onside With the Mariners Charity Round is an opportunity for us to stand alongside those who need it most, raising awareness and offering practical support to those affected by domestic and gendered violence,” Jackson said.
Each of the charities involved plays a crucial role in supporting vulnerable members of the Central Coast community:
- We Care Connect provides essential supplies such as clothing, cots, prams, and car seats to families in need, ensuring children have the basics for a safe and healthy life.
- Coast Shelter offers crisis accommodation and vital support services for individuals and families facing homelessness and domestic violence.
- Health on the Streets, an initiative led by the Primary Health Network, delivers mobile healthcare services to those experiencing homelessness and disadvantage across the Central Coast.
The selected charities have praised the Mariners for their commitment to local causes.
“This initiative is a fantastic way to raise awareness and drive real action to support those impacted by domestic and gender-based violence. Every donation makes a difference, and we are grateful to the Mariners and their supporters for standing with us,”
Both the Central Coast Mariners and Perth Glory will be aligning with the colour purple for the round in a showing of solidarity for the campaign.
In addition to in-game fundraising activities, volunteers from the three charities will be present to provide more information about their services and the impact of community support.
With the power of sport uniting the Central Coast, the Onside With the Mariners Charity Round promises to be more than just football —it will be a day of action, awareness, and support for those in need.
