A word from our President

Around 70% of LGBTQIA+ people do not feel sport is welcoming and half of trans people avoid playing sports they are interested in due to safety concerns. That lack of belonging pushes people away from something that should support their physical and mental wellbeing.

We exist because sport can, and should, be better. For many, Rovers is the first team they have ever felt safe in. What starts as a game quickly becomes something more: improved mental health, genuine friendships, and a sense of belonging that carries well beyond the pitch. We see people find their confidence again, and rediscover joy in a sport they once thought was not for them.

This work is vital, and it only happens because of the support of partners and donors who believe sport can be a force for good.

Every sponsor, every donor, and every ally becomes part of our story. You help ensure that when someone finds Melbourne Rovers, they find more than football. They find their team. You can contact me directly on info@melbournerovers.com to chat about partnering with us, or you can make a one off contribution using the form on this page.

Thank you for standing with us and for believing in what sport can be when it is done properly.

Stuart
President, Melbourne Rovers