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ICC Sydney team and charity partners smiling at the camera at level 4 AMEX lounge

​​Making a difference, together​

02 Dec 2025

At ICC Sydney, our core mission has always been to make a difference. It’s this ethos that drives our team every day. With the support of our clients and community partners, we’re turning events into meaningful, measurable impact. And this year, we took that impact even further. 

Charity events hosted at ICC Sydney in 2025 raised over A$7.1 million – our clients’ biggest fundraising year yet! 

Led by our Business Development Managers, Naomi Di Gregorio and Rita Nassar – with the support of dedicated team members from every corner of ICC Sydney – this year marked our third annual Charity Appreciation Day. 

ICC Sydney team and charity partners smiling at the camera at level 4 AMEX lounge

Together, we celebrated the charities and organisations whose missions inspire us every day, including: 

  • Gidget Foundation Australia 
  • Ronald McDonald House Charities 
  • NSW Police Legacy 
  • Giant Steps Sydney Limited 
  • Tour de Cure 
  • Children’s Cancer Institute 
  • Flying Ruby Events 
  • Sydney Children’s Hospital Foundation (Organisation unable to attend in 2025) 
  • Foundation House 
  • Stand Tall 
  • KARI 
  • ACON Pride and Inclusion Programs

For our clients, the day represents so much more than a gathering. It’s a moment to pause, celebrate their incredible contributions to communities and causes, and know how deeply we appreciate their loyalty and partnership. 

Our Charity Appreciation Day kicked off with a moving Welcome to Country by Binowee Bayles from the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council. Binowee taught us words in the language of the Gadigal People – the traditional custodians of the land on which ICC Sydney is situated, setting the tone for an afternoon filled with gratitude and inspiration.  

Guests were treated to a lineup of experiences designed to showcase our community, creativity and culinary flair: 

  • A stunning performance by Kathryn Luxford from our community partner, the Talent Development Project 
  • Hands-on masterclasses with our local supplier, GetFish 
  • A culinary showcase led by ICC Sydney’s Executive Chef Rakesh Pillai, featuring flavours that sparked conversations and smiles 

We also received thoughtful feedback from attending clients – a reflection of the strong partnerships we’ve built together: 

“Thank you for Friday, we had a ball. It was so lovely to be treated, and we didn’t have to think about guest names and dietaries! We were spoilt with the food and endless tasty canapes, what a wonderful way to close the week.” – Hester Stuart, Head of Marketing Services, Children’s Cancer Institute Australia 

“Today was the best Friday lunch I’ve had in such a long time. And I don’t just mean the delicious food. The room ambiance, the music, the beautiful and fun conversations all came together perfectly.” – Richard Mills, Admin & Database Officer, NSW Police Legacy 

“Thanks so much. We all loved seeing the ICC Sydney team, we can’t thank you enough for all you do for us. The function was great, and the food was delicious as always! Hope you have a wonderful rest of the year.” – Angela Farr-Jones, CEO & Co-Founder, Stand Tall Australia 

With more than 50 clients by our side, the room buzzed with genuine connection and a clear sense of purpose.

We’re looking forward to making an even bigger difference together next year!

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