From donors and partners to families and communities — every message reminds volunteers why their work matters.
Leave a message of support for your surf lifesavers.
Keep your surf lifesavers on the beach.
Surf lifesavers spend their time protecting others — often in challenging and dangerous conditions. Support messages are a simple but powerful way to show appreciation, encouragement, and pride in the people who keep Australian beaches and communities safe.
Why your message matters
Volunteers don’t do it for recognition — but knowing their communities support them matters. Messages of support help remind surf lifesavers that the work they do is valued, respected, and supported by people across Australia.
Why your message matters
Volunteers don’t do it for recognition — but knowing their communities support them matters. Messages of support help remind surf lifesavers that the work they do is valued, respected, and supported by people across Australia.
Messages from our community
Here are just some of the messages shared by supporters, partners, and community members.
“Thank you for being there when families need you most.”
“We’re proud to support the volunteers who protect our coastline.”
“Because of you, people make it home safely.”
Who can leave a message
- Supporters and donors
- Monthly Guardians
- Legacy supporters and families
- Corporate and community partners
- Volunteers and club members
- Community members and beach visitors
You may be asked to provide
- Your message
- Your name (optional)
- Organisation or community group (optional)
- Whether you’re happy for your message to be shared publicly
Respecting your message
Messages may be reviewed before being published to ensure they are respectful and appropriate for public sharing. We will never publish personal information beyond what you have approved.
How support strengthens lifesaving
Support from the community helps volunteers feel recognised and valued — and helps remind future supporters why lifesaving matters. Every message becomes part of the culture that keeps Surf Life Saving strong.
See the impact of support
You can explore real rescue stories, supporter stories, and see how donations support lifesaving across Australia.
If you’re proud to support surf lifesavers, you can help protect lives too.