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Inspiring businesses and community agencies to work together to make a positive difference

 
Connecting Businesses Connecting Businesses
CONNECTING COMMUNITY AGENCIES CONNECTING COMMUNITY AGENCIES
ACHIEVING COMMUNITY GOALS ACHIEVING COMMUNITY GOALS
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BacLinks educates, supports and creates opportunities for businesses and community agencies to engage with each other for mutual benefit.

 

Latest News

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Media Release - Business and Community join forces for fun Geelong’s business and community sectors joined forces on Thursday when Karingal’s initiative, BacLinks hosted the annual Winter Workplace Big Day Out at the Leisuretime Centre in Bell Post Hill.
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KarnivART launch sees Zoe recognised Zoe Zanos was announced the winner of KarnivART’13 this year. Congratulations to Zoe on her outstanding piece of work.
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From the CEO - Count down to the launch of DisabilityCare Australia DisabilityCare, formerly the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), has been in the news a great deal lately and it has been a concerning time for everyone as debate over funding the scheme has been at the forefront of the nation’s minds.
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Media Release - Geelong school girls try out trade careers On Tuesday 7th May 2013, 100 Geelong school girls will gain hands-on experience in various trade industries at the annual 2013 Girls' Big Day Out.
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Media Release - An evening of pampering overpowers cancer for one night More than 160 women from Ballarat who have been touched by cancer will enjoy an evening of pampering and fashion at Target in Ballarat on Wednesday March 13, hosted by GMHBA Health Insurance and Target.
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Media Release - Volunteers prepare for a Big Day Out Many arms of Geelong’s business and community sectors will join forces on Thursday, December 6, when BacLinks hosts its 21st Workplace Big Day Out at Adventure Park, Wallington. This event has seen over 1500 employee volunteers participate in this event since its beginning.
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Media Release - Celebrating 10 years of service in our community On Tuesday 25 November, a special breakfast will be held at the Mercure Hotel, hosted by comedian Monica Dullard to honour Karingal’s initiative BacLinks (Business and Community Links) for contributing over $2.1 million worth of support into the local community and over 34,500 employee volunteer hours during the past 10 years.
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Upcoming Events

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Karingal hosting Chamber After 5 Thursday, 11 July, 2013, 5:30 PM Karingal is hosting the next "Chamber After 5" & would like to invite Geelong Chamber of Commerce members to attend.
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For Businesses
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Projects Tailored
BacLinks can match your business needs with suitable opportunities in the community - we tailor projects to exactly what you are seeking. Learn More
 
Established Community Projects
If you are interested in getting your business involved in a community project, you may find there is already a BacLinks project to support that meets your businesses interests. Learn More
 
Network with Like-Minded Businesses
The '730 Breakfast Club' provides you with the opportunity to network with like-minded businesses and educates you about community support opportunities. Learn More
 
All BacLinks Services are exclusive to BacLinks Members. Learn how your business can join our community-minded network of businesses You can also browse our Current Member List. Learn More
 

For Community Groups
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Request Assistance
BacLinks businesses are waiting to hear if they can assist you to meet any unmet needs! You can request anything from equipment, skills, resources and employee volunteers. Learn More
 
Ongoing Support
BacLinks will meet with you at your request to discuss your agencies needs and assist you to scope suitable projects that attract business support. We are a great community resource! Learn More
 
Project Coordination
Complete coordination of employee volunteering projects, including business liaison, project agreements, media releases, evaluation reports and post-project acknowledgements. Learn More
 
Community agencies can join the BacLinks Network for FREE! Becoming a BacLinks Community Partner will provide access to business support, knowledge and expertise and media acknowledgement. Learn More
 
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