All across the country, ACF volunteers are taking action in their local communities to solve the climate and nature crisis. Want to join them and be part of creating a thriving world, securing big wins for this incredible planet? You can get involved by joining a local group, uncovering nature destruction with the "ACF Investigates" project, running community fundraisers – and more!

Australia’s big backyard is incredible – it’s home to amazing plants, places and wildlife found nowhere else on earth. But nature here is also in trouble, from deforestation and extreme fires, floods and droughts fuelled by climate change.

People made this crisis – and together we can solve it. Together we can shift business and governments so that they get on with restoring nature and creating a world where people, communities and wildlife thrive.

Join an ACF Community group

There are 42 local ACF Community groups – and counting – right across Australia. Join your local group to meet like-minded people face-to-face, run local campaigns to protect nature, and learn new skills like how to engage and influence your Member of Parliament (MP).

Want to get involved? Look through our map to find your local ACF Community group then fill in your details. Your local group leader will be in touch with you soon.

Midnight Oil concert photo, Brisbane, April 2022. Band on stage, crowd in front.

Create your own fundraiser

Looking for more ways to support ACF? Organise a fundraising event in your school, workplace or local community.

ACF’s work is funded by tens of thousands of nature lovers who care about Australian wildlife and speak out, show up and act to build a better world. Join them by starting your own fundraiser today.

You can raise funds for a birthday, swap wedding presents for donations, run a marathon, have a bake sale, or create your own idea.

Ready to get started? Set up your online fundraising page here or reach out to us at fundraise@acf.org.au or call 1800 223 669 if you need help or have any questions. Our team is here to support you every step of the way!

People at market stall, fundraising for ACF, banner visible.

Attend a local event

Joining an event is a helpful first step to meet others in ACF Community groups, hear more about local campaigns, and figure out what action you might like to take next.

There are lots of events taking place – from nature walks to group meetings to market stalls and more.

Want to see what is happening near you? Go to the events page to see what’s on. Please note, the events page may automatically list the events closest to you – if you would like to view all events, click the green “See all events” button.

Picnic scene, diverse group, outdoor setting, climate action banner, sunny day.

Go platypus spotting

In September 2022, hundreds of community members headed to creeks and rivers near them to spot the elusive platypus as part of the platy-project month of action.

Every sighting and attempted sighting plays a crucial role in better understanding and protecting the platypus, so that it can thrive far into the future.

Inspired? You can look for platypus at any time of year. Sign up to get resources and tips for spotting a platypus and get out there!

Platyspotting, Cathy Ronalds, MAPgroup, image of a colorful coral reef with fish.

Want support to decide on your next step?

Not quite sure which of these opportunities are right for you, or have some questions? Sign up for a welcome call, so we can help you find the best next step for you.