Outback Instincts Ltd is an ACNC-registered charity supporting at-risk, disengaged and vulnerable young people across the Toowoomba, Darling Downs and Western Downs regions. We deliver animal-assisted, land-based and rural skill-building programs that reconnect young people to community, purpose and themselves.
Using our signature approach — Tools, Trust & Transformation — we give young people real tools, real skills and real mentors. Out here, we know that idle hands and idle minds can quickly become the devil’s playground, so we create safe, structured and meaningful pathways that keep young people busy, connected and building their future.
Our flagship programs include:
🐮 Youth in the Yards — cattle handling, stock work, teamwork, responsibility, show preparation and rural life skills.
🐴 Equine Elevate — horsemanship, emotional regulation, confidence-building and relationship skills through work with horses.
🐕 Paws on the Ground — therapy dog visits to aged-care homes, teaching empathy, communication, leadership and community service.
🌱 The Paddock Project — hands-on literacy, numeracy and problem-solving through gardening, animal care, farm tasks and real-world activities.
🔥 Paddocks to Purpose (2026) — our newest program transforming farm scrap, metal and timber into art through welding, grinding, woodwork and creativity, led by skilled tradespeople and our own creative team.
Across all programs, young people learn practical rural trades, animal care, teamwork, emotional regulation and community connection — skills that help them step out of chaotic environments and into purpose, routine and hope.
When businesses sponsor Outback Instincts, they’re not just funding sessions — they’re helping change the trajectory of young lives, strengthen families, reduce disengagement and improve community safety across regional Queensland.
🥉 BRONZE – $500
Sponsor a Month of Youth Participation
Covers program hours for multiple young people, transport support, feed for program animals, and activity supplies. Your business receives a digital thank-you and social media recognition.
🥈 SILVER – $1,500
Sponsor a Young Person for a 10-Week Program Block
Funds a full program round including horsemanship, cattle handling, therapy dog involvement and rural skill-building. Your business receives recognition on social media + certification as a sponsor.
🥇 GOLD – $5,000
Support a Full Term of Programs for Multiple Youth
Helps run weekly programs (3–4 hours each), covers animal care, safety gear, equipment, insurance, and program resources. Business logo added to our sponsor wall + event/photo opportunities.
🏆 PLATINUM – $10,000
Major Youth Program Sponsor
Enables Outback Instincts to take more young people off the waitlist and into safe, life-changing programs—youth mentoring, cattle show team, equine skills, therapy dog outreach, and farm-based learning.
Includes:
✔ Logo on website & printed materials
✔ Invitations to sponsor days
✔ Socials + media shoutouts
✔ Certificate & impact summary
✔ Partnership announcement post
🌟 DIAMOND – $25,000
Community Transformation Partner
Big-picture support that funds program expansion, youth sponsorships, animal care, infrastructure (fencing, yards, equipment), trade workshops, and more.
Includes:
✔ Major branding across events
✔ Sponsor signage onsite
✔ VIP visits and engagement days
✔ Annual impact report
✔ Recognition in all major communications
✔ Long-term partnership benefits
🐾 SPONSOR OUR PAWS ON THE GROUND - THERAPY DOGS TO AGED CARE PROGRAM 🐾
Covers weekly programs 3 hours per week for 8 young people to attend - includes fortnightly aged care visits and fortnightly youth training/therapy dog handling
Yes
Yes, as soon as your donation is processed.
Outback Instincts Ltd is an ACNC-registered charity supporting at-risk, disengaged and vulnerable young people across the Toowoomba, Darling Downs and Western Downs regions. We deliver animal-assisted, land-based and rural skill-building programs that reconnect young people to community, purpose and themselves.
Using our signature approach — Tools, Trust & Transformation — we give young people real tools, real skills and real mentors. Out here, we know that idle hands and idle minds can quickly become the devil’s playground, so we create safe, structured and meaningful pathways that keep young people busy, connected and building their future.
Our flagship programs include:
🐮 Youth in the Yards — cattle handling, stock work, teamwork, responsibility, show preparation and rural life skills.
🐴 Equine Elevate — horsemanship, emotional regulation, confidence-building and relationship skills through work with horses.
🐕 Paws on the Ground — therapy dog visits to aged-care homes, teaching empathy, communication, leadership and community service.
🌱 The Paddock Project — hands-on literacy, numeracy and problem-solving through gardening, animal care, farm tasks and real-world activities.
🔥 Paddocks to Purpose (2026) — our newest program transforming farm scrap, metal and timber into art through welding, grinding, woodwork and creativity, led by skilled tradespeople and our own creative team.
Across all programs, young people learn practical rural trades, animal care, teamwork, emotional regulation and community connection — skills that help them step out of chaotic environments and into purpose, routine and hope.
When businesses sponsor Outback Instincts, they’re not just funding sessions — they’re helping change the trajectory of young lives, strengthen families, reduce disengagement and improve community safety across regional Queensland.
🥉 BRONZE – $500
Sponsor a Month of Youth Participation
Covers program hours for multiple young people, transport support, feed for program animals, and activity supplies. Your business receives a digital thank-you and social media recognition.
🥈 SILVER – $1,500
Sponsor a Young Person for a 10-Week Program Block
Funds a full program round including horsemanship, cattle handling, therapy dog involvement and rural skill-building. Your business receives recognition on social media + certification as a sponsor.
🥇 GOLD – $5,000
Support a Full Term of Programs for Multiple Youth
Helps run weekly programs (3–4 hours each), covers animal care, safety gear, equipment, insurance, and program resources. Business logo added to our sponsor wall + event/photo opportunities.
🏆 PLATINUM – $10,000
Major Youth Program Sponsor
Enables Outback Instincts to take more young people off the waitlist and into safe, life-changing programs—youth mentoring, cattle show team, equine skills, therapy dog outreach, and farm-based learning.
Includes:
✔ Logo on website & printed materials
✔ Invitations to sponsor days
✔ Socials + media shoutouts
✔ Certificate & impact summary
✔ Partnership announcement post
🌟 DIAMOND – $25,000
Community Transformation Partner
Big-picture support that funds program expansion, youth sponsorships, animal care, infrastructure (fencing, yards, equipment), trade workshops, and more.
Includes:
✔ Major branding across events
✔ Sponsor signage onsite
✔ VIP visits and engagement days
✔ Annual impact report
✔ Recognition in all major communications
✔ Long-term partnership benefits
🐾 SPONSOR OUR PAWS ON THE GROUND - THERAPY DOGS TO AGED CARE PROGRAM 🐾
Covers weekly programs 3 hours per week for 8 young people to attend - includes fortnightly aged care visits and fortnightly youth training/therapy dog handling
Yes
Yes, as soon as your donation is processed.
