Race for Charity
The following charities will be the holders of a limited number of Garmin Noosa Triathlon entries, which are available for enthusiastic fundraisers.
Check-out our 2026 Charity partners below.
PLATINUM CHARITY PARTNER - MATER SMILING FOR SMIDDY
In 2026, Smiddy marks 20 years of impact—two decades of funding cancer research and fuelling hope and clarity for cancer patients and their families.
Join Smiddy and turn your Noosa Triathlon into a powerful movement of hope, resilience, and progress. Together, we’re building a future where a cancer diagnosis is met with certainty and optimism, not fear.
As a Smiddy athlete, you’ll unlock exclusive race-day benefits:
- Early wave start
- VIP check-in
- Premium Bike racking
- Custom Tri suit
- Post race recovery and refreshments
Take your Noosa Triathlon to the next level by joining Smiddy in 2026. You won’t just be racing—you’ll be fundraising to drive life-changing cancer research at Mater.
Places are limited—don’t miss your chance to be part of Smiddy’s 20th year and race for something bigger.
Find Out MoreSmiddy at Noosa Tri honours the memory of Adam Smiddy, a talented triathlete whose life was tragically cut short by an aggressive melanoma at just 26. What began as a tribute has grown into a powerful movement—one that has raised over $16 million to fund vital cancer research at Mater.
In 2026, we mark 20 years of Smiddy spirit—a legacy of hope, courage, and community.
Every stroke, pedal, and step you take helps create a world where cancer no longer steals anyone’s future. Experience the unique 'Smiddy spirit' and be part of this powerful mission.
Are you in?
To learn more, contact the team on 07 3163 5666 or email [email protected] and be part of the amazing Smiddy experience.
Smiddy at Noosa Tri honours the memory of Adam Smiddy, a talented triathlete whose life was tragically cut short by an aggressive melanoma at just 26. What began as a tribute has grown into a powerful movement—one that has raised over $16 million to fund vital cancer research at Mater.
In 2026, we mark 20 years of Smiddy spirit—a legacy of hope, courage, and community.
Every stroke, pedal, and step you take helps create a world where cancer no longer steals anyone’s future. Experience the unique 'Smiddy spirit' and be part of this powerful mission.
Are you in?
To learn more, contact the team on 07 3163 5666 or email [email protected] and be part of the amazing Smiddy experience.
Superstar Spots Available. Please contact your charity to enquire about a superstar entry
Superstar Charity Partners
The below charities are on board for the 2025 Garmin Noosa Triathlon.
These charities provide athletes the unique opportunity to race as a Charity Superstar for the 2026 event.
What is a Charity Superstar? Charity Superstars obtain several awesome benefits included in their race registration. These include:
- Guaranteed FREE race entry into the sell-out triathlon
- Access to exclusive Charity Superstar Start Wave – Earlier start to beat the heat
- Exclusive Charity Superstar Bib
- Priority Check-In at Festival Village
- Priority Bike Racking Location
- x1 Free Festival event registration of your choosing
- An exclusive fundraising medal to celebrate your positive impact
Some other benefits typically provided by the charity directly are also noted below:
- Custom designed Tri-Suit
- Additional Charity Merchandise
- Direct support for your fundraising campaign
How do I become a Charity Superstar? All we ask is for a commitment to raise $2,000 for one of our amazing charity partners. Simply, find the charity you would like to support at the 2026 Garmin Noosa Triathlon below and click 'Apply Now'
Apply today and race for a cause at the 2026 Garmin Noosa Triathlon!
K.I.D.S Foundation
The KIDS Foundation's mission is to ensure that every child is safe, free from harm and injury. In 2025 KIDS Foundation has 80 places at the Garmin Noosa triathlon.
KIDS Foundation welcomes individuals or teams wanting to race with a purpose. To secure your spot we ask you to fundraise a minimum of $2000 as an individual or $3500 as a team.
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Racing and fundraising with KIDS Foundation gets you the following benefits:
- A custom designed KIDS Foundation tri suit
- Invitation to KIDS welcome event
- Priority check-in and charity wave start (for individuals)
- Premium bike racking and priority check-in
- One (1) entry to a Festival event of your choice
- KIDS Presentation with Charity Superstar medal and post refreshments at the tent
- Individual or team online fundraising page
- Support crew on the day
Cure Brain Cancer Foundation
Did you know brain cancer kills more children in Australia than any other disease and more people under 40 than any other cancer?
Cure Brain Cancer Foundation’s is determined to change this devastating statistic by uniting our community to increase brain cancer survival and quality of life.
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To secure an entry with Team Cure Brain Cancer, we ask that you commit to raising a minimum of $1,500, and in return you’ll receive free entry to the race, a Cure Brain Cancer triathlon suit designed by Cannibal, plus many more perks.
Make-A-Wish Australia
Make-A-Wish Australia invites you to join Team Wish at the Noosa Tri 2025! Each year, thousands of Australian children are diagnosed with a life-threatening illness and these brave kids deal with the consequences of their illness every day.
By joining Team Wish you will help bring joy and hope to these sick kids who are going through the toughest of times and ensure their wishes are granted all while participating in one of the world’s top 10 triathlons!
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue’s vision is for all people in Australia to achieve their best possible mental health. The funds and awareness raised from the Mooloolaba Triathlon will help us enormously as we work to support people to protect their mental health and to recover when they are unwell, reduce people’s experiences of stigma and discrimination, and improve people’s opportunities to get effective support and services at the right time.
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Many of us have been affected by anxiety or depression, either personally or through family, friends or colleagues. Right now, over 1 million people in Australia are experiencing depression and 2 million are experiencing anxiety. On average, eight people take their own lives every day in Australia.
With your support, we will continue to innovate and deliver new services and programs, distribute free information resources and share powerful stories of hope and recovery across Australia, fund world-leading research, roll out evidence-based campaigns and advocate for all people in Australia affected by anxiety, depression and suicide.
The Robert Connor Dawes Foundation
Inspired by a big heart and brain, the Robert Connor Dawes Foundation was created in June 2013 in the memory of Robert ‘Connor’ Dawes.
We are battling paediatric brain tumours and supporting brain matters in the areas of research, care and development – to fund the science to end brain cancer and support patients in the meantime.
Humpty Dumpty Foundation
Our mission is to ensure that every Australian child has access to healthcare they need, no matter where they live. For more than 30 years, the Humpty Dumpty Foundation has been helping hospitals and health services care for children by providing much needed medical equipment and initiatives that improve health outcomes.
Humpty's mission is to raise funds to provide essential and often lifesaving paediatric medical equipment for hospitals in every corner of Australia.
The MND and Me Foundation
A driving force for the Foundation is to provide funding to understand the causes, find effective treatments and discover cures for MND. While we work towards finding a cure, we fill the gaps to ensure every Queenslander living with MND gets what they need, when they need it and at no cost. We help people with MND and their families by offering support services, programs and equipment, as well as financial grants for situations outside of regular funding schemes.
Bella the Brave
Bella the Brave aims to promote public awareness about childhood brain cancer and raise funds to support research initiatives which seek to develop new treatment options and improve outcomes for children diagnosed with brain cancer.
Royal Flying Doctor Service QLD
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) provides a crucial mantle of safety for people living in remote, rural and regional areas. Whether it’s a life-threatening injury, an inter-hospital transfer, or to see a GP, dentist or mental health clinician, the Flying Doctor provides the finest standard of care to every Australian who needs us.
Running For Premature Babies
Running for Premature Babies Foundation is dedicated to giving premature babies a better chance of survival.
MoreOur mission:
- Supply hospitals with lifesaving neonatal equipment
- Fund research projects dedicated to advancing the care of premature babies
- Raise awareness of premature birth and celebrate all premature babies, both living and lost
- Inspire people to achieve their fitness goals while supporting premature babies
- Make a tangible difference for premature babies and their families
