Through compassionate and confidential support, we help entertainment professionals throughout NSW/ACT maintain their health, dignity and ability to work.
Since 2018, ACTober has been at the heart of ABF NSW fundraising activities.
This year’s campaign presents even greater urgency as the nation struggles with the devastating impact that COVID-19 continues to have on the Arts sector.
We rely on the generosity of donors to enable our essential work to endure.
ABF NSW is a registered charity. All donations over $2.00 made through this website are fully tax deductible.
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"All the best raising funds"
Louise t.
Louise t.
"test donation"
Stephen e.
Stephen e.
"Thank you for all that you do - we need creative people at a time like this more than ever!!"
Tim d.
Tim d.
"Sending love and support to those not in work and desperate to get back!"
Rhys n.
Rhys n.
"Missing Live very much!"
Heather n.
Heather n.
"Thanks for all that you do to enrich our lives. Sorry that you've had such a hard time during this pandemic. Stay strong."
Marisa n.
Marisa n.
"We love everything you all do especially during these very tough times."
Greg m.
Greg m.
"Thank. you for hanging in there - love your work(s)!"
Christine & Robert n.
Christine & Robert n.
"Thank you !!"
Wonita y.
Wonita y.
"Sorry I missed the bus for Avtober, but maybe Knowvember will do just as well. Good luck to you all in the approaching new theatre life. Pat"
patricia e.
patricia e.
"Keep up the great work in these most difficult of times."
Campion t.
Campion t.
"The curtain WILL rise again. Thinking of you all. Thank you ACTOBER!!"
Francesca s.
Francesca s.
"Chookas to youse all"
Deborah n.
Deborah n.
"Thank you for all that you do - we need creative people at a time like this more than ever!!"
Tim d.
Tim d.
"We hope this can in a small way repay all the actors who have brought pleasure, learning, and entertainment to us over many many years."
Christopher y.
Christopher y.
"I am so lucky to have continued in work"
Tanya h.
Tanya h.
"Thank you to the entire industry for the entertainment during Covid and your tenacity through the had times. We look forward to live theatre soon"
Eleanor o.
Eleanor o.
"Best wishes for the ongoing difficult time. We hope it will be possible to open up soon."
Anne s.
Anne s.
"Hope to see you real soon!"
Peter n.
Peter n.
"Thanks from Sean and Neha"
Sean s.
Sean s.
"Keep smiling!"
Teresa e.
Teresa e.
"Just imagine seeing an American film without an Australian actor in it! It's impossible!"
Steven s.
Steven s.
"Blessings to you beautiful beloved artists xx"
deb s.
deb s.
"Pleased to support your important and fantastic work."
Michael e.
Michael e.
"For mr. Bruce Spence. Been a fan since Galaxy. Love from Finland."
Johanna i.
Johanna i.
"Just imagine seeing an American film without an Australian actor in it! It's impossible!"
Steven s.
Steven s.
"Keep up the good work"
Sue & Bé a.
Sue & Bé a.
"Stay strong!"
Marni n.
Marni n.
"Thinking of you all and hoping you will all be back performing as you should be really soon!"
Susan n.
Susan n.
"In memory of Bruce Finlayson, great friend and father"
peter t.
peter t.
"Can’t wait to have you thriving again"
Doug and Jude s.
Doug and Jude s.
"ACTober"
Camilla e.
Camilla e.
"Hang in there can't wait to get back to the theatre"
PETER t.
PETER t.
"It’s been so hard for our entertainment and arts sector - in NSW it has been difficult enough so I can’t begin to imagine how difficult it has been for our Victorian friends. Stay strong my fellow Victorians."
Helen e.
Helen e.
"Can’t wait to get back to the theatre and live concerts. I can’t spend money on tickets so happy to support in other ways."
Debbie d.
Debbie d.
"Wishing you all the very best during this difficult time"
Jeannette n.
Jeannette n.
"Thanks to you all for hanging in there1"
pam y.
pam y.
"Heard about this on ABC radio about 3 weeks ago."
Wendy b.
Wendy b.
"You light up all our lives. Keep shining. The clouds are lifting. ❤️"
Peter and Carolyn y.
Peter and Carolyn y.
"My heart goes out to all of the people in the world who wish to devote their lives to the development and practice of the arts. We as a society need more robust measures than we currently have to support you across difficult times like these. Until then I am always happy to put some money in the hat."
Jeremy s.
Jeremy s.
"The new receipt details should be in operation"
Kenneth a.
Kenneth a.
"Repaying just a little bit of the joy given to me as a play goer over many years"
Ian d.
Ian d.
"Thinking of you all during this challenging time. So miss our live theatre.
Can't wait to enter a theatre again to enjoy and celebrate the skill and talent of our Aussie performers. Hang in there."
Ron x.
Ron x.
"Sensati"
Abbe s.
Abbe s.
"Feel for you all - and hope this fund is helping overall."
Barbara n.
Barbara n.
"Donation to test"
En Rui o.
En Rui o.
"Thank you for helping out performing artists at this crucial time."
Mark g.
Mark g.
"Thanks for all your hard work during these tough times. We love you all"
Greg m.
Greg m.
"My gift is my way of saying thank you to all the wonderful actors who’ve entertained me over the years and especially through the pandemic."
Kim s.
Kim s.
"Thank you for the wonderful work you do in supporting our creative community through these very difficult times."
Charlotte r.
Charlotte r.
"Wishing you all the very best for the future!"
Jeannette n.
Jeannette n.
"I am concerned about the welfare of many actors in our country who are having a very hard time this year because of the current pandemic and other factors. As a lifelong theatre-lover, I want to play a small part in supporting these creative and admired people at this time."
John k.
John k.
"Wishing you well. I hope this small gesture helps"
d.
d.
"Hang in there folks. You are the food that feeds our souls and we need you"
Catherine r.
Catherine r.
"Thanks for hanging in. Look forward to seeing you, and being able to chuck a pineapple into the bucket."
Margaret r.
Margaret r.
"Keep being amazing!"
Amy h.
Amy h.
"Thank you for your great work trying to, and achieving, happiness in others."
Andreas h.
Andreas h.
"Hang in there and I can't wait to be back in theatres watching you all bring the magic!"
Grant n.
Grant n.
"Wonderful work you're all doing, thank you so much. I'll given more when I can! xx"
louise n.
louise n.
"My family and I value the Performing Arts enormously -one of my sons is a professional musician, my daughter is studying Musical Theatre at tertiary level. Stay strong, and we look forward to seeing a vibrant arts scene emerge again as soon as possible."
Lisa y.
Lisa y.
"Really missing you all and thinking of you"
Sue s.
Sue s.
"Hang in there Everyone! We can't wait to get out and be entertained again. My beautiful Aunt & Uncle were longtime theatre stalwarts, however they both succumbed to Covid in Aged Care, so when we can go to the theatre again, in part it will be to honour them."
Jan t.
Jan t.
"I was at darlo thirsty Thursday last night. Soooo fabulous. Thank you to all performers for allowing us to share in your gift xx"
Jenny h.
Jenny h.
"Donation on behalf of Sparke Helmore. Thank you En Rui Foo for bringing ABF Qld to our attention. We hope the donation comes in handy."
Tania Mavritsky e.
Tania Mavritsky e.
"From Actors, To Actors"
Rishab n.
Rishab n.
"Thanks for all that you're doing. Please do not use my name publicly re: donations."
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"In memorium of Bruce Finlayson"
Joelle t.
Joelle t.
"The creative arts is essential to our lives and well being, so hang in there a bit longer! Melburnians will be out in force to support you as soon as we can. Can't wait to see you all in venues and on stages and screens soon!"
Pauline y.
Pauline y.
"You keep us going!"
Zoe g.
Zoe g.
"Keep calm and carry on!"
Teresa e.
Teresa e.
"Looking foreward ro going to live theatre again!!"
Anne d.
Anne d.
"I'm sorry the federal government doesn't value the arts."
DENISE T.
DENISE T.
"The Arts Community have supported many through their darkest times; my only sadness is the Federal Government is not more supportive and hope this small donation helps in some way. Certainly will be supporting the Arts in any way when we open up. Thank you for all you do and we are here for you all."
Gail d.
Gail d.
"Congrats on your good work for our wonderful actors"
SUSAN M.
SUSAN M.
"Stay well and keep safe."
Flora g.
Flora g.
"Donating in recognition of a good deed done by Glenn Hazeldine."
Miranda l.
Miranda l.
"Good on you for the wonderful work you do, especially during this crisis!"
Jeannie h.
Jeannie h.
"Thank you for all that you do - we need creative people at a time like this more than ever!!"
Tim d.
Tim d.
"Enjoy re-opening! I'm really looking forward to live theatre again soon."
Lisa y.
Lisa y.
"A donation to ACTOBER. Congrats on all the good work you are all doing in these difficult times."
Bill g.
Bill g.
"I'm sorry that more performances have had to be cancelled. I was going to go to Moulin Rouge the other night."
DENISE t.
DENISE t.
"Supporting our industry members through this difficult time"
Richard t.
Richard t.
"Love to hear what you are doing for artists"
Andrea h.
Andrea h.
"To all you talented people, All the very best for the future. Look forward to the day when we can all enjoy your talents again."
Alexandra r.
Alexandra r.
"Thanks for all your hard work during these tough times. We love you all"
Greg m.
Greg m.
"Thank you for making this support possible"
Elizabeth o.
Elizabeth o.
"This is a test"
Nick e.
Nick e.
"Just imagine seeing an American film without an Australian actor in it! It's impossible!"
Steven s.
Steven s.
"Stay well,stay safe. It'll all be over soon"
Lilian r.
Lilian r.
"Because I love the Arts and we can't live without it despite what our governments think"
Leanne n.
Leanne n.
"In fond memory of you mate, Bruce Finlayson. You will be missed so much. xx"
Peter l.
Peter l.
"Lifespan of a fact appeal"
Simon h.
Simon h.
"test"
William y.
William y.
"stay strong - we need you!"
elizabeth m.
elizabeth m.
"we miss you.......see you soon xxx"
Denise R.
Denise R.
"Thank you for bringing so much joy into peoples lives through live theatre which is desperately need these days especially."
James g.
James g.
"We wish you all the best and look forward to the return of so many wonderful actors back to the stage in 2022!
Regards, Damien Rath"
Damien h.
Damien h.
