- Icon raised over $45,000 for StandbyU Foundation through monthly BBQs and a charity auction featuring a $10,000 suit sale
- The funds will support families escaping domestic violence through safe accommodation initiatives and practical support
- Icon actively contributes to StandbyU through skills, time and resources, including helping refurbish a duplex for vulnerable families
- The formal handover of funds will take place at a special event on the Gold Coast on 17 December 2025
- The fundraising effort demonstrates community support at a time when demand for domestic violence services is at an all-time high
Community spirit on the tools: Icon supports families escaping violence
Leading Australian building company Icon has reinforced its commitment to families affected by domestic and family violence, raising more than $45,000 for the StandbyU Foundation.
Icon will hand over the funds – raised through monthly on-site BBQs with staff and tradies – at a special event with StandbyU in the Gold Coast on 17 December 2025.
The extraordinary fundraising effort was capped off at Icon’s recent Christmas celebration, where a charity auction saw a colourful suit selling for $10,000 to lift the total funds raised to more than $45,000.
This contribution will directly support StandbyU in providing safety, connection, and practical support for families facing domestic and family violence, including the expansion of safe accommodation initiatives.
Through its partnership with Standbyu, Icon contributes time, skills, and resources to create safe, welcoming environments for vulnerable families, including support earlier this year in the refurbishment of a StandbyU duplex.
Domestic and family violence continues to rise across Queensland, affecting thousands of families each year. Many families have nowhere to turn, making safe accommodation and practical support more critical than ever.
Icon’s $45,000 donation will enable StandbyU to respond swiftly and effectively, providing families with safety, stability, and essential support during their time of need.
StandbyU Founder Chris Boyle said the generosity of Icon reflects the best of community spirit at a time when demand for safety and support is at an all-time high.
“This incredible effort from Icon shows what happens when a community puts compassion into action. Their ongoing support helps us create safe spaces and safety pathways for families who urgently need protection. We’re deeply grateful for the heart behind this partnership.”
Icon General Manager Jarrod Gill said Icon contributes time, skills, and resources through its partnership with Standbyu to create safe, welcoming environments for vulnerable families, including support earlier this year in the refurbishment of a duplex.
“Our team cares deeply about giving back, and StandbyU’s work is something that really resonates with us. These BBQs started small, but the response from our staff and tradies has been incredible, everyone wants to help. We’re incredibly proud of the team’s fundraising efforts and we know it’s going to make a meaningful difference for families who need it most.”
Representatives from Icon will visit Magnolia Place on Wednesday, 17 December at 1:30pm to formally present the funds to StandbyU Foundation. Media are invited to attend.
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About us:
StandbyU is an Australian owned not-for-profit social enterprise, committed to helping people stay safe through easy to use solutions that combine the strength of human connections with proven, innovative technologies.
Established in Brisbane in 2018, we provide end-to-end safety solutions to government, corporate organisations and individuals across Australia.
Our person-centred solutions support the safety of children, young people and adults experiencing domestic violence, lone workers, and people who choose independent living, and ensure each person's specific situation and needs are considered.
StandbyU embraces diversity and our team is made up of people from different backgrounds, experiences and skills. What they have in common is a commitment to providing the best service to the people we support in a caring, professional manner, and a desire to deliver positive outcomes for our partners, clients, customers, and the communities we work with.
Contact details:
Media Contact:
Kylie Brunker – 0448 051 230
Communications Manager, Icon
