5 May 2026: The Travis Schultz Winemakers Masterclass, backed by NAB for SunnyKids, has raised $216,300 following a sold-out lunch held on Friday, marking the 14th year of the Sunshine Coast fundraiser.
Attended by 380 guests, the event featured leading Australian winemakers including Geoff Merrill Wines, O’Leary Walker and Mayfield Vineyard, with funds raised directly supporting SunnyKids’ mission to break the cycle of domestic violence and fund their programs for vulnerable children and families.
Over the past 14 years, the event has raised more than $2.5 million, contributing to initiatives such as SunnyKids in Schools and Mentoring Through Sports.
Event founder Travis Schultz OAM said the continued support of the business community has been central to the event’s long-term success.
“This event has always been about bringing the business community together to make a tangible difference, and what’s been most rewarding is seeing that commitment grow year after year.
“Fourteen years on, the level of support we continue to see speaks volumes about the Sunshine Coast community and its willingness to get behind organisations like SunnyKids that are delivering real outcomes for disadvantaged children and families,” said Schultz.
Demand for SunnyKids’ services continues to grow across the region, with increasing numbers of children and families requiring early intervention and support.
SunnyKids CEO Kathleen Hope said the result highlights both the strength of community support and the importance of early intervention.
“The funds raised through this event will go directly towards supporting children and families who need it most, particularly through our school-based and mentoring programs.
“Early intervention is critical. Without it, many of these young people fall through the cracks, so the support from the community through events like this allows us to step in early and change the trajectory for children at risk,” said Hope.
Funds raised will support SunnyKids’ early intervention programs, providing practical support and mentoring to children at risk across the region.
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