ABOUT
We understand what motivates Australians to give to the sport they love.
Elite Sports Philanthropy specialises in providing philanthropic strategic advice to the sports industry. Our expertise blends philanthropic support across the private sector, families, individuals, trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, memberships and broad-based community supporters.
The ESP partnership was formed in 2020 and brings together three major players in the sports arena. We offer unrivalled value combining trusted sports philanthropy, business and sports facility expertise.
A new event is coming
Introducing the 10.4.100 Challenge
Launching in 2025
How far can your Club go to raise vital philanthropic support…
DIRECTORS
Greg Campitelli - Director
Greg specialises in fundraising and philanthropic strategic advice to the education, sports, health and not-for-profit sectors. He is recognised as one of Australia’s most innovative and strategic philanthropic thinkers. Greg’s consultancy has raised $50M+ solely via philanthropic capital campaigns.
Chris Dare - Director
Chris is a leading stadia and elite training and administration facility advisor to professional sports clubs, national/state sports organisations and government sporting bodies. He is known for procuring and negotiating multi-party funding and has raised over $800M in the last three years alone.
Rob Threlfall - Director
Rob delivers a wide range of business consulting services to elite and community sport organisations. Rob is a highly qualified and skilled business professional, having worked for many years in the sport and the commercial sector, including 15 years as chief financial officer of the Geelong Cats.
Teisha Archer - Senior Consultant
Teisha has over 15 years’s experience fundraising with renowned expertise in capital campaigns and major gift fundraising through individuals, PAFs, trusts, foundations and bequests. She has led the fundraising of over $75 million and is recognised nationally for her work in identifying the best fundraising strategies, articulating a strong case for support and implementing successful fundraising programs while leading and supporting highly productive teams at for-purpose organisations.
Emily Kingston - Consultant
Emily is a brand communications expert with a strong understanding of the omni-channel marketing landscape. Her agency experience combined with her love of sport - having represented Victoria in netball since she was 11 - has seen her combine her two passions here at Elite Sports Philanthropy.
Carly Luke - Consultant
Carly is an experienced communications professional and passionate educator, brand builder and reputation protector. After founding her successful PR agency Circus Media, she launched The Digital Athlete, a consultancy that educates and empowers athletes in harnessing social media and is now working in the NIL space in the US. Carly was previously on the Board of Lacrosse Australia, as well as Geelong Community Foundation.
Ian Jickell - Consultant
Ian’s global career within the sport and entertainment sector has established him as a leader in driving strategic and purpose driven outcomes. Uniquely for brands, agencies and sporting organisations, Ian has delivered innovative and successful fundraising and cause orientated marketing programs, surpassing a range of strategically driven objectives. As a lifelong learner, Ian has recently completed the premier Sports Philanthropy Executive Certificate program from George Washington University.
Building philanthropic revenue is critical to the future of Australian sports clubs.
Image Source: Geelong Football Club
SERVICES
ESP works closely with clients to generate sustained philanthropic interest.
Building Capability
Capital Campaigns
Major Gifts
Stewardship and Recognition
Bequest Programs
Trusts and Foundations
Feasibility Studies
CSR Partnerships
Operational Fundraising Plans
Workshops and Mentoring
Memberships and Annual Giving
Blue Sky Opportunities
Our philosophy is to guide and mentor sporting organisations to implement successful philanthropic initiatives.
Clients*
*Some clients listed appear under 'Campitelli Consultancy' banner.
CONTACT
Strengthen your organisation’s
philanthropic community.
All elite sporting organisations are interested in ways to enhance revenue streams, tell a compelling story and embed their brand in the wider community. ESP provides advisory and practical pathways to diversify and grow a philanthropic income base.
