At The Calile we believe a night’s sleep should feel good in more ways than one, which is why for every stay we donate $5 to local charities and organisations making a quiet but lasting difference in our community. It happens automatically, every room, every night, all year round, because giving back is simply part of who we are.
We are fortunate to be surrounded by people doing remarkable things, from artists and educators to those working quietly behind the scenes to make our city richer, more vibrant and more generous. Supporting them is our way of recognising that the strength of a community lies in the people who shape it.
This October and November our Stay and Donate partner is the Australian Chamber Orchestra, an ensemble celebrated not only for its virtuosity but also for its ability to reimagine classical music with freshness and vitality, sharing performances that move seamlessly from the grandest of concert halls to intimate regional schools. Their music begins with strings yet resonates far beyond, carrying with it the gift of access, imagination and connection.
As always, your stay makes a difference, but if you feel inclined you can join us in doubling that impact by matching our nightly donation when you book or by simply letting reception know during your stay.
Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) – October & November 2025
The Australian Chamber Orchestra is a world-class ensemble with a local heartbeat, bringing music to life in ways that move far beyond the stage. Whether performing in grand concert halls or remote school rooms, they champion access to the arts and spark imagination in every corner they reach. Their sound may begin with strings, but its impact is symphonic – stirring, generous and made to be shared.
REVERSE GARBAGE QUEENSLAND – August & September 2025
Not all treasure glitters. Some is offcuts, overlooked, or tossed aside until it finds new life in creative hands. Part supply store, part creative sanctuary, Reverse Garbage Queensland is a not-for-profit organisation, championing a circular economy and community connection. Their Woolloongabba warehouse buzzes with workshops, school programs, exhibitions, and curious minds, proving that sustainability and imagination go hand in hand.
By supporting Reverse Garbage Queensland, we back a movement that values purpose over convenience and creativity with conscience.
INSTITUTE OF MODERN ART (IMA) – July 2025
Celebrating 50 years in 2025, the IMA is Australia’s oldest independent public gallery. Always free and open to all, it’s more than a gallery—it’s a space for dialogue, reflection, and cultural growth, just a short stroll from our doors.
MICAH PROJECTS – April, May & June 2025
Micah Projects is a not-for-profit organisation committed to providing services and opportunities in the community to create justice and respond to injustice. They are tireless in supporting those most in need of housing, healthcare, support, safety, justice, and meaningful connection.
They provide support services tailored to an individual’s needs and capacity, helping those in crisis and needing support; experiencing or at risk of homelessness; experiencing domestic and family violence; part of a family in crisis; young pregnant mothers, young parents and their families; survivors of institutional child abuse; experiencing chronic homelessness; who require housing with extra on-site support; vulnerable and unable to access mainstream healthcare; socially isolated, marginalised and excluded from opportunity.
AUSTRALASIAN DANCE COLLECTIVE (ADC) – February & March 2025
We know talent when we see it and ADC has it in spades – carving out a name for itself nationally for its bold and exciting performances that push the boundaries on dance and performance. So more than a dance ensemble, ADC is a true collective with a multi-armed and trans-generational approach featuring five core foundations: 1) the ‘Company’ is an extraordinary ensemble of six professional dancers; 2) a Youth Ensemble for young dancers aged 14-19; 3) a Mature Ensemble with no age limit; 4) a Pre-Professional Program to progress new talent; and 5) a First Collective Residency with BlakDance to support established and emerging First Nations choreographers and dancers.
YALARI – December & January
Yalari is a not-for-profit organisation providing full secondary school scholarships to Indigenous children from regional and remote communities around Australia, offering access to quality education at leading boarding schools.
Yalari believes education is the key to generational change and a brighter future for Indigenous Australians. Combining scholarships with comprehensive support and post-school pathways programs, students are empowered to realise their potential as the next generation of leaders, creating meaningful impact within their communities and beyond.
