CommitLocal – Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started

What is CommitLocal?

CommitLocal is a community impact ecosystem that makes local contributions at every postcode/zipcode/township level, visible, credible, and connected. That helps businesses, not-for-profits, sporting clubs, community groups and governments clearly show the positive contributions they make to their local community.

We exist to make the invisible visible.

Who is CommitLocal for?

CommitLocal is designed for small, medium and large businesses, not-for-profits, sporting clubs, community groups, councils, governments and agencies that contribute to people, place, opportunity, or community wellbeing.

Who is CommitLocal not for?

CommitLocal may not be suitable if you are only looking for advertising, are unwilling to stand behind your contributions, or do not wish to have content reviewed for accuracy and integrity.

Is CommitLocal only for Tasmania?

No. While CommitLocal is founded in Tasmania, the system is scaling globally.

Is CommitLocal about Buying Local?

No. While it is beneificial to buy local, the fact is we live in an interconnected world. Many things we buy have a component that is not local. So buy local cannot apply to literaly everything. CommitLocal is literally focused on local economy participants and what they contribute to that local economy.

Managed Service

What is the CommitLocal managed service?

The managed service means the CommitLocal team sets up and curates your organisation’s presence for you — reducing workload while ensuring quality, accuracy, and credibility.

What does the managed service include?

The managed service typically includes creation of your organisation profile, structured community contribution content, alignment to impact themes, quality review, and publishing.

What do we need to provide?

Usually just basic organisation details, logo and any existing materials such as your website or brochures. We keep the process simple and respectful of your time.

How long does setup take?

Most managed setups are completed within 7–14 days, depending on complexity and review requirements.

Can we review content before it goes live?

Yes. Organisations can review content before publication, or choose to trust the CommitLocal team to publish directly.

Community Contributions

What counts as a community contribution?

Contributions may include simply your organisation existing, paying taxes, paying rent/rates, emplopying people, training, sponsorships, volunteering, community programs, essential services, or activities that support wellbeing and inclusion.

We’re just a business – do we really have impact?

Yes. You pay taxes, maybe employ people, supporting suppliers, training staff, and operating responsibly all create genuine community impact.

Can we include past contributions?

Yes. Past contributions can be included and clearly dated to help tell a complete and authentic story.

Verification & Trust

Is CommitLocal verified?

Yes. CommitLocal applies a review and verification process to ensure content is accurate, fair, and credible.

What happens if content is disputed?

If content is questioned, it is reviewed and may be clarified, amended, or removed to maintain platform integrity.

Visibility & Value

Who can see our CommitLocal profile?

Profiles are publicly visible and designed to be shared with customers, councils, funders, partners, and the broader community.

Can this be used for grants or reporting?

Yes. Organisations can use CommitLocal as supporting evidence for grants, tenders, ESG reporting, and stakeholder communication.

Pricing & Plans

How much does CommitLocal cost?

Pricing varies by organisation type and size. All pricing is clearly explained before onboarding.

What is “The Hundred”?

The Hundred refers to the first group of organisations joining CommitLocal at foundational pricing and recognition levels.

DIY Platform

Will we be able to manage this ourselves later?

Yes. A self-managed platform is planned, allowing organisations to update profiles and contributions independently. This will not impact verification processes which will still need to be adhered to.

Support & Boundaries

Can we request changes after launch?

Yes. Revisions are included during onboarding. Ongoing changes may be made separately.

Can CommitLocal be used as my website?

Yes. If your website does not require customistation then it makes sense to use your CommitLocal page as your landing page as it has all and more information a website has. As Commitlocal grows your organisation will also be more easily found.

What is not included in the managed service?

Marketing campaigns, custom graphic design, legal advice, and your own website redevelopment are not included.

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