Capspace is honoured to be a principal partner and sponsor of Abbotsford Juniors Football Club (AJFC), supporting the next generation of footballers in the community. As a provider of innovative lending solutions to growing SMEs, Capspace is driven by a mission to create opportunities and deliver meaningful impact. Beyond business, they are deeply committed to empowering the community, supporting young athletes, and building a brighter future for generations to come.
Recognised excellence
As a 2024 Finalist for Non-Bank of the Year and Innovator of the Year, Capspace embodies the same drive for innovation and excellence seen in the young athletes at Abbotsford Juniors. These accolades reflect a shared commitment between Capspace and AJFC to strive for success both on and off the field.
Deep community connections
Capspace’s connection to Abbotsford Juniors goes well beyond sponsorship. Two Capspace directors, Julio Labraga and John Encina, proudly play for the Club. Their passion for the game and dedication to teamwork mirror Capspace’s ethos of building strong relationships and achieving ambitious goals.
Both Julio and John are not only players but active supporters of the Abbotsford Juniors’ mission, contributing to the club’s growth and community spirit.
“Capspace has a longstanding history with Abbotsford Juniors Football Club. We have been coaches, managers, and volunteers at the Club. And our children are past and present players. This partnership is exciting for us as it will see us working together on a range of community initiatives over the coming years.” – John Encina, Director, Capspace.
Celebrating women in sport
Capspace strongly advocates for the growth of female football, believing that empowering girls through sport builds confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills. They are the proud sponsor of the Capspace Cup, an annual event celebrating the incredible talent and potential of AJFC female teams.
The Capspace and AJFC partnership provides the perfect foundation for the Club’s “Introduction to Football” event for girls. This annual event for girls who are new to football provides a safe and friendly environment for players to learn and practice their basic football skills prior to joining their teams in training and games during the regular season.
The Capspace Cup provides a fun way for these players to have their first introduction to the game of football and underscores the Capspace commitment to creating opportunities for girls and young women in sport.
Inspiring the Next Generation
The Capspace and AJFC partnership is further strengthened through their connection to Matilda’s star Kyah Simon, who has joined Capspace as their Community Ambassador. Kyah’s role includes inspiring the next generation, raising awareness of Capspace’s range of community initiatives, and exemplifying the values of determination, resilience, and teamwork that Abbotsford Juniors instils in its players.
With Kyah’s leadership and Capspace’s ongoing support, they aim to create meaningful opportunities that empower AJFC players to thrive both on and off the pitch.
Together with Abbotsford Juniors Football Club, Capspace is proud to support a thriving, inclusive football community that inspires the leaders of tomorrow.
Who is Capspace?
The Capspace story began in 2020, driven by a vision to shake up the private lending space. The four founders, each with deep expertise from top-tier global financial institutions and the property sector, came together to make a difference.
As an Australian non-bank lender, Capspace provides innovative lending solutions to growing Australian SMEs. By securing loans with bricks-and-mortar and business assets, Capspace empowers SMEs while safeguarding investor capital.
With over 100 years of collective experience, Capspace’s directors are complemented by a team of specialists in SME lending, credit and portfolio management, and legal expertise.
Recognised for their excellence and innovation, Capspace not only helps businesses thrive with tailored funding solutions but also offers investors access to private debt opportunities that deliver consistent and reliable returns.
At Capspace, relationships, security, and transparency are at the heart of everything they do, reflecting their dedication to helping clients grow their wealth.