$600 000 raised for drought and bushfire-affected communities.

Bunnings chief operating officer Debbie Poole said the team at Bunnings was thrilled to get behind the barbecues and help raise much-needed funds.

“We are so grateful that people from across Australia dropped by their local Bunnings on Friday to buy a snag and donate to help those in need,” she said.

“The result would not have been possible without their generosity.

“We know the team at GIVIT will direct the funds raised to where they’re needed most.

“GIVIT works closely with charities, community groups and councils in affected areas.”

In addition to the national sausage sizzle fundraiser, Bunnings store team members in affected communities have been on the ground supporting evacuation centres and those impacted where possible.

GIVIT chief executive officer Sarah Tennant said the national charity was overjoyed by the amount raised.

“One hundred per cent of the money GIVIT receives from Bunnings will be used to purchase vital items for farmers and communities in drought-affected regions, and supporting the countless households and communities affected by terrifying bushfires.”