The event attracted more than 1000 families, and will return to the Albury Botanic Gardens on March 29.

"It's thanks to our committee and a number of sponsors that in 16 months we've handed out to the community and charities up to $48,000," committee chairman Vince Glenane said.

"It was only a thought out of the blue to have a go at this, and we're really happy."

Committee member Diane Sibbald said the event was on par with its inaugural year.

"There's not a lot of family events, so it's really important to have a local family day and pick local charities to support, so that people can see a direct benefit," she said.

The fundraiser adds another $6000 to Hilltop's upgrades, which will begin soon and will increase capacity by 3650 guest nights each year.

It's planned this donation will go specifically towards improving disabled access at the Keene Street site.

At Betty's Place's, the money will help women who have left dangerous situations to re-establish their lives.

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Davina Jackson said many of the women they supported left a home with nothing.

"It's helping with everyday things that people take for granted ... from pyjamas to white goods," she said.

Boys to the Bush, which runs camps for young men at-risk, will fit out a new office in Albury.

With Hilltop, Boys to the Bush has also received federal government money in the last 12 months to take the not-for-profits to the next level amid strong demand.