(AU, 14211506904) Browse eventsVinnies changes lives..... St Vincent de Paul Society assists almost 400,000 Queenslanders in need each year. Voluntary members visit people in their homes, providing friendship and offering practical support. The Society also runs a range of support services including homelessness, aged care, refugees and at-risk youth. The Society runs three main appeals each year: General Appeal, Winter Appeal and Christmas Appeal. For information on the latest appeal visit www.vinnies.org.au.
(AU, 98065827787) Browse eventsRuah is a community services organisation based in Perth, Western Australia. We work in partnership with citizens who require support to improve the quality of their lives and participate more fully in the community. We provide services in housing and homelessness including a drop in centre in the CBD, providing food, shower facilities, clothing as well as advocacy and referrals. On average we have 130 people through our doors daily. Our goal is to move beyond service delivery to implementing solutions that end homelessness Ruah also provides community mental health services including Recreation and the Wellness Recovery Action Plan. Our programs are recovery focused and aim to provide individualized assistance to improve quality of life and build resilience. Our vision is to empower individuals to participate in the community and achieve their personal aspirations. We also provide services for those suffering from Family and Domestic Violence. We have two refuges in Perth which we maintain as safe spaces for women and children, where we provide accommodation, food and personal support. Our services are founded upon our core values of respect, integrity and partnership. We are committed to empowering vulnerable and disadvantaged people to make meaningful change in their lives through the provision of quality support services.
(AU, 305817) Browse eventsHeyswood is a traditional campsite set in 25 acres. Heyswood has many opportunities for enjoying the out of doors including camping, indoor accommodation (BP Lodge & the Activity Centre), day/evening use. We are currently fundraising to refurbish BP Lodge & increase toilets and showers for campers.
(AU, 28001154481) Browse eventsAn independent not-for-profit charity. All Aboriginal governed organisation, located in the heart of Redfern and lying in the traditional lands of the Gadigal people - part of the Eora Nation. Current assets include 41 freehold rental properties mostly around Sydney, with some in regional NSW - to meet Aboriginal families' housing needs. The first community housing provider in Australia, incorporated in 1973 as a company limited by guarantee. Final Development Application approval for the Pemulwuy Project was granted by the NSW Planning Department in June 2009, following a 2 year process.. It will redevelop and breathe new life into the land colloquially known as “The Block," allowing a strong Indigenous community, housing within this historical Redfern location. The Pemulwuy Project delivers a sustainable mixed used site; including social and affordable housing for 62 Aboriginal families, mixed Aboriginal/non-Aboriginal student accommodation for 154, commercial childcare space for 60 children, other commercial and retail space, a gallery and a gymnasium. This thriving hub of enterprise and community breaks new ground, paving the way for Aboriginal managed and self determined housing.