Touched by Olivia (AU, 18123509008) Browse events

Touched by Olivia build Inclusive Playspaces for Australian communities. Special places where children of all abilities can play side by side. While our playspaces have the usual swings and slides, every aspect is designed to create a level playing field for children of all abilities and special needs. We believe that all children can lead healthier and happier lives, and it is our mission to advocate for an inclusive society, connected by play through our ‘Livvi’s Place’ National Network of inclusive playspaces. Touched By Olivia was founded in 2006, in memory of Olivia Perkins.

Cara (AU, 22813645129) Browse events

We work in partnership with people living with disability, their families and the community, to create a better life. We focus on people with significant and multiple disabilities and complex needs. We assist people in their daily lives with support to live at home, to take a break, to get out and have fun, to learn and grow.

Interchange Illawarra Inc (AU, 98584619655) Browse events

Provides quality, person-centred support for people with a disability, their carers and families, utilising a partnered approach, recognising the family as part of this process. Emphasises choice and self-determination, enhancing lifestyle through independence and personal support networks. Support services range from carer respite, social support, leisure and work experience, developing personal goals, social opportunities and provision of information.

CINI Australia, Child In Need India (AU, 50142493570) Browse events

CINI Australia is working with Child In Need Institute, India to address the fundamental causes of poverty with some of the most disadvantaged people in India.  Programs focus on health, nutrition, education and protection of disadvantaged women and children.  Local women are empowered to be the center of change in their communities.   Health and nutrition programs start in early pregnancy to prevent malnutrition in the mother and her growing baby. Antenatal care and safe childbirth give a baby the best start in life. The next step for families to move out of poverty is education for their children.  CINI supports preschool preparation, enrollment and retention in schooling.  CINI works in rural villages and inner city slums and reach children living on the streets, children of sex workers and children on the railways of Kolkata.  An Australia dollar can go a long way where many people live on less than $2 a day and over 40% of children do not have adequate nutrition. Your contribution can help make real and lasting change.  CINI Australia is a non aligned non religious organisation. Thank you for your support. Our current fundraiser is http://cycle.gofundraise.com.au/page/CycleForChange2015

Deaf Society of NSW (AU, 21952195236) Browse events

Deaf Society of NSW believes in equity for deaf people. We’ve provided specialist support services/programs for people who are deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing, and their families since 1913. Services include individual and family support/referral, independent living skills training, sign language interpreting, courses, employment service, deaf awareness training, advocacy.

ICARE (AU, ICARE - N/A) Browse events

Empowering Women and Youth through Education. ICARE (International Christian Aid Relief Enterprises Ltd), is an Australian charity that supports communities in India, Thailand, Uganda, Kenya, and the Philippines by helping children afford to attend school; by training women and youth; and by empowering and educating communities to improve their environment, sanitation, health, and hygiene.

Human Kind Project (AU, 72359495795) Browse events

Human Kind Project works with the best not for profit organisations in the world. We fund projects, acting as trusted advisors to help to deliver this important work. At Human Kind Project we have a big mission but we need partners like you to help us. Together we want to make the world a better place to live in through improving the not for profit industry from the inside out, globally. We believe in Business for Good. We believe in People for purpose. We believe in speaking the truth. We are human. We are kind. We are you.

The Joanne Tubb Foundation (AU, 22558863889) Browse events

Around one in twelve children in Australia have a disability. About half of these children are profoundly affected in their ability to undertake basic day-to-day activities. Disability not only affects a child’s health but every aspect of their life and experiences. In the early years of life, children with physical disabilities often struggle to achieve basic development goals such as rolling, sitting, crawling and taking those ever-so-important first steps.  The mission of the Joanne Tubb Foundation is to improve the well-being of children through the support and promotion of paediatric training and skill development.  The Joanne Tubb Foundation was founded by family and friends of Jo. As the Foundation continues to mature and grow, its mission will remain steadfast. Our mission: To support the development of services for children with physical and functional disabilities. To promote skill development and advanced training of health professionals (such as physiotherapists) working with children. To increase awareness of the importance of a child’s mobility, independence and function. The Joanne Tubb Foundation does not receive any government funding and relies solely on the generosity of community members.

Hannahs Foundation (AU, 75168376778) Browse events

Hannahs Foundation - Drowning prevention, awareness and support in Australia. A registered charity providing support to families who are tragically affected by drowning and injuries through drowning to all age groups. Hannahs Foundation provides a number of services - 24 hour support line, peer group support, professional counselling, education support for children and workplace assistance rehabilitation programs, funeral assistance payments, coronial support and submissions and general support as requested and approved by the Board to families. We thank you for supporting Hannahs Foundation and its family members.

The Junction Works (AU, 79133200905) Browse events

The Junction Works has a pool of experienced and dedicated staff as well as an exceptional group of volunteers and supporters.

Kids Plus Foundation (AU, 83105087518) Browse events

Kids Plus Foundation is a small charity providing over 3600 hours of early intervention therapy each year for babies and children with Cerebral palsy and other similar physical disabilities, across Geelong and the Barwon Region of Victoria. Cerebral palsy is the most common physical disability in Australia. Kids Plus Therapy Program focuses on helping children achieve the daily functional activities the rest of us take for granted; co-ordination, mobility, eating and drinking, self care and communication.

Carers Australia (AU, 12231938308) Browse events

Carers Australia is the national peak body representing Australia’s carers, advocating on behalf of Australia’s carers to influence policies and services at a national level. It works collaboratively with partners and its member organisations, the Network of state and territory Carers Associations, to deliver a range of essential national carer services.

Lifes for Living Inc (AU, 43242247657) Browse events

Life's for Living Inc. is a non-government, not-for-profit disability organisation that supports adults with disabilities to live in the community. Our purpose is to provide support to ensure they have the greatest possible degree of dignity and independence as a valued citizen.

Ability First Australia Ltd (AU, 33103184550) Browse events

Ability First Australia is a national body of leading disability organisations working to achieve a fair go for Australians living with a disability. These organisations are amongst Australia’s oldest and most respected charities. All were established from the 1920’s onwards to support children living with the results of polio, cerebal palsy and related conditions.

Friends of Refugees Inc (AU, 16623489464) Browse events

Friends of Refugees (FOR) was formed in early 2013, emerging as a practical response to address the needs of the huge number of asylum seekers released from detention centres to live in the Australian community, without much support put in place. Asylum seekers are one of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged groups in Australia. Asylum seekers in Australia have no guaranteed right to income, healthcare or settlement services. FOR grew out of providing material aid to new arrivals and quickly adapted to meet other emerging needs. We support asylum seekers and refugees in our local community by providing quality donated items, support services and community engagement.   FOR supports asylum seekers and refugees both in detention and in the community. FOR is a volunteer run charity and is able to operate by the generous donations of concerned and compassionate Australians who contribute to our work. The funds will go towards a much needed printer/copier/scanner that will be primarily used  for the FOR education support program. On behalf of everyone at Friends of Refugees, we would like to thank you for donating to our organization. Your support allows us to continue our much needed work supporting and aiding refugees and asylum seekers entering Australia. For more information go to: http://www.friendsofrefugees.org.au

ACON (AU, 58788360434) Browse events

Hope for Change Inc. (AU, 80625227623) Browse events

Hope for Change works to better the lives of under-privileged individuals and families by meeting needs and actively working to eliminate the causes of poverty.

Australian Marriage Equality- Tasmania (AU, INC9884513) Browse events

  Australian Marriage Equality is calling for donations to help us publish advertisements urging the Tasmanian Upper House to support marriage equality. Tasmania is poised to become the first place in Australia to allow same-sex couples to marry. Our print ads send a strong message to decision-makers that marriage equality is about strengthening families. The ads feature real Tasmanian families. Same-sex couples and our families cannot thank you enough for your contribution.   Australian Marriage Equality (AME) is a national organisation working for equal marriage rights for all Australians regardless of their gender or sexuality.  Australian Marriage Equality has run many successful campaigns that have lead to marriage equality being endorsed by the Tasmanian government, the ACT Government, the Federal Labor Party and a majority of Australians.

Queensland Asbestos Related Disease Support Society Inc (AU, Queensland Asbestos Related Disease Support Society Inc - N/A) Browse events

The Society assists the community by providing support to those who have been affected by an asbestos related disease along with their family and friends as well as those unnessarily exposed to asbestos or who require further information regarding asbestos. The Society is a purely non-profit organization run by many volunteers.

Association for Children with a Disability (AU, Association for Children with a Disability - N/A) Browse events

The Association for Children with a Disability (ACD) provides information, support and advocacy to families of children with any type of disability in Victoria. Our Parent Support Line provides free information and support to families about any disability issue. We have over 3000 members and welcome new members and supporters.

Disability South West Limited (AU, 42483016622) Browse events

Disability South West was established as a project of the 1981 International Year of the Disabled Person. Since that time we have increased our services we provide to social support for people with acquired brain injuries and people with an moderate to severe intellectual disability, living skills, advocacy and information, flexible respite for children with challenging behaviours. we also auspice a toy library for special needs children and the community. We are based in South West Sydney and have strong local links to the community. in 2012 we provided over 50,000 hours of care.

Sailability NSW Manly Branch (Sailability NSW Inc) (AU, 92071811517) Browse events

Sailability NSW is the organisation that provides sailing opportunities for people who have a disability, from school children, to people who live in the community or in Group Homes. Manly Branch of Sailability NSW has participants and volunteers from Manly to Hornsby, West to Castle Hill and East to Mascot.

Children's Restoration Care Centre (Australia) (AU, 47790039773) Browse events

Children’s Restoration Care Centre Australia is a non-profit charitable organisation in partnership with Children’s Restoration Care Centre Uganda. We are a group of volunteers with the aim to help those in need in Jinja town Uganda to become self sustainable. Through projects such as • Community Development • Foster Care & Sponsorship We are working to ensure a better future for vulnerable children and their families.

Riding for the Disabled Association of Victoria (AU, 20130814132) Browse events

Riding for the Disabled Association of Victoria (RDAV) enables people with disabilities throughout the state to experience enjoyment, challenge and a sense of achievement through participation in horse related activities to improve their quality of life, attain personal goals and develop life skills.

Deaf Action Inc. (AU, 31884272774) Browse events

Deaf Action Inc is a partner organisation with World Relief Australia Inc. Deaf Action supports disadvantaged deaf communities in Asia, Africa & the Middle East by facilitating the running of schools, skills training centres and micro-enterprise ventures. Students beginning at kinder, through to college, are offered education through local sign language and skills training to assist them live self-sufficient and productive lives. Independence and self-confidence promotes stronger communities where assistance is otherwise lacking.