The Gift of Giving in Adelaide this Christmas

Parents Who Have Been There support local Neonatal units and the community via various support intiatives such as monthly morning tea visits and monthly Dinner’s On Us in the local Neonatal units, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day special morning tea and gift bags, Christmas gift bags, Country Mum Essential packs, along with Neonatal Parent Playgroups in the community.

It is entirely run by volunteers and relies solely on donations.

This Christmas you can ‘sponsor a Christmas bag’ for just $8 which will create a bag for a family who is currently going through a neonatal journey. The bags contain essentials, treats and items that will help to put a smile on the face of these parents during what is a hard time.

It’s $8 to sponsor a Christmas bag however donations will be used for other items too such as practical support for families- Uber Eats vouchers, hospital parking passes, food hampers and more.

Click here to donate.

As you can imagine, hospital can be a scary and lonely place for a child…but you can brighten their day by giving them an ‘Elliot’ toy dog. 

Elliot is the Childhood Cancer Association mascot and friend to children with cancer and their families. 

An Elliot is given to every child who is diagnosed with cancer and referred to the Childhood Cancer Association, who are now supporting more than 400 local families every year. 

For $40, your tax-deductible gift will bring a smile to a sick child’s face. Then we’ll hang an Elliot Christmas ornament on our tree, with your name, to acknowledge your gift. 

Please buy online at https://childhoodcancer.asn.au/christmas-gift/kia/ 

You can watch this video to learn more about Elliot by clicking here.

Christmas time can be the toughest time of the year for many.

This Christmas, AnglicareSA’s Emergency Assistance services expects a higher demand for material and financial support as family budgets are stretched even further.

AnglicareSA’s 2024/25 Christmas Appeal has launched this festive season with the hope of raising more than $100,000 to support South Australians in need.
The Christmas Appeal is a major fundraiser to support AnglicareSA’s Emergency Assistance Service which provides short-term food relief, clothing, and other household necessities to people in financial crisis. Donate today to help fellow South Australians in need and spread some extra cheer this festive season.

Please help us to spread hope by donating to the Christmas Appeal today and show families who are struggling there are people who care.
AnglicareSA Christmas Appeal or call 8305 9200 / donate@anglicaresa.com.au

Volunteer at this city charity dedicated to helping people experiencing homelessness rebuild their lives. When you become a volunteer, you will be invited into the kitchen at Hutt St Centre to help prepare and serve the meals you’ve provided, enabling you to feel the impact your donation has, and to understand the significance of a hot meal and a friendly face for people facing homelessness. Find out more here.

The lead up to Christmas is an incredibly stressful time for families already struggling to make ends meet.

Treasure Boxes has sadly seen a huge rise in the amount of young families and single mums (who have fled from domestic violence) here in Adelaide who are in crisis mode after the sudden rise in cost of living. And in most cases, babies and children are forced to go without essential products like nappies and don’t have access to basic things they need to keep them safe, warm and clean. 

From now until Christmas, Treasure Boxes will be opening their doors direct to the general public to ensure struggling SA families can immediately access basic essentials – and Christmas gifts for children – in time for Christmas Day. Through this new service, they hope to provide enormous relief for hundreds of children and families in the lead up to the holiday season.

The Christmas Family Support Program will provide help for families who need a helping hand and offer items to families with a current Health care card for a fraction of the retail cost, saving families hundreds of dollars over the holiday period and most importantly – reducing the risk of falling deeper into financial hardship.

You can support families here by making a donation to purchase items on their behalf.

The Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal helps everyone. They receive a lot of gifts for children, but also distribute gifts for everyone that might be having a hard time.  Visit your local Kmart to choose a present for someone in need. It’s also a great way to teach your kids about giving & helping those less fortunate than themselves.

Make a donation to the WCH Foundation who support the work of the fantastic Women’s and Children’s Hospital or spare some time and volunteer. Check out their website to find an option that suits you.

Donate the spare change in your car to the Salvation Army bell-ringers. We all have ungodly amounts of change lying around, especially in our cars. Put those coins to good use and donate them! Grab a few coins every time you come across a bell-ringer and toss them into the bucket. It may seem like very little, but all that money adds up quickly. You can also donate a gift online through their “wishes” program.

Head to their website for more information.

Remember to pop next door to make sure your neighbours are OK and wish them a Merry Christmas! Particularly those without any family would appreciate someone to chat to on Christmas morning, an invite for a cup of tea or a little homemade gift.