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Re-Gift January at Clovelly Community Bank

Re-Gift JanuaryThis January, you can help CaringKids by re-gifting Christmas Gifts at Clovelly Community Bank.

Re-Gift January will run until end of January.

Lions in Support of CaringKids Charity

At the 2023 National Lions Multiple District Convention at the Gold Coast the β€˜Lions in Support of CaringKids Charity’ project was adopted nationally from 2023-2026.

Lions Clubs across Australia will be bringing more joy to young carers by supporting this project. Lions Clubs across cities and towns are donating funds to create Joy Boxes and raise awareness of young carers.

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Officeworks staff and customers raise funds to bring joy to young carers

For the month of June, Officeworks customers in 13 locations have been encouraged to round up the cost of their Officeworks purchase to the nearest dollar at the check-out in store or online in support of CaringKids!

The Make a Difference Appeal is held as part of Officeworks’ People & Planet Positive Plan commitments to make a positive difference in the communities it operates. Last year’s Appeal raised more than $950,000 for 15 charities across Australia.

Thank you to all the Officeworks stores and the Space Planning and Merchandise Support Team for choosing to raise funds to bring joy to young carers this June ✨

Can you help us?

Carers Australia

There are more than 391,300 young carers in Australia providing care for a family member.

Can you help us to fill our young carer Joy Boxes with toys, school stationery, books and sports equipment. With your help, we can pack Joy Boxes full of fun, play and childhood experiences for young carers. Donate now!

Support Our Cause

CaringKids helps children burdened with adult responsibilities. These young carers take on tasks such as housework, shopping, cooking, dealing with health professionals and even taking on financial matters.

In order to look after a family member, young carers put caring before study, school and play time. They often have to cope with the financial hardship that goes hand in hand with the cost of caring for a family member living with a disability.

There are over 235,000 children and teenagers in Australia caring for a disabled or chronically ill family member. On average they spend 6 hours a week on caring duties.

Because of their caring commitments, 22% of young carers miss a day of school per week. As a result they are around 1.5 years behind in NAPLAN.

Give to connect Joy Boxes toΒ  young carers. Donations over $2 are tax-deductible.

CaringKids Toy Boxes

We help to bring joy to children caring for a family member living with a disability by delivering Toy Boxes to young carers. Our Joy Boxes are packed with toys, games and books that not only bring joy, but also allow children to learn and grow.

Just a few dollars can help put a smile on a child’s face.

If you would like young carers to experience the fun and carefree moments that we associate with childhood,Β  a tax-deductible donation of $75 will deliver a Toy Box to a child caring for a family member.

Our Toy Boxes are delivered to the doorstep of young carers across Australia.

December 18 at 2:53pm
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Diva Charity Incorporated hosted a toy drive in support of CaringKids for the third year in a row! Thank you Christina and all the Diva volunteers for hosting a toy drive and to… See more
Diva Charity Incorporated hosted a toy drive in support of CaringKids for the third year in a row! Thank you Christina and all the Diva volunteers for hosting a toy drive and to the local community for all your generous and thoughtful gifts for young carers. Your generosity and kindness means so much to young carers and their families. Wishing you all a very happy holiday season πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ„ 🎁 🌲
December 16 at 6:33pm
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December 9 at 9:46pm
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🫢🫢🫢Each year the support of the community for the Community Bank Clovelly Giving Tree has been growing, and it’s so special to be part of it. Thank you to Community Bank… See more
🫢🫢🫢Each year the support of the community for the Community Bank Clovelly Giving Tree has been growing, and it’s so special to be part of it. Thank you to Community Bank Clovelly for providing a space for the kindness and generosity of so many donors to be be shared amongst many local charities including CaringKids 🫢🫢🫢
November 15
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A huge thank you to all our community and corporate partners running CaringKids Toy Drives in their businesses and workplaces this year!

BGIS have kicked off their Giving Tree… See more

A huge thank you to all our community and corporate partners running CaringKids Toy Drives in their businesses and workplaces this year!

BGIS have kicked off their Giving Tree toy drive for 2024. The generosity of their staff, clients and vendors has been amazing to see.

The Giving Tree started with BGIS in
Canberra in 2019 and is now an annual charitable drive with over 1000 gifts donated last year to multiple charities!

We are so excited to be partnering
with BGIS again this year in their NSW, QLD and ACT offices.

Last year the BGIS team broke the record for toys donated and Joy Boxes made, and they rolled up their sleeves packing as much fun as they could in every box!

BGIS make an amazing difference and contribution to CaringKids and we thank them for their ongoing support πŸ«ΆπŸŽ„ 🎁 #bgis #spreadthejoy #youngcarers #caringkids

November 12
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Thank you Diva Charity Incorporated for coordinating a Toy Drive in support of CaringKids again this year ✨
🎁 πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ„ 🌲 #spreadthejoy #youngcarers
November 11
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A huge thanks and hello to our supporters the Leo Club of Kenmore State High School Brisbane! They have generously donated $1000 to create Joy Boxes for young carers, via the… See more
A huge thanks and hello to our supporters the Leo Club of Kenmore State High School Brisbane! They have generously donated $1000 to create Joy Boxes for young carers, via the @lionsaustralia β€˜Lions in Support of CaringKids Charity Project’.

Kenmore State High School is situated in the western suburbs of Brisbane and the Leo Club was established in 1999.

The Leos are part of the School and an arm of the Lions Club of Brisbane West.

This year the Leos raised funds from a variety of initiatives,including sausage sizzles, pancake breakfasts, bake sales, school sleep outs and movie days.

Consisting of students across each year level, the Leos have been centred on community endeavours, so they are proud to have contributed to CaringKids charity for the year.

We thank the Leo Club of Kenmore State High School for their outstanding achievement and service raising and donating $1000 to provide Joy Boxes to children caring for family members living with a disability or illness. πŸ₯‡ 🦁 @kenmoreshs @lionsbrisbanewest @lionsclubs #weserve #caringkids #spreadthejoy #youngcarers

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CaringKids is closed during the school holidays

Our office and toy workshop will be closed from Thursday, 19th December 2024 to Monday, 3rd February 2025.

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CaringKids

Caring Kids Incorporated
ABN 82 206 098 661

If you have questions about our Toy Boxes or would like more information about CaringKids, fill in the Contact Us form and we will get in touch with you soon. We welcome Toy Box feedback from children and families, share your feedback here.

Phone/Email Us

Phone: (02)Β 9247 7990
Email: info@caringkids.org.au

Opening Hours

Hours: By appointment
Our office and toy workshop will close on Thursday, 19th December 2024 and will re-open on Monday, 3rd February 2025.

Toy Workshop

CaringKids Toy Workshop
13-15 Baker Street
Banksmeadow NSW 2019

Postal Address

CaringKids
PO Box 91
Edgecliff NSW 2027