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Would you like to donate a toy? We signed up with ‘Simply Giving’ where you can shop for toys online. Toys you buy are shipped directly to us to add to our Joy Boxes. Your toy donation puts the ‘Joy‘ in our Toy Boxes.

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Who We Are

1 in 10 children in Australia have taken on caring for a family member with a disability. These adult responsibilities mean they often miss out on many of the joys of childhood that most kids take for granted.

CaringKids is a registered charity that recognises the role of these young carers and works to reduce their feelings of loneliness and social isolation, by sending them Toy Boxes, we like to call them Joy Boxes, packed with toys, games and books.

We are governed by a voluntary Board of Directors, and supported by a team of dedicated volunteers. CaringKids is supported by community fundraising, local grants and in-kind donations, such as toy storage and equipment.

Individuals, community and corporate groups collect and donate new toys, games, stationery, art and craft materials and sports equipment on our behalf. We use these to create the Toy Boxes that we deliver to young carers across Australia.

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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 to  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,  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.

20 hours ago
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“This morning I had received a text message for a delivery. I immediately felt this was a scam until I looked at the front door and saw the box.

Olivia came over. It had her… See more

“This morning I had received a text message for a delivery. I immediately felt this was a scam until I looked at the front door and saw the box.

Olivia came over. It had her name on it. We were both so excited as receiving this was not expected, Liv said when she opened it that it felt like Christmas.

She was filled with joy. I must admit so was I and we thank you for caring for my daughter as she does for me. Everything Olivia received was perfect for her age and needs. Thank you for the additional support 🙏”.

April 19 at 10:45am
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🤗 Thank you to our generous donors for filling up our Joy Boxes with beautiful new stationery, lunch boxes and puzzles 🧩! We make Joy Boxes for young carers across Australia all… See more
🤗 Thank you to our generous donors for filling up our Joy Boxes with beautiful new stationery, lunch boxes and puzzles 🧩! We make Joy Boxes for young carers across Australia all year round, you can donate toys and gifts online via our online toy store or drop-off donations at @clovellycommunitybank Click the link in our bio to find our donation guide or to visit our online toy store – click the buy a toy button in our bio 🧸 🏬 💗 ✨
April 6 at 2:28pm
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Thank you to all the A Wish come true community for helping to fill our Joy Boxes! 🎁
April 6 at 1:54pm
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♻️ CaringKids has partnered with ReCollect ♻️

1. Download the ReCollect app
2. Book a pick-up to recycle your used bottles and cans
3. Choose to donate funds to CaringKids!
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♻️ CaringKids has partnered with ReCollect ♻️

1. Download the ReCollect app
2. Book a pick-up to recycle your used bottles and cans
3. Choose to donate funds to CaringKids!
4. Tick YES for a tax receipt

♻️ What can I recycle?

♻️ Drink containers made of plastic, glass, aluminium, and liquid paperboard that are 150ml – 3L:

♻️Soft drink cans and bottles
♻️Bottled waters – both plastic and glass
♻️Small flavoured milk drinks
♻️ Juice boxes and poppers
♻️ Beer and cider cans and bottles
♻️ Spirit-based mixed drinks
♻️ Sports drinks

Eligible containers must display the 10c refund mark.

To find out more, swipe left and click the link in our bio 🧃

April 5 at 5:24pm
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😇 We have so many kind and generous supporters 💗

Thank you for your donations and helping to fill our Joy Boxes.

We accept donations all year round.

Young carers provide… See more

😇 We have so many kind and generous supporters 💗

Thank you for your donations and helping to fill our Joy Boxes.

We accept donations all year round.

Young carers provide care to their family members every day of the year, you can show them how amazing they are by donating items to fill our Joy Boxes at Community Bank Clovelly!

Clovelly Community Bank Branch
222-226 Clovelly Road
Clovelly NSW 2031

Donations are accepted during office hours Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Gift Guide:
https://caringkids.org.au/toy-donations/

We are unable to accept pre-loved donations for insurance reasons. Thank you for your kind support.

April 4 at 12:28pm
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“My son Jett recently received a Joy Box.

I just wanted to say thank you, he loves it and had been playing with it all.

He’s been drawing before and after school every day… See more

“My son Jett recently received a Joy Box.

I just wanted to say thank you, he loves it and had been playing with it all.

He’s been drawing before and after school every day since getting his box, he wanted to share some of the drawings he has done so far.

Thanks!”
Katie (Jett’s mum) 📬

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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) 9247 7990
Email: info@caringkids.org.au

Opening Hours

Hours: By appointment
Closed School Holidays

Toy Workshop

CaringKids Toy Workshop
13-15 Baker Street
Banksmeadow NSW 2019

Postal Address

CaringKids
PO Box 91
Edgecliff NSW 2027