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January 2012

The Smith Family's Back 2 School Day

Back 2 School Day is The Smith Family’s fundraising event for the big kid in all of us…
And it’s as easy as 1… 2… 3…

There are lots of ways you can get involved

Businesses: at your workplace and invite everyone to dust off the old school uniform and "come as they were", with food, fun and games.

Schools: reverse roles for the day as teachers and staff come dressed in school uniform, and the kids come dressed as what they want to be when they grow up.

Individuals and clubs: get sponsored to dress up and hold your own recess break with your friends and family.

It’s all happening in April. Register your interest now and Smith Family will send you an email next year when it is time to grab your old school tie, break out the fairy bread and let the fun and games begin! Pre-register for 2012

And it’s all for the best cause of all – our Aussie kids!

More than 100,000 disadvantaged children are being supported nationally through The Smith Family.  But with one in 10 Australian children currently living in disadvantage, there’s a high need for more help. We need to make sure that these children get the help they need to make the most of their education so they can break the cycle of disadvantage for good.
To find out more visit www.back2schoolday.com.au

And let the fun begin!

Christmas Appeal 2011 - Mission Australia

Australians all let us rejoice?

Not all Australians know the joy of Christmas.

On Maggie’s first Christmas, her dad left and never came back.

Her second Christmas was spent in a public housing unit, surrounded by strangers, while her mum worked to make ends meet.

Just after her third Christmas, Maggie was abused by her brother for the first time.

Thousands of Australian families like Maggie’s won’t be rejoicing this Christmas. 
Many of them are suffering from domestic abuse, are homeless or simply going through a tough time.

We need your help to change Australian lives for good this Christmas.

Help us make this Christmas a time to rejoice for all Australians. Donate to our Christmas Appeal.

$30 can help pay for a parenting workshop that aims to reduce child abuse
$60 can help pay for a qualified Case Manager for a child in need and their family
$90 can help pay for crisis or medium-term accommodation for a family in need

Please give to our Christmas Appeal today. Donate now.

November 2011

Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA) is the peak national body for prostate cancer in Australia. They are dedicated to:

• Investing in world leading prostate cancer research
• Raising awareness amongst Government, health professionals and the Australian community
• Supporting men and their families affected by prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in Australian men and the second most common cause of male cancer deaths. Sadly, this year almost 20,000 Australian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer and 3,300 men will die of the disease. What is not commonly understood is that men can be diagnosed with prostate cancer as early as in their forties.

For more information about prostate cancer, speak with your doctor, contact PCFA on free call 1800 22 00 99, or visit www.prostate.org.au.

Get into Movember – and help change the face of men’s health

Each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of moustaches on thousands of men’s faces in Australia and around the world.

Supported by the women in their lives, Mo Sistas, Movember Mo Bros raise funds by seeking out sponsorship for their Mo growing efforts.

Mo Bros effectively become walking, talking billboards for the 30 days of November and through their actions and words raise awareness by prompting private and public conversation around the often ignored issue of men’s health.

Funds raised are directed to programs of research and support into two major men’s health issues, specifically prostate cancer and depression.

Rock into Movember by becoming a Mo Bro or Mo Sista now.
CLICK HERE to register your support.

Girl Guides Quilt and Craft Show!

For more information e-mail: Girl Guides Queensland or phone: (07) 5463 5633

October 2011
PA Research Foundation

Get Quackin'
It's time for the Great Brisbane Duck Race

The Team Duck Race Challenge is part of the PA Research Foundation’s signature fundraiser the Great Brisbane Duck Race.  And it all happens by the river at West End on Sunday 30 October.

An event to celebrate those who have battled cancer, remember those who have lost their battle, to fight back against the disease and help find ways to live in a world with less cancer and more birthdays.
So we are asking you to get quacking and take on the Team Duck Race Challenge
to support this important cause!

The Team Challenge is your opportunity to stand out from the rest of the flock in Brisbane, duck out your Race Duck, work as a team, win prizes and raise funds for cancer research.

Those who participated last year had a ball.
This year, it’s an even bigger event with the duck race, team challenges – and more.
So, get staff and partners together and have a great day out on the river.
And enjoy a picnic hamper as part of the fun and festivities of the day.

So get your team together, register your duck and you’re away! You can elect to pay for your duck upfront. Or use the supplied fundraising form on the PA website to register your team’s duck. When organisers send out your Team Duck Race Kit you’ll be equipped with all the tools and resources you need for the fundraising to qualify your duck for the race. Once your team qualifies, you get  an invite to the pre event launch party, a picnic hamper and beverages on the day, the chance to participate in team challenges and of course the opportunity race your duck! For more information visit The Great Brisbane Duck Race!

August 2011
The Smith Family

The Smith Family is a national, independent children's charity helping disadvantaged Australian children get the most out of their education.
The Smith Family believes that education is the key to changing lives and supporting a child's education is the most effective way of breaking the cycle of disadvantage and ensuring access to the same learning opportunities as their peers.

By supporting The Smith Family through sponsorship you will be providing practical support with a disadvantaged child's education - both financial and emotional.

April 2011
Mater Little Miracles Easter Appeal

This April, you can make a positive difference in the lives of some of our smallest Queenslanders by supporting the Mater Little Miracles Easter Appeal.

The appeal, which runs from 1 to 30 April 2011, raises funds to support care and research at Mater.

Babies and children cared for at Mater are affectionately known as Mater Little Miracles.

Each and every one of Mater’s little patients is a miracle—from the newborn baby in Mater Mothers’ Hospitals to children battling serious illness in Mater Children’s Hospitals.

March 2011
Please Assist Australian Red Cross

About Red Cross
Our aim is to improve the lives of vulnerable people in Australia and overseas.

Red Cross aims to help the most vulnerable people who they are, no matter where they live. We offer relief in times of crisis, care when it’s needed most and commitment to building healthy communities.

From providing breakfast to hungry kids, to checking on the health of an elderly or isolated person living alone with a daily phone call, to reuniting families members torn apart by war, Red Cross is there. When lives are torn apart by floods, earthquakes, cyclones and fires Red Cross is at the forefront of the recovery efforts providing relief and support to the many survivors who lose their homes, their livelihoods and their loved ones.

With almost 100 million volunteers worldwide and 60,000 members and volunteers in Australia we reach people and places like no other.

Red Cross believes in the Power of Humanity, a powerful, world-changing sentiment that starts with one person who wants to make a difference.

How can you help?

December 2010
Help Vinnies To Make Tomorrow a Better Day
2010 Christmas Appeal

At St Vincent de Paul Society (Vinnies), we speak with many Australians suffering hardships throughout the year and encourage them to share with us what a day in their life is really like.

Many have walked us through a day living homeless on the streets: others suffering mental illness have expressed their anguish and social isolation. And families have told us of their daily struggle to feed, clothe and shelter their loved ones.

One common theme to emerge from listening to fellow Australians was that crippling financial problems are nothing compared to the emotional grief and anguish such hardship brings.

Every day, the St Vincent de Paul Society receives thousands of calls for help, and the added pressure at Christmas time sees this increase significantly.

This Christmas, you can help the St Vincent de Paul Society to make tomorrow a better day for people in need.

Your support will enable us to continue to provide material and financial assistance, essential support services, advocacy and friendship to Australians experiencing disadvantage.

To make a secure online financial donation to the 2010 Christmas Appeal and help support the work of the Society, please click donate now.

Wishing you a happy and safe Christmas from everyone at the St Vincent de Paul Society

November 2010
Mater Healthy Start - Take up a healthy habit now.

Stay on track by having friends, family & work colleagues as your sponsors.

November – just before the silly season starts – is possibly the best possible time of the year to introduce a new Healthy Habit to your life.

But it’s too easy to start out with great intentions and then fall by the wayside. We’ve all done that!

So, why not give yourself a head start on Healthy Start by enlisting some supporters that will help you stay on track?
You’ll reap the health benefits of your new habit. And patients at the Mater will gain by increased funding for research into diabetes and cancer.

What can you do?
Get in the mood by getting up a bit earlier, beginning your day with nice big glass of water and then launching into your chosen new habit.

What will it be?

• You could walk for half an hour.
• You can dust off that old exercise bike and clock up a few k’s.
• Get out the jump rope and give that a go each morning.
• Dance to the radio while you make yourself a lovely lunchtime salad.
• Invest in a half hour of yoga
• Do your stretches then swim a few laps

It’s your life; you decide. Make up your own healthy half-hour routine. Then go on and enjoy – knowing that you’re helping yourself and helping Mater to provide even more exceptional care to its patients.

To register your interest in Mater Healthy Start or for more information email here. Alternatively, view a brochure or visit their website.

Disclaimer: Mater accepts no liability for any advice given as part of this event. Persons undertaking any significant change in lifestyle or diet should seek specific medical and professional advice, particularly if there is a pre-existing medical condition which may be impacted upon by any such changes. The advice is general in nature, and could be implemented as part of a healthy lifestyle.

Mater is a nonprofit provider of health services which operates seven hospitals and a medical research institute. Established in 1906 by the Sisters of Mercy, Mater has grown to become a Queensland icon which provides care for more than 500 000 patients each year.

October 2010
Help Hit Homelessness For a Six

Everyone is encouraged to come along to this limited-overs game and help Spiritus raise awareness of homelessness – the challenges faced by the homeless, and those at risk, and the vital support delivered by Spiritus and other service providers.

Partnering Spiritus in this very special Community Day event at The Gabba are Queensland Cricket (QC), Brisbane City Council (BCC), Translink and Volunteering Qld (VQ), with all funds raised supporting the various homelessness services provided by Spiritus.
Get your tickets here and find out more about what you can do to help us hit homelessness for a six! Or Call 1300 244 683

About Spiritus

Spiritus is an Anglican not-for-profit organisation providing caring services to the Queensland Community.

Spiritus provides services to "the homeless, and those at risk of homelessness". It runs programs that work with people who have no roof over their head. It also provides services to women in crisis, who may find themselves temporarily homeless.

In addition, In SYNC and Spiritus Youth Services try to help prevent youth disengagement and potential homelessness. To find out more about the work Spiritus does, click here

September 2010
Light the Night on October 7

Join thousands of Queenslanders at one of the Leukaemia Foundation’s free Light the Night events on October 7. It’s your chance to support the Foundation and those whose lives have been touched by leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma or other blood disorders. Enjoy a family fun atmosphere with entertainment and inspirational stories then take part in a leisurely walk at sunset and create a beautiful sea of twinkling lights by carrying specially lit balloons: gold balloons to honour and remember a loved one lost, white balloons to celebrate being a survivor, and blue balloons to give hope and show support for those living with a blood cancer.

Businesses, corporations and clubs are also encouraged to register a team and show their support.

Light the Night celebrations will be held at 11 centres across Queensland:

• Brisbane - Cultural Forecourt, The Parklands, South Bank 5pm - 8pm
• Bundaberg - Nielson Park, Bargara foreshore 5pm - 8pm
• Caboolture - Centenary Lakes 5.30pm - 9.30pm
• Cairns - Fogarty Park, The Esplanade 5pm - 8.30pm
• Gold Coast - Broadwater Parklands, Southport 4pm - 7.30pm
• Mackay - Gooseponds 4pm - 8pm
• Port Douglas - Sheraton Mirage, Davidson Street 5.30pm - 8pm
• Rockhampton - Victoria Park playground, South Rockhampton 5pm - 8pm
• Sunshine Coast - East Bank, Lake Kawana, Bokarina 5pm - 8pm
• Toowoomba - Frog’s Hollow, Queens Park 5.30pm - 8pm
• Townsville - Gregory Street Amphitheatre, The Strand 5pm - 7.30pm

Light the Night helps raise awareness of the Leukaemia Foundation and the work it does supporting people with blood cancers and their families, as well as the vital medical research it funds.

So get together with your family, friends or work mates and take part in this truly special event to remember and give hope to leukaemia patients and their families.

To register please visit www.lightthenight.org.au or call 1800 500 088.

August 2010
Take a Breath of Fresh Air with Youth Enterprise Trust

Youth Enterprise Trust (YET) is an independent, charitable organisation which helps motivate and empower young people in need to discover their self worth. This independent charity provides leadership, vocational and preventative youth programs and is based at Tamborine on a property called ‘Woodstock.’

The annual YET Woodstock Bush Fair Bringing together community to celebrate our bush heritage and modern day Australia on Sunday 17th October, 10am – 4pm. 'Woodstock', 231 – 315 Plunkett Road, Tamborine, QLD. All funds raised on the day will go directly to help young people at risk lead inspiring and positive lives.

The YET Woodstock Bush Fair is a free entry event to the community providing entertainment for the whole family. You will delight at the variety of activities including camel rides, a rock-climbing wall, face painting, circus skills, an animal nursery and much more. Have a look the at the official event page for more information.

July 2010
Support MND research conducted at
Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital

“In the 12 months after being diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease (MND), my wife’s walk became a shuffle, her hands started to close and her whole body altered. Her body just wouldn’t do as she asked. Before long she was wheelchair-bound, forced to use a light-writer to communicate and I had to become a full-time carer. She passed away just 19 months after diagnosis.”Paul, husband of an MND sufferer treated at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. (Paul and wife Linda pictured)

MND is a debilitating condition which can affect anybody at any age. It is a disease where the patient’s brain remains active but stops communicating with the body – effectively leaving the patient trapped in own their body. There is currently no cure for MND – it cannot be stopped or slowed down. Money is needed to undertake research to determine reliable markers of the disease progression and ultimately a cure.

Support MND research conducted at Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital.

Purchase tickets for our unique fundraising dinner:

A Royal Doodle Do Friday 27 August 2010 Rydges South Bank Tickets $115 per person or $1,150 for a table of 10 Click here for a ticket order form or visit www.rbwhfoundation.com.au for more details.

Or make a donation to the RBWH Foundation by calling 3636 7588 or click here.

June 2010
Support MontroseAccess

Throughout Queensland, MontroseAccess treats over 600 children and young adults with physically disabling conditions of varying severity. These are many and varied and include both congenital conditions and acquired injuries.

With a number of support groups assisting young people with specific conditions, Montrose attentively structures its amenity so as not to duplicate services already offered. Rather, it provides important free support to children and families who might otherwise be unable to get help.

This means that Montrose Access works with a significant number of children with extremely rare conditions where the availability of assistance would otherwise be extremely limited or even non-existent.

Find out more about MontroseAccess by reading some of these personal stories.

May 2010
Windsor Recruitment's Favoured Fundraiser of the Month

Established in Queensland 80 years ago this month, PresCare is a Ministry of the Presbyterian Church of Queensland.

That makes it one of the longest established compassionate community care providers in the state. Today, technologically progressive, PresCare offers excellence in all aspects of its services.

Operating between Mackay and the Gold Coast and with over 700 dedicated staff, PresCare delivers a diverse range of services and supports thousands of the aged who are either living out their lives at home and also in 6 comfortable, well supported, accredited residential aged care locations.

PresCare also operates one of Queensland’s largest Day Therapy and Allied Health Centres conveniently located on the South-West side of Brisbane.

As a preferred employer, PresCare has the vision of establishing a network of suburban hubs of care for the retired and elderly…with a wide range of services in each hub. These services include opportunities for independent living through to community and residential care and support.

Interesting in knowing more?
Go to www.prescare.org.au.

April 2010
Windsor Recruitment's Favoured Fundraiser of the Month

Help Cerebral Palsy League being hope, joy and opportunity to the lives of more than 3100 children and adults with physical disability across Queensland.

Art for Art's Sake - Brisbane Exhibition and Sale 10 - 21 May 2010 Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm Waterfront Place Foyer, 1 Eagle Street Brisbane

Over 150 works of art from leading and emerging artists will be showcased and available for sale in the foyer of the prestigious Waterfront Place Building for the duration of the exhibition. Enquiries to Damien Topp 07 3358 8093.

100% of proceeds from the exhibition and auction will go to CPL programs that are currently unfunded.

Gala Charity Auction and Cocktail Reception Wednesday 19 May 2010 from 6:30pm Waterfront Place Foyer, 1 Eagle Street Brisbane Guests will have exclusive opportunity to participate in the auction of works themed Joy of Living with 100% of proceeds supporting CPL.

$45 per ticket including hors d’oeuvres and drinks package.

Art for Art’s Sake is an annual art exhibition which supports the work of the Cerebral Palsy League (CPL), Queensland’s largest disability services provider. Please click here to book your tickets online. Bookings are essential as tickets will not be available at the door, and RSVPs must be received by 12 May 2010. For more information please email dtopp@cplqld.org.au or phone 1800 819 086.

Proxy Bidding available

If you are not able attend the gala charity auction and cocktail reception but would like to participate in the auction please advise of your intention and we will issue a catalogue and proxy bidding form.