Celebrate your special day by giving back
Instead of gifts, ask for donations to your fundraiser, and rather than splurging on an expensive celebration, turn it into a fun-raising night in.
A Gift of Love is a meaningful way to make a difference - helping people living in poverty or oppression experience relief from hardship while celebrating your special occasion.
How it works
Start your fundraising page in just a few clicks - it’s quick, easy, and is the first step to making a real difference.
Spread the word! Invite your friends, family, and community to support your cause and cheer you on.
Stay active and engaged to raise vital funds and make an impact. And, don't forget we're here to help you every step of the way!
Compassion in Action
Lakshini’s Gift of Love
Lakshini celebrated her birthday by raising $500 for Caritas through a Gifts of Love fundraiser. By inviting donations instead of gifts, she turned her special day into hope for communities in need.
“I feel very blessed and don’t really need anything else. Giving back to Caritas felt right—it aligns with my values and ethos.” – Lakshini
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The lives transformed through your compassion
Read about the impact that your support achieves. Inspiring stories of strength, resilience and change, that are made possible with your support and generosity.
Chiquito,
Timor Leste
Chiquito, a farmer and father in Timor Leste, transformed his family’s livelihood through sustainable agriculture training. With support from our partner Caritas Diocesana Maliana, he increased crop production, improved market access, and became a role model for other farmers in his community.
Thandolwayo, Zimbabwe
Twelve-year-old Thandolwayo would walk seven kilometres each day, threatened by crocodiles, to collect contaminated water for her family. It looked like she would never realise her hope of finishing her education and becoming a nurse, until a Caritas Australia supported project created access to clean water helping Thandolwayo to stay at school and achieve a future full of hope.
Toefuata'iga,
Samoa
Toefuata'iga, a 13-year-old student in Samoa, faced severe challenges and disruptions to her learning due to water scarcity. After Caritas Australia’s partner Caritas Samoa installed a 10,000 litre water tank at her school, Toefuata'iga and her classmates saw improved health and more consistent class attendance.
Janice, First Australians
Janice is a Wagilak woman living on Jawoyn country in Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory. With your generous help, Caritas Australia supports Djilpin Arts Aboriginal Corporation to run an arts and culture centre in the Northern Territory that provides employment and training for First Australians like Janice.
Illyena, Ukraine
23-year-old Ilyena, her husband Andrei and their 9-month-old son Bagdan, decided to flee Kharkiv. It took them six days to drive to the Polish border. After they crossed, volunteers from Caritas Poland helped Illyena access a sheltered room for mothers and children, where she can access the necessities she needs to care for Bagdan.
Margret, Solomon Islands
Margret is a teacher at a vocational school for deaf students in the Solomon Islands that suffered long-term water shortages and damage from Tropical Cyclone Harold. With Caritas Australia’s support, Margret’s school installed water tanks, repaired cyclone damage and implemented COVID-19 prevention measures, and is now planning to boost food security
Ronita, Philippines
After the birth of her children, 22-year-old Ronita was at risk of having to leave school permanently. But with the support of Caritas Australia’s partners in the Philippines, she resumed her studies and now has a job to support her family.
Kinchela Boys Home (KBHAC)
Kinchela Boys Home Aboriginal Corporation (KBHAC) was formed by the survivors of Kinchela Boys Home in Kempsey, New South Wales, who were forcibly removed from their families during childhood, part of the Stolen Generations. It aims to support these men, their families and communities in developing healing programs to restore and reconstruct their identity, dignity and integrity.
Leaia, Samoa
Not having access to a reliable source of clean water was very difficult for Leaia and her family. But with the support of Caritas Australia, a water tank was installed at their home, improving their health and living conditions.
Sakhina,
Bangladesh
Sakhina is a Rohingya refugee living in the world's largest refugee camp in Cox's Bazar. With the support of Caritas Bangladesh, Sakhina and her daughter, Noor, were able to access essential support, including clean water and sanitation.
