12 Days of Christmas 2025
Community Giveback

The Centre provides vital support to the local community through emergency relief, affordable hall hire and inclusive community events. Backed by the Sunshine Coast Council and Caloundra Community Centre, it’s a welcoming hub that helps locals connect, access assistance and feel supported.

Wishlist brings comfort and joy to patients, families and staff in hospital settings through their therapy dog program. Their initiative uses trained dogs to help reduce stress and provide emotional lift in healthcare environments.

Rosies reaches out to people experiencing homelessness, social isolation or loneliness across the Sunshine Coast. Volunteers deliver friendship, cups of tea, warm chats and presence — emphasising belonging and human connection as much as practical support.

Parcels of Peace brings festive relief to families in need at Christmas by delivering hampers and gift-packs of food, toys and essentials. Their mission is to make the season one of dignity, joy and connection rather than isolation.

Lily House supports vulnerable and at-risk young women and their children across the Sunshine Coast. They offer safe accommodation and wrap-about services tailored for young women transitioning out of foster care or escaping difficult family situations.

Bamboo Projects is a registered charity and NDIS provider delivering outdoor therapies and community participation programs for people with mental-health challenges, disabilities or social isolation. Their offering includes things like fishing trips, accessible boating, clean-ups and connection in nature.

Located on the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Creek offers a temporary refuge for abandoned, abused, stray or unwanted cats and dogs, and works to find them new loving homes. They also welcome volunteers, sponsorships and support for animal welfare.

Rally for a Cause is a community-led charity that provides meaningful support to families and individuals dealing with life-limiting medical conditions or sudden, heartbreaking circumstances. Their major fundraising event, the Dunga Derby, brings people together to raise vital funds that offer comfort, practical help and financial relief when it is needed most.