NEWS

Elise's Story - Hummingbird House

Hummingbird House does wonders for children with life limiting conditions and their families.

 

For Elise, Hummingbird House is a home; a place where her son Mason can get the care he needs. Listen to her incredibly important story.

 

If you’d like to donate to Hummingbird House, visit www.hummingbirdhouse.org.au.

Leo's Story - Hummingbird House

Leo was loved beyond belief throughout his short life.

 

For his Mum Megan, Hummingbird House was a place where she, through the support of staff and other families, could create long-lasting memories even in the final weeks of his life. Listen to Leo’s story.

 

If you’d like to donate to Hummingbird House, visit www.hummingbirdhouse.org.au.

What is First Light Widowed Association?

Widowhood can be a very isolating experience but the first light of hope can sometimes come from connecting with those who relate to your loss.

 

First Light Widowed Association is doing just that.

 

If you know someone who has lost a partner and might benefit from sharing their experience, frustrations and humour with someone who knows what it's like to walk in their shoes, get in touch with First Light by visiting www.firstlight.org.au.

About Queensland's only children's hospice - Hummingbird House

The Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust is proud to support Hummingbird House.

 

As Queensland’s only children’s hospice, the vital care they provide children with a life-limiting condition and their families helps them reconnect and create precious memories.

 

To help support them visit hummingbirdhouse.org.au/home/donate/.

Bushfire Appeal

For the April to June 2020 rating quarter, Brisbane City Council residential owner-occupier ratepayers were given the option to support bushfire relief by choosing to donate their $15 early payment discount to the Trust’s Bushfire Appeal.

 

A total of $58,800 was raised for the Bushfire Appeal from the generosity of almost

4,000 Brisbane residents participating in this donation initiative.

 

The Trust was also fortunate to receive a number of generous donations directly from members of the public.

 

More than $110,000 was raised via these direct donations.

 

The Trust passed all funds raised for the Bushfire Appeal to the following charities to help people and animals most in need throughout Queensland. These charities were chosen for their ability to distribute funds to where it is needed most.

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  • Queensland Country Women's Association - Public Rural Crisis Fund

  • Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital

  • The Salvation Army

  • Lifeline Queensland

  • RSPCA

  • GIVIT

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