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Friday 13 February 2026

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With the Victorian Government progressing much-needed reforms across the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector, in late 2025, Uniting made a submission to the Inquiry into the ECEC sector …
Operated by Commonwealth Bank Australia’s Staff Social and Charity Club (CBA SSCC), the initiative sees hundreds of current and retired staff fundraising, …
Join in on the fun of fundraising. Celebrate with impact. If you’re celebrating a birthday, wedding, anniversary, or other special event, how …
Homelessness remains one of the most pressing social challenges in Victoria, with thousands of people without a safe and secure place to …

Amber’s story.

Amber has spent the past two years volunteering every Sunday at Uniting’s Wendouree Op Shop alongside her mum. Through volunteering, she’s gained …
Nathan Farley works on the frontline of Uniting’s Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention team, supporting people with AOD dependency who face challenges …
A recent evaluation of our Family Preservation and Reunification Program (FPR) has found strong evidence that the program is making a meaningful …
Emergency relief services are a vital component of Australia’s social safety net, providing essential food and material aid to individuals and families …
Jestiner leads with compassion and cultural insight, strengthening Family Services and Uniting’s CALD Working Group. By amplifying CALD voices and championing lived …

Real impact in the community

For Anne*, a single can of coconut cream gave her the strength to keep going.
Mum Adara knows all too well the stress and struggle of living in poverty. Adara and her son, 3, risked becoming homeless …
At Christmas, family violence doesn’t stop, it escalates, leaving too many women and children in danger. Emma’s* story shows how compassion and support …
In 2017, as Melbourne gained media attention for attempts to ‘clean up’ its city in preparation for the Australian Open and summer …

What is coming up at Uniting

Love a good rummage? Get ready for a major treasure hunt with plenty of bargains. Our pop-up By the Kilo Sale* is …
Funds raised from Pancake Day events directly support our programs that assist some of the most vulnerable and marginalised people in our …
Tuning in to Kids is a free 6-week parenting program that focuses on the emotional connection between parents/carers and their children.   …
Tuning in to Teens is a 6-session parenting program that is designed to help parents and carers feel more confident in supporting …
Love a good rummage? Get ready for a major treasure hunt with plenty of bargains. Our pop-up By the Kilo Sale* is …
Love a good rummage? Get ready for a major treasure hunt with plenty of bargains. Our pop-up By the Kilo Sale* is …
Love a good rummage? Get ready for a major treasure hunt with plenty of bargains. Our pop-up By the Kilo Sale* is …
Does your child worry about making a mistake or being embarrassed in front of others? Does your child worry about fitting in …
Join us at our School Holiday Pottery Workshops at Fire and Clay. Create one-of-a-kind pottery pieces to take home. Workshops are suitable …