laptop and access to data is more than a
digital device, it can be a gateway to rebuilding lives, completing school or other training,
securing safe accommodation, and learning new skills that lead to employment.
Zen Tea Lounge Foundation Ltd
Donation by Anonymous
Queensland
Good360 – Making a Difference
So many children in care or crisis go without basics such as toothbrushes and toothpaste. Some have never owned a toothbrush before.
This donation makes a huge difference in helping provide these children with essential oral hygience products most of us take for granted.
A little bit of LEGO magic
A while back we received a shipment of LEGO sets from Good360, and I wish you could have seen the kids’ faces when we unpacked them.
For many of the families in our community, buying toys—especially something like LEGO—is just not possible right now. So when the children realised these sets were *for them*, the excitement was incredible. Kids who usually hang back were suddenly sitting on the floor together, opening boxes, sorting pieces, and proudly showing off the things they built.
One mum told us, “I’ve never seen my son so focused and happy. He hasn’t put it down since he got it.” Another parent said it was the first brand-new toy their child had ever owned.
The LEGO didn’t just give the kids something fun to do. It gave them confidence, creativity, and a sense of being cared for. It brought families together and brought a lot of joy into homes that really needed it.
A huge thank you to Good360 for making this possible. Your support made a real difference—more than you probably realise—and we’re so grateful.
Back to School Back Packs
“I just wanted to send a huge thank you for the back-to-school backpack my daughter, Maya*, received. Honestly, it’s a massive help. Getting all the supplies at once is always a financial stressor this time of year, and the quality of the backpack and the supplies inside is fantastic. I was surprised by the products that are in the backpack, the headlice treatment will be so handy and helpful as we always seem to struggle with them. She was so excited about the new colored pencils! It truly makes a difference, and we really appreciate the community’s support in making sure she starts the year ready to learn.”
An early Christmas for animals and children
Our animal rescue recently received a generous donation of dog toys, cat toys, bin bags, and Chux wipes. These items were distributed across our incredible foster network, ensuring that animals in care had toys to play with and enrichment to brighten their days. The toys have been a huge hit, bringing joy, stimulation and comfort to pets waiting for their forever homes.The cleaning supplies were also appreciated by foster carers, helping them manage the inevitable mess that comes with caring for animals. This thoughtful donation has made a real difference in supporting both our foster families and the animals they nurture.
“As a disabled person, this gift made me feel proud – physically and mentally.”
“I’ve only had one pair of sneakers—held together by five layers of super glue. These new shoes gave me more than comfort. They gave me self-esteem.”
“I stared at them for two weeks like they were in a shrine. When I finally wore them into the city, I treated myself to a haircut and beard trim. I felt confident. I felt proud. I haven’t felt that in many moons.
“I’m deeply grateful. As a disabled person, this gift made me feel proud – physically and mentally.”
All quotes are from David, a Stepping Stone Clubhouse member who lives with mental ill-health and chronic pain.
Luxury gifts
One of our clients, Sarah*, has struggled through domestic violence and is trying her best to single-parent her 10-year-old daughter, whilst working full time and budgeting her money to pay for increasing housing costs and food. She was so grateful to be given this hand cream as it’s a luxury item that she currently can’t afford. These opportunities give our community a sense of dignity to be thought of as worthy of a gift of something special, and it reinforces to them that we value them as a person and we care about them.
Extra Sporty Support
We’ve been able to give a family of disadvantaged kids some shoes where they were otherwise unable to afford shoes at all. They’ve been so overwhelmed by the gift of something that is so necessary for normal life but so unavailable to them on a day to day basis. We’ve also been able to support indigenous soccer teams with some of the soccer boots that came in that has helped families who have so little money to spare for specific sports shoes that they have been grateful for the help. The kids have been able to play as part of the team wearing the same kind of gear and it makes them feel so much more normal when some of the other areas of their lives feel so not normal.
