Samaritans Foundation

In his 2024 Christmas message, Bishop Peter Stuart celebrates the generosity and care being shown by the community during what has been a tough year. “Our community has shown practical love offering their money, gifts, and time. They want to make a difference for people who are struggling,” he said. “More ordinary Australians now need help to put food on the table.” Listen to Bishop Peter's message here: https://hubs.li/Q030sZZV0.

Our army of volunteers has mobilised to start setting up our Christmas Lunch in the Park. Some of our wonderful volunteers and donors, like the Gould family from Serve Tech, spend Christmas Day with us year after year. We're grateful they are part of our Samaritans Christmas family. 💚🎄

There's still time to share your generosity! Help us help those who need it most. Donate today: https://hubs.li/Q030sTf_0 #samaritanschristmasappeal #christmasappeal #newcastle

We're so grateful to have Chef Jonathan back with us again, preparing the feast for our Christmas Lunch in the Park. Mayor Adam Shultz and some Lake Macquarie City Council executives volunteered their time in kitchen this morning. Thank you for your support 🫶 #samaritanschristmasappeal

A heartfelt thank you to City of Newcastle for its incredible support of the Samaritans Giving Tree. Council's generosity is lighting up our community and making this festive season brighter for those in need. If you would also like to share your generosity this Christmas, donate today at https://hubs.li/Q02-GgbR0.

We’re so grateful to the Newcastle Weighing Services team for its incredible support of this year’s Samaritans Christmas Lunch in the Park. The team's generosity helps us tip the scales towards kindness, creating a special day filled with food, gifts, and connection for those in our community who need it most. If you would also like to share your generosity this Christmas, donate today at https://hubs.li/Q02-tq2m0.

A cupboard full of thanks to the teachers, students, and parents from Charlestown East Public School. Long-time supporters of our Giving Tree program, Charlestown East Public School has provided more than 600 non-perishable food items that will be invaluable for those who will rely on our Emergency Relief services this Christmas. If you would also like to share your generosity, donate today at https://hubs.li/Q02-j0nM0.

A huge thank you to the Glencore team for digging deep and supporting our Samaritans Christmas Lunch at Singleton. Their generous contribution is helping us provide the spirit of giving this holiday season, and to create a foundation of hope and joy for those in need. If you would also like to share your generosity this Christmas, donate today at https://hubs.li/Q02-hZ0j0.

Thank you so much to the incredible teams at both Australian Hotels Association - Newcastle Hunter and Red Funnel for their incredible generosity. Their donation of $5,500 and a sleigh full of gifts will help support Samaritans 2024 Christmas Lunch in the Park - Newcastle’s only event of its kind held on Christmas Day for those experiencing financial hardship and social isolation this festive season. If you would also like to share your generosity this Christmas, donate today at https://hubs.li/Q02-4w_b0.

Samaritans has been proudly supporting our local community for 40 years. Help us support those in need by donating to our Christmas Appeal 🎄✨ samaritans.org.au/donate #SamaritansChristmas