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In 2006, we held our very first Trivia Night to raise money for Bayside Community Care.

This year marks 20 FANTASTIC YEARS of raising money for a charity that supports projects locally and abroad, providing practical support, advocacy, and justice for many.

This year, we will explore the last 20 years of pop culture, music, sport, world events, movies and perhaps even some nostalgic moments from the last 20 years of trivia nights.

You can expect fun, laughter, games, prizes, and Silent Auction Items to set bidding wars into overdrive.

There will also be Snacks and Drinks for sale.

Our Fundraising Goal for the year is to exceed $10,000.

At Bayside Community Care, we couldn’t do what we do without the generous support of our partners. Their contribution—whether through funding, services, or shared resources—helps us provide meals, food relief, and care for those doing it tough in our community.

Together, we’re making a lasting difference and helping people flourish.

Thank you to all our partners who stand with us in bringing hope and practical support to those in need.

If you would like to become a partner of Bayside Community Care, please click here.

For many people, Christmas can be a hard time. At Bayside Community Care, we want to make sure that people have everything they need to have a wonderful Christmas.

Supporters can help by donating Christmas goodies, including:

Canned ham
Canned tuna
Canned fruit
Pasta
Pasta sauce
Mince pies
Shortbread biscuits
Chips
Tea or Coffee

Donations can be dropped off between Tuesday to Thursday during business hours in the yellow bin at 99-101 Argus St, Cheltenham.

Opportunities to volunteer at the Christmas hamper packing day will open up in October 2026.

Check out our Christmas Hampers news story.

Bayside Community Care is proud to partner with Prison Fellowship through its international program, Angel Tree program, to support families with a loved one in prison.

On Christmas Day, thousands of children across Australia open a present from their mum or dad who cannot be there — because they are in prison. Without Angel Tree, many of these children would miss out on a gift from their absent parent.

Angel Tree makes it possible for each child to receive a bespoke gift chosen by their parent. The parent provides the suggestion, and we become their hands and feet to make it happen.

Bayside Community Care is collecting Christmas gifts for children for 2026. Expressions of interest are due by Monday, 12 October.

Volunteers are also invited to a gift-packing day on Wednesday, 2 December from 9.30am-1pm.

At various times, life can get tough and having enough food can be a struggle.

With rising living costs, Bayside Community Care aims to relieve the burden by providing emergency food relief for anyone struggling financially and needing food supplies.

Food hampers are accessible fortnightly by arrangement. Please call ahead of your visit.

A Health Care Card or Pension Card must be shown to be eligible for a hamper. Hampers are currently only available for those living in the Kingston and Bayside council areas.

Bayside Community Care also welcomes non-perishable donations from the community, such as coffee, tea, pasta, rice, tinned food, cereal, UHT milk and pasta sauces. These donations can be delivered to us between Tuesday to Thursday during business hours.

The Matt’s Place Community Christmas Lunch allows everyone to celebrate Christmas.

For many reasons, Christmas can be a difficult time for people. Matt’s Place community meals program runs a free Christmas lunch for anyone who may be alone for whatever reason, an opportunity to participate in the festive season.

The lunch features a free two-course Christmas lunch and runs at Cheltenham and Chelsea.

In 2026, the lunches will run on the following dates and locations:

15 December at 12-14 Thames Pde, Chelsea. From 10.45am-1pm.
17 December at Cnr Park Rd & Nepean Hwy, Cheltenham. From 10am-1pm.

No booking is required, just turn up on the day!

People experiencing economic hardship or social isolation are welcome to enjoy the comforts of a home-cooked meal and friendship at Matt’s Place Community Meals program in Cheltenham and Chelsea.

Matt’s Place, open every Tuesday and Thursday, provides warm hospitality for those looking to connect with others. Guests can enjoy a delicious two-course meal and an opportunity to connect and socially interact with other community members.

Both Cheltenham and Chelsea programs have joined the Chatty Cafe scheme and open an hour before the meal is served for patrons to enjoy morning tea and a chat. Arrival times are Chelsea 10.45 am, and Cheltenham at 10.30 am.

Take-away meals are also available for guests who cannot dine in.

Allied health services such as hearing checks, dental checks, and vaccinations are provided at various times during the year. Hair Aid volunteers also provide free haircuts every six weeks.

Matt’s Place is part of the Chatty Cafe Scheme, promoting social connectedness and community engagement.

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