This Christmas, our community helped bridge the distance between children and their parents in prison. Through Angel Tree, we prepared 136 gifts — a 27% increase from last year — each one chosen from a parent’s own suggestions and lovingly purchased by a donor on their behalf.

Every present becomes more than a gift; it becomes a message: “I’m thinking of you. I care.” Volunteers wrapped each item with care, helping ensure that children feel remembered and valued during what can be a difficult season.

Thank you to everyone who gave, shopped, wrapped, or supported the project. Together, we’ve helped families stay connected and brought hope and joy to children who need it most.

Just over a week ago, an army of volunteers packed over 200 Christmas hampers to give out to people doing it tough this Christmas.

Volunteers also wrapped, packed and posted 95 Angel Tree gifts for children with a parent in prison, helping to bring restoration to families. Bayside Community Care was able to donate the value of another 24 gifts to Prison Fellowship Australia for their Angel Tree program.

Thank you to Beaumaris Rotary for their invaluable support!