Charity news headlines

Aussies are sitting on $18.5 billion of unwanted clothes, with most people having unworn outfits worth $952 in their wardrobes.

Thousands have flooded Melbourne's famous Tan Track for the biggest ever Olivia Newton-John cancer wellness walk.

For grandmother Shirley Backer, the simple act of coming home is a "blessing" after experiencing homelessness several times.

A 'cursed' painting on sale in a charity shop has been returned twice by buyers, with one woman saying there is 'something wrong with it."

So far this year, 17 nonprofits have announced they've received unrestricted donations from MacKenzie Scott through her Yield Giving fund, according to a Chronicle of Philanthropy tally.

"This is not how we operate and we are reviewing our processes to ensure this isn't repeated," a spokesperson said.

The Addi Road Food Pantry in Marrickville was robbed a month ago but its volunteers are still feeling the effects.

Two states are going head to head in a 'State of Origin' of a different kind, lacing up their virtual runners and teaming up for a great cause. 

Politicians, church leaders and representatives of the charity sector farewelled the popular clergyman in Melbourne.

During an unrelated media conference in Springfield, Paul Tully initially declined to answer questions about the fund before walking off. He soon returned.

Known as the "people's priest", Father Bob dedicated his life to charity and social justice.

Volunteers at a Salvation Army store in one Adelaide suburb have been left to pick up the mess left behind by thieves, causing Easter heartbreak for the charity.

Out of nowhere, officials announced he and another captive had been taken on a special flight.

An inclusivity language guide issued to staff by charity giant Oxfam has raised eyebrows after it urged them to not use the terms "mother" and "father"

The death toll from the 7.8 magnitude quake has now surpassed 7200, and is expected to keep rising. So, how can you help?

You never know what you might unearth in a charity shop - but bargain hunters in Brisbane had an unusual find when they spotted a python in the handbag section.

Dirty clothes, toys and household waste are just some of the items of trash left littered outside multiple Vinnies stores across Adelaide over the festive period.

Scott and her team secretly contacted organisations that they were interested in first, then offered unrestricted donations after receiving the group’s data.

Struggling families already feeling the pinch of the cost-of-living crisis are staring down the barrel of an expensive festive season. Here's how you can help.

Charities are already seeing a surge in demand ahead of Christmas as Aussies who've never needed food relief before grapple with the cost-of-living crisis.

Children's charity The Smith Family has been hit with a cyberattack, with some personal information of donors potentially stolen.

When Perth single dad James Brougham hits a roadblock, you can guarantee his solution will be equal parts unconventional and inspiring.

Queen Elizabeth II devoted a huge amount of time and effort to charities throughout her lifetime, supporting some organisations for as many as 75 years.

Australia's uber rich, who together preside over half a trillion dollars, could transform social outcomes with just one per cent of their wealth.

Billionaire Warren Buffett is auctioning off a high-tech signed portrait of himself to raise money for one of his favourite charities, and the bidding has already topped $43,000.

What most don't appear to realise is that Valeria Yezhova hasn't lost a single game in the 10 days that she's been out there

AFL icon Kevin Sheedy has won four premierships, but he says being awarded Victorian of the Year 2022 is the greatest award he's ever been given.

Foodbank is launching a drive-through service in Victoria in response to increased demand caused by the rising cost of living.

Thieves have stolen more than $50,000 worth of items heading for a woman's shelter in the second raid on an Adelaide Foodbank in just a month.

Gamers across the country have been raising much-needed funds for cancer research, with Game on Cancer live streams already raising tens of thousands of dollars.

A local Western Australian brewery is blending two of life's greatest creations together to produce a sustainable doughnut beer pastry pale ale.

Seventeen-year-old Harry Ledger decided to give his new car to Dylan Simpson after he had lost his to floodwaters in Lismore

When Leah McDonald noticed tingling in her feet while running last year, she put it down to getting back into shape after knee surgery.

Thieves have destroyed four soup vans used by volunteers at St Vincent De Paul in Melbourne, significantly impacting the charity's ability to provide meals to those in need.

When hairdresser Brittnee Watson first noticed a black 'blob' across her vision she thought it was stray mascara which had dropped into her eye.

Gamers are being encouraged to jump online for the National Breast Cancer Foundation's "Game Day" and stream themselves playing games to help raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research.

A false story that actor Leonardo DiCaprio made a $13m ($US10m) donation to Ukraine was repeated this week by media outlets around the world and shared by tens of thousands of people on social media.

In an effort to support those impacted by the crisis, Nine, Seven and 10 will jointly present a live entertainment concert where all proceeds will go to the Australian Red Cross.

DIY hardware juggernaut Bunnings will be holding a national sausage sizzle to raise money for victims of the flood disaster in New South Wales and Queensland.

Giant hailstones the size of golf balls have pelted down in south-east Queensland as wild storms continue to batter the region.

Several families have been forced into crisis accommodation after losing their homes.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has donated roughly $USD 5.7 billion ($8 billion) worth of the electric carmaker's shares to charity.

Ollie Finnane climbed Mt Kosciusko with his cousins and dad Liam to raise money for the foundation started in his mother's honour.

The 2022 Senior Australian of the Year, Young Australian of the Year, and Australia's Local Hero awards have been announced

Volunteers at South Australian charities are pleading with people not to dump their donated goods outside shops.

From the lamb who gets laser treatment to the piglet who dashes around in a tiny wheelchair, take a look at some of the rescued animals who have been lucky enough to find their way to this farm sanctuary.

This Christmas will be extra special for the Grayson family- because their baby will celebrate his first Christmas out of hospital.

There was a point last year, Melissa Robinson admits, when she started thinking about planning her little daughter's funeral.

Australians are being asked to urgently give blood, with more than 9000 donations needed across the country before the New Year.

Tradies have recreated 'iconic' images and movie scenes in a 2022 calendar that aims to raise awareness for mental health among blue-collar workers.