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Fairy Bread Day | Supporting The Pyjama Foundation | 24 Nov 2024

[ November 24, 2024; ]
Sprinkle joy on 24 November for Fairy Bread Day! Proudly supporting The Pyjama Foundation, brought to you by Dollar Sweets.
Celebrate National Fairy Bread Day with Melbourne-based confectionery manufacturer, Dollar Sweets, and their charity partner, The Pyjama Foundation. Get ready to relive those joyful yet chaotic childhood memories while adding a splash of colour and meaning […]

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Secondhand Bike Sale | Lighthouse Youth Projects Inc. | 31 Aug 2024

[ August 31, 2024; ]
Lighthouse Youth Projects Second-hand BUY ONE GET ONE FREE Bike Sale & Sausage Sizzle Day.
Looking for a new to you bicycle? Lighthouse Youth Projects Inc are holding another of their popular bicycles sales at their location in Port Adelaide on Saturday 31 August 2024 where you can BUY ONE SECONDHAND BIKE and GET ONE FREE with […]

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R U OK? Any Day | 12 Sep 2024

[ September 12, 2024; ]
Ask R U OK? Any Day because life happens every day.
R U OK? Day is our annual National Day of Action and a reminder that every day is the day to check in with your friends, family and colleagues.  R U OK?’s vision is a world where we’re all connected and are protected from suicide.
A […]

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SA Variety Bash | Renmark to Gold Coast | 10-17 Aug 2024

[ August 10, 2024 to August 17, 2024. ]
The 2024 SA Variety Bash “Go for Gold” will take entrants across the country in a colourful convoy from Renmark, South Australia to the Gold Coast, Queensland.
On 10 August 2024 the event will cross the start line in Renmark and over 8 days will travel 3210km to the Gold Coast.

The Variety Bash is not a race […]

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Daffodil Day | Cancer Council | 22 Aug 2024

[ August 22, 2024; ]
The Daffodil gives us hope.  Research is saving lives.
This August, join thousands of others across the country to unite and raise funds that give hope and save lives.
Cancer Council SA is urging South Australians to show their support for the Daffodil Day Appeal this August by donating to life-saving research to give more than hope […]

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PAWGUST | Walk or Run for Guide Dogs | August 2024

PAWGUST is a FREE fitness and fundraising challenge that helps you (and your dog) improve your physical and mental health by keeping active throughout August.
Grab your winter woolies and join Guide Dog’s biggest online challenge. Walk or run every day this August (no rest days) to supPAWt Guide Dogs and those living with low or […]

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City-Bay Fun Run | Adelaide to Glenelg | 15 Sep 2024

[ September 15, 2024; ]
An iconic event in South Australia, each year thousands of participants run, walk, dance or wheelchair their way from the City to the Bay. 
At each fun run there are always the serious athletes, but overwhelmingly the majority of people are there for the fun. There will be people dressed up supporting charities or advertising local […]

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Adelaide Colour Frenzy | Bonython Park | 20 Oct 2024

[ October 20, 2024; ]
The ultimate Colour Fun Run/Walk will be returning to Bonython Park in October 2024. 
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual stroller, there are several distances accessible for different abilities: 1.65km, 3.3km, or 5km. And if you’re feeling indecisive, the 1.65km track allows you to choose your own adventure – conquer just one lap or […]

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Footy Colours Day | Sep 2024

Footy Colours Day is a national fundraising event in September where thousands of Aussies come together, proudly sport their team’s colours, and raise money so kids don’t fight cancer alone.
Being diagnosed with cancer as a child changes everything. School. playing with friends, and sports are replaced by the scary world of cancer treaments – often […]

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Young Women’s Packs | Foodbank SA & NT

Foodbank SA & NT has identified that students and families facing food insecurity also struggle to afford personal hygiene products including period products.
Schools engaged in the Foodbank School Breakfast Program have highlighted that ‘period poverty’ – a lack of access to sanitary products can lead to young women missing school. Foodbank SA & NT has […]

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Touched by Olivia Playathon | Jun & Jul 2024

Play as much as you can this June & July with the Touched by Olivia (TBO) Playathon.
Make a difference to Aussie kids who don’t get to play. The TBO Playathon inspires everyone to take the play challenge throughout the months of June and July and increase the amount of time they are committing to […]

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Kickstart for Kids Against Period Poverty | Donations Needed Urgently

South Australian not-for-profit organisation, KickStart for Kids (KSFK), is desperately calling on donations of sanitary items as part of its mission to help end period poverty in South Australia.
Sadly, 1 in 4 South Australian females experience period poverty.
Since launching KickStart for Kids Against Period Poverty in 2021 in a bid to raise awareness, support, and […]

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Red Nose Clothing Collection & Recycling Program | Donations Needed

Book your FREE Collection of Pre-loved Clothing & Household Goods.
The Red Nose Clothing Collection & Recycling Program is a social enterprise run by Red Nose.  They collect donations of pre-loved clothes and household goods in Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia and then resell or recycle them through their retail shops in partnership with Savers. […]

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Plastic Free July | ‘Choose to Refuse’ Single-Use Plastic

Plastic Free July – What you can do to help.
Plastic Free July is a global movement that helps millions of people be part of the solution to plastic pollution – so we can have cleaner streets, oceans, and beautiful communities.

This year’s campaign theme is ‘Small steps, big difference’.

Join millions worldwide in taking part to beat […]

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Walk a Mile in My Boots | Hutt St Centre | 6-11 Aug 2024

[ August 6, 2024 to August 11, 2024. ]
Walk a Mile in My Boots – Step Up to End Homelessness.
Hutt St Centre’s annual fundraising challenge – Walk a Mile in My Boots – is here for 2024.   This August, walk a mile or more a day during National Homelessness Week and join a caring community raising much needed funds for more than 7,000 […]

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Camp Quality Convoy Adelaide | Free Family Festival | 6 Jul 2024

[ July 6, 2024; ]
Camp Quality Convoy Adelaide is a fun way fun way for anyone who drives a truck to show their support for kids facing cancer and their families.
The inaugural Camp Quality Convoy Adelaide is taking place at Victoria Park in July.  Starting at 8.30am, supporters will cheer on the first-ever Adelaide Convoy as they travel […]

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Annual Pyjama Drive | Backpacks 4 SA Kids | 2024

Make a difference to Australian kids in emergency care this winter by donating new, warm and comfy pyjamas.
Imagine being a child and suddenly finding yourself in an unfamiliar place, away from everything you know and love. For many children entering emergency care, this scenario is a harsh reality. Amid such upheaval, something as simple as […]

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SAHMRI’s Bright Walk | Adelaide | 6 Jul 2024

[ July 6, 2024; ]
Be part of SAHMRI’s BRIGHT Walk in 2024 – an epic 21km night-time walking challenge coinciding with the Illuminate Adelaide Festival and raising money for lifesaving medical research at SAHMRI.
The BRIGHT Walk is a powerful, illuminated, one-night experience which challenges you to walk 21km at night in the middle of winter to raise funds to […]

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RSPCA Million Paws Walk | Adelaide Botanic Garden | 26 May 2024

[ May 26, 2024; ]
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Million Paws Walk in 2024.
Join the RSPCA Million Paws Walk at Adelaide Botanic Garden for a family fun day and walk with your-legged friends to help raise much needed funds for animals in need.
Go and join fellow animal lovers to help fight animal cruelty on Sunday 26 May 2024 and […]

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Wear Orange Wednesday | Say Thanks to SES Volunteers | 22 May 2024

[ May 22, 2024; ]
WOW Day – Wear Orange Wednesday – is a national day of recognition to say ‘thank you’ to all SES volunteers across Australia.
This year, WOW Day will be celebrated on Wednesday 22 May 2024 from 12pm – 3pm. WOW Day celebrations will be held across Australia and all workplaces and organisations are encouraged to host […]

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Schnitty 4 Sam | Support the Sammy D Foundation | May 2024

[ May 4, 2024; ]
South Australians are being asked to put schnitties on the menu this May and pledge to support an end to bullying and drug and alcohol-fuelled youth violence.
The fundraising initiative #schnitty4sam organised by the Sammy D Foundation commemorates the life of the charity’s namesake, Sam Davis. Sam was 17 years-old when he played a game […]

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Mother’s Day Classic | Adelaide | 12 May 2024

[ May 12, 2024; ]
The Mother’s Day Classic is an annual fun run and walk raising funds and awareness for breast cancer research.
Their aim is to deliver a fun, healthy and inspirational community event that brings the community together on Mother’s Day to support and remember those touched by breast cancer.

Adelaide’s 2024 event will be held in Pinky Flat […]

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KickStart For Kids | Shoes & Clothing Donations Needed for Holidays

Camp KickStart – Clothing Donations Needed for Kids in Need.
KickStart For Kids (KSFK) is running their Camp KickStart April School Holiday program and are calling on donations for NEW clothing, pyjamas, socks and underwear to ensure the children attending the camp are keeping warm in the cooler months.
KSFK’s dedicated team of volunteers provides children aged […]

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Australian Lions Hearing Dogs Open Day | Verdun | 20 Apr 2024

[ April 20, 2024; ]
The annual Australian Lions Hearing Dogs Open Day is back for 2024.
Go along for a jam-packed day of Hearing Dogs, Medical Alert Dogs, puppies, demonstrations, food, coffee, guided tours, raffles and lots of activities for the kids. This is a free event and all are welcome for a fun day for the whole family.

This year’s […]

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Walk to Defeat MND | Adelaide | 19 May 2024

[ May 19, 2024; ]
Walk to Defeat MND and show your support for the Motor Neurone Disease community in South Australia by raising awareness and vital funds for research and care. 
Walk to Defeat MND is one of MNDSA’s major annual fundraising events which enables MNDSA to provide qualified, experienced and passionate staff to provide care, comfort, and supportive client […]

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Women on the Run | Zahra Foundation | 17 Mar 2024

[ March 17, 2024; ]
Women on the Run Fundraising Event 2024 – Zahra Foundation.
Join the Zahra Foundation at Women on the Run in Grange on Sunday 17 March 2024 and make a difference for women’s lives.
This 4km fundraising walk, run, or stroll from Grange Jetty to Henley Jetty (and back) is a chance for the community to come together […]

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Earth Hour & Earth Hour Challenge Australia | 1-23 Mar 2024

[ March 23, 2024; ]
Switch Off for Earth Hour 2024
This year will be an Earth Hour like no other – individuals, schools, businesses and communities across Australia and around the world will come together and raise critical funds to support a healthy future for people and nature.
No matter how you get involved this Earth Hour, your support will help […]

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Conquer The Summit | Mt Barker | 24 Mar 2024

[ March 24, 2024; ]
Conquer the Summit is a community running event held in March every year in the beautiful Adelaide Hills at Mt Barker.
Conquer The Summit 2024 will be held on Sunday 24 March 2024. Distance options include 5, 10 and 20 kilometres so there is something for all ages and fitness levels. First held in 2012, the […]

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Cancer Council Relay for Life | South Australia | 2024

[ March 16, 2024 to March 17, 2024. May 4, 2024 to May 5, 2024. October 26, 2024 to October 27, 2024. November 2, 2024 to November 3, 2024. ]
Relay For Life is an overnight, team event that raises vital funds for Cancer Council’s research, prevention and support services.
Relay is a chance for the Adelaide community to recognise and celebrate local cancer survivors, those going through a cancer experience and their carers, to honour and remember loved ones lost and raise money to help […]

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Kytons Bakery & Kickstart For Kids | Easter Hot Cross Buns

Kytons Bakery ‘Kickstarts’ Hot Cross Bun season by supporting Kickstart For Kids’ Breakfast Program across Adelaide.
Kytons Bakery is kickstarting their hot cross bun season by supporting not-for-profit organisation, KickStart for Kids, through donating the popular Easter treat to schools across South Australia that are part of the charity’s breakfast program.
Kicking off on 12 February 2024, […]

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