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Lions in Support of CaringKids Charity

At the recent National Lions Multiple District Convention at the Gold Coast the ‘Lions in Support of CaringKids Charity’ project was adopted nationally from 2023-2026.

Lions Clubs across Australia will be bringing more joy to young carers by supporting this project. Lions Clubs across cities and towns are donating funds to create Joy Boxes and raise awareness of young carers.

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Simply Giving Toy Appeal

Help us reach our goal of donating 200 toys via our online Simply Giving toy store. All toys are delivered to our toy workshop and are tax-deductible!

Who We Are

1 in 10 children in Australia have taken on caring for a family member with a disability. These adult responsibilities mean they often miss out on many of the joys of childhood that most kids take for granted.

CaringKids is a registered charity that recognises the role of these young carers and works to reduce their feelings of loneliness and social isolation, by sending them Toy Boxes, we like to call them Joy Boxes, packed with toys, games and books.

We are governed by a voluntary Board of Directors, and supported by a team of dedicated volunteers. CaringKids is supported by community fundraising, local grants and in-kind donations, such as toy storage and equipment.

Individuals, community and corporate groups collect and donate new toys, games, stationery, art and craft materials and sports equipment on our behalf. We use these to create the Toy Boxes that we deliver to young carers across Australia.

Watch the CuppaTV Westfield Local Hero interview featuring CaringKids.

Support Our Cause

CaringKids helps children burdened with adult responsibilities. These young carers take on tasks such as housework, shopping, cooking, dealing with health professionals and even taking on financial matters.

In order to look after a family member, young carers put caring before study, school and play time. They often have to cope with the financial hardship that goes hand in hand with the cost of caring for a family member living with a disability.

There are over 235,000 children and teenagers in Australia caring for a disabled or chronically ill family member. On average they spend 6 hours a week on caring duties.

Because of their caring commitments, 22% of young carers miss a day of school per week. As a result they are around 1.5 years behind in NAPLAN.

Give to connect Joy Boxes to  young carers. Donations over $2 are tax-deductible.

CaringKids Toy Boxes

We help to bring joy to children caring for a family member living with a disability by delivering Toy Boxes to young carers. Our Joy Boxes are packed with toys, games and books that not only bring joy, but also allow children to learn and grow.

Just a few dollars can help put a smile on a child’s face.

If you would like young carers to experience the fun and carefree moments that we associate with childhood,  a tax-deductible donation of $75 will deliver a Toy Box to a child caring for a family member.

Our Toy Boxes are delivered to the doorstep of young carers across Australia.

February 20 at 2:42pm
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“Hello there,
Thanks for the Joy Box that my daughter received. All the best, Krisma”.

💌Margereth kindly shared some feedback about receiving a Joy Box with CaringKids. Thanks… See more

“Hello there,
Thanks for the Joy Box that my daughter received. All the best, Krisma”.

💌Margereth kindly shared some feedback about receiving a Joy Box with CaringKids. Thanks Margereth!

💚WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE ITEM?

My favourite item was the art supplies because I made different mediums in the art I made.

💚DID YOU GET CREATIVE?
I did get creative by making drawings and painting landscapes.

💚DID YOU SHARE YOUR JOY BOX WITH ANYONE?
I shared my Joy Box with my brother and he loved the light shaped like a cactus.

💚WHAT OTHER THINGS YOU WOULD LOVE TO SEE IN A JOY BOX?

Great question! The other things I would love to see in a joy box are age-appropriate reading books.

📧 We love to receive your feedback and photos. Thank you Margereth and Krisma for sharing the joy ✨

January 5
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Fortunate to have the support of Community Bank Clovelly Giving Tree every Christmas. Each year so many people donate gifts to support local charities. Thank you to all the… See more
Fortunate to have the support of Community Bank Clovelly Giving Tree every Christmas. Each year so many people donate gifts to support local charities. Thank you to all the generous supporters 💗 🙏 🎁 ✨
December 24
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December 20
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🗞️ 🎄 Our December Newsletter features new young carer stories and the latest from our supporters:

BGIS
Paul Ramsay Foundation
Community Bank Clovelly
Diva Charity Incorporated… See more

🗞️ 🎄 Our December Newsletter features new young carer stories and the latest from our supporters:

BGIS
Paul Ramsay Foundation
Community Bank Clovelly
Diva Charity Incorporated
Wenona School
Lions Australia
Toongabbie / Seven Hills Lions Club
Berowra Lions Club
Lions Club of Lugarno
Blacktown Ponds Lions Club Inc.
Coogee Lions Club
Workday
Costco Marsden Park
F45 Training Engadine
F45 Training Rockdale
Peakhurst F45

November 30
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🎄 The holiday season and end of year is fast approaching, and we want to thank all our supporters for helping us to bring the joyful feeling of Christmas to young carers every… See more
🎄 The holiday season and end of year is fast approaching, and we want to thank all our supporters for helping us to bring the joyful feeling of Christmas to young carers every day of the year.

You have helped to create and distribute Joy Boxes, packed with toys, games, school stationery, books and sports equipment to 500 children with caring responsibilities across Australia. This equates to approximately 20,000 individual items! That’s a lot of JOY!

Recognising young carers with a Joy Box shows we care for them, and this gesture of support and kindness means so much to these children and their families.

We know young carers put their caring responsibilities before school, study and friends. With 2 to 3 young carers in every classroom providing care to a family member living with a disability or chronic illness, your support ensures young carers can receive play and childhood experiences.

This Christmas, we would love to ask for your help to fill our Toy Workshop with toys again. We can continue to spread joy to young carers in the lead up to Christmas together, and all year round.

Spread JOY this Christmas.
Join our Christmas Toy Appeal.

Margaret Skagias
Founder and CEO, CaringKids

✨ Click the link to donate NOW https://caringkids.org.au/donations/donate/

November 22
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@clovellycommunitybank Giving Tree is now open! Drop Christmas gift donations in the bank foyer under the tree in in support local charities – including CaringKids! Nicola Powell… See more
@clovellycommunitybank Giving Tree is now open! Drop Christmas gift donations in the bank foyer under the tree in in support local charities – including CaringKids! Nicola Powell from Clovelly Bank is hosting the Giving Tree for the fourth year in a row! Thank you Nicola 🧑🏼‍🎄Over 1000 gifts were collected and shared last year – thanks to the community and sports clubs for your generosity🎄
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CaringKids

Caring Kids Incorporated
ABN 82 206 098 661

If you have questions about our Toy Boxes or would like more information about CaringKids, fill in the Contact Us form and we will get in touch with you soon. We welcome Toy Box feedback from children and families, share your feedback here.

Phone/Email Us

Phone: (02) 9247 7990
Email: info@caringkids.org.au

Opening Hours

Hours: By appointment
Closed School Holidays

Toy Workshop

CaringKids Toy Workshop
13-15 Baker Street
Banksmeadow NSW 2019

Postal Address

CaringKids
PO Box 91
Edgecliff NSW 2027