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The Kindness Project

Kindness With Purpose

The Kindness Project was born from lived experience of the foster care system, disability care and the gaps that can leave people without the opportunities and support they need and deserve.

We wanted to create something different. A welcoming place where people feel valued, build confidence, learn practical skills and experience a genuine sense of belonging.

Our focus is on supporting people living with disability, those who have experienced out-of-home care and others facing barriers to opportunity within our local community.

Our team working in the Gift Shop

Creating Real Opportunities

Through our Gift Shop and skills programs, we provide meaningful employment, practical workplace experience and opportunities to develop confidence and independence.

It’s about giving people the chance to participate, contribute and grow at their own pace.

Giving Back Locally

Sometimes the smallest things can make the biggest difference.

Whether it’s a pair of basketball shoes, help with sporting registration fees, essential household items or access to community activities, we provide practical assistance to people who need it.

Our aim is simple: to remove everyday barriers and give more people the opportunity to participate, belong and grow.

Local community support

Every Little Bit Helps

Making a difference takes a community.

Individuals, businesses and community organisations can all help us continue supporting local people.

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Shop & Attend

Every purchase from our Gift Shop, every workshop attended and every fundraising event helps.

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Donate Items

Practical items that help people take part, from household essentials to sporting gear.

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Sponsor Someone

Cover someone’s place in a program, a registration fee or the equipment they need.

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Share & Partner

Offer your professional skills or partner with us on community initiatives.

Together, we can create more opportunities and make a meaningful difference throughout the Holdfast Bay and Marion communities.