This year, Queensland families are struggling more than ever. Spread joy this Christmas by donating today or filling a Red Bag. Help us reach our goal of 3,000 Red Bags and $80,000 in donations.
Over 3.7 million Australians face food insecurity, with over 60% of households relying on Jobseeker.*
Many Queenslanders must choose between food, medical care, and bills due to rising inflation.
How you can help
Give online now
By donating $50, you can provide a Red Bag to someone in need.
Volunteer
Take part in our charity Gift Wrapping station at Westfield Chermside, or help pack Red Bags.
The impact of giving
Just one Red Bag can provide Christmas goodies, treats and a smile to a child like Ivy.
“This will be my third year... Our first year was exciting because we didn't know what to expect and my kids thoroughly enjoyed the little things they got and the little bits of extra food for our table at Christmas. I have a growing family and I threw Christmas that year. Ivy enjoys getting anything and everything, so she really enjoyed just going through the bag!”
- Amanda, Ivy's mum.
Fill a Red Bag with joy this Christmas
How does it work?
1. Collect your bags from 28 Oct
Choose any registered Storage King location or WMQ service from Monday 28 October 2024.
2. Fill your bags
Full of Christmas essentials and goodies, or purchase a ‘virtual bag’ (donate the cost of a bag).
Need inspiration? Dowload the shopping list.
3. Return your bags
Drop your filled bags back to a registered Storage King location by Friday 22 November.
4. Red Bags are collected
Red Bags are then picked up from all Storage King locations and taken to our warehouse.
5. Checked or re-packed
Our group of amazing corporate volunteers check all bags and repack if needed. We'll make sure every bag has an equal amount of essentials and goodies for Queenslanders in need. Click here to volunteer.
6. Distribution to community
From Monday 9 December, Red Bags are distributed through several WMQ services throughout the Christmas period, including our Emergency Relief Hub in Fortitude Valley, bringing hope and joy to those who need it most.
Spread the word!
Share this page with family, friends and work colleagues. Every share, mention, and donation brings us closer to our goal this Christmas. Thank you!
Opportunities are available for a range of corporate sponsorships of the Red Bag Appeal.
Please contact the fundraising department on 07 3621 4365 or fill out our online form to find out how your organisation can get behind this great initiative.
*Over 3.7 million Australians face food insecurity, with over 60% of households relying on Jobseeker.
Source: Poverty in Australia 2023: Who is affected report, published by the Australian Council of Social Service, in partnership with the University of New South Wales.
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