Thank You to Our Community
2024–25
At Micah Projects, we deeply value the contributions of people and groups across our community who support our work and stand alongside the most disadvantaged members of society.
We are committed to equality and diversity, and we work to create a place where people can move beyond poverty, homelessness, trauma, and social isolation. We meet people where they are, with respect, support, and a shared commitment to helping them achieve stability and dignity.
Community involvement complements the support we receive from government funding for the provision of services, helping us to innovate and provide solutions to problems. Many people across Brisbane share our vision for an inclusive and just society. Whether it’s small businesses, schools, corporations, faith communities, individuals and even children, there are many ways to contribute to Micah Projects. Together, we uphold the belief that every person has inherent worth and dignity.
We extend our sincere gratitude to all who contribute and share our vision for a fairer, more compassionate society. Your generosity makes our work possible, and we are truly grateful for your support and partnership.
Funding Support
Key figures
18
trusts and foundations
67
groups (business, church, school and community)
459
individuals
We are Mobilise
We are deeply grateful for the $94,000 in funding received for crisis accommodation.
This funding has helped 36 individuals and families cover upfront rental costs and access safe, secure housing.
Thanks to We Are Mobilise, we were able to secure funding not only for housing, but also for essential wellbeing support for women and children facing homelessness and without financial means.
During Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, they also provided urgent funding that responded to 10 families to find immediate safety and shelter.
Launch Housing Partnership — BDVS
Launch Housing provides $20,000 annually for flexible brokerage, delivered in partnership with local homelessness and family violence agencies.
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Since inception in 2014: |
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1,158 |
people supported |
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353 |
women |
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795 |
children |
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10 |
men |
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$320,444 |
in brokerage |
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Government
Australian Government
- Department of Social Services
- NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission
Local Government
- Brisbane City Council
- Townsville City Council
- Primary Health Networks
- Brisbane North PHN
- Brisbane South PHN
Queensland Government
- Queensland Health
- Department of Justice and Attorney-General
- Department of Employment, Small Business and Training
- Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety
- Department of Housing and Public Works
- Department of Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Multiculturalism
Philanthropic Trusts and Foundations
- The John Barnes Foundation
- Morgans Foundation Ltd
- Flannery Foundation
- Edwards Foundation
- Hull Family Charitable Fund
- The Isaacs Foundation
- The Everhard Industries Foundation
- The Metamorphic Foundation
- The Joffstine Foundation
- Crommelin Family Foundation
- Payton Foundation Ltd
- APS Foundation
- Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust
- Financial Counselling Foundation
- Ellen Whitty Trust
- Australian Communities Foundation
Donations and Fundraising
Key figures
31 individuals + 61 organisations
donated essential items
The Calile Hotel and Sealy
We are deeply grateful to The Calile Hotel for choosing Micah Projects as their charity partner during April, May and June.
Funds raised will supply 125 beds, a warm and comfortable place to sleep for people who need it most.
Thank you also to Sealy for providing much needed storage and making beds available at a discounted rate.
$61,415 donated by The Calile Hotel
Built
Thank you to Built for their steadfast support of Micah Projects throughout the year.
Their help at the new Wellspring Hawthorne Children, Women and Family Hub, the Moonlight Magic Dinner Dance, raising $12,100 through the Bridge to Brisbane, and for being so willing and available to help with transport, muscle and kindness, was hugely appreciated.
Ex-Cyclone Alfred
We extend our thanks to the community for their support to help keep people safe while managing their own challenging times. It highlighted the impact of a community which rallies together.
Key figures
35 people per night
supported at Kurilpa Hall, West End, offering a safe space to stay out of the weather
Key figures
100 calls
per day responded to
62 people
including families, assisted to relocate to safety in motels
45 people
supported who were experiencing domestic violence
Moonlight Magic Dinner Dance
In April, we celebrated the 18th Annual Moonlight Magic Dinner Dance. It was magical evening of dancing, fabulous food and meaningful conversation. Special thanks to our amazing and generous sponsors whose support and presence made the evening possible and Savvy who provide the music and fun year on year.
Key figures
600+ people
including participants, danced the night away at Moonlight Magic.
Thank you to the businesses and individuals who contributed:
Platinum: Adits
Diamond: Ethicol
Gold: Morgans Financial
Silver: Bruce Wallis, Crommelin Family Foundation
Bronze: Built, Community Business Australia, Farren McRae, Karen Healy
In Kind: MBE Printers
Friend: P & G Chisholm
Christmas Hampers, 2024
The cost-of-living crisis continues to leave many struggling to make ends meet; but thanks to the support of the community, Micah Projects was able to distribute Christmas hampers filled with fresh fruit, pantry essentials and Christmas delights, bringing joy and relief to many in December 2024.
Key figures
280 Volunteers
worked together to pack and deliver hampers
$45,530
donated for supplies
Key figures
15,894 pantry items
donated for hampers
1,160 presents
for children donated
920 hampers
delivered to individuals, families and rough sleepers
Thank you to local schools that supported Micah Projects’ 2024 Hamper Appeal:
- Junction Park
- Lourdes Hill
- Brisbane South State Secondary College
- Mount St Michaels College
- Padua College
- St Joseph’s College
- Gregory Terrace
- The Gap State High School
- Gumdale State School
Community Events
National Sorry Day
Micah Projects was proud to support Linkup with the Sorry Day Breakfast in May. During a sunlit morning in Orleigh Park, community came together to honour the resilience of Stolen Generation survivors and descendants and show support for their ongoing healing.
Remembrance Day
During Child Protection Week,
in September Micah Projects joined with Forgotten Australians and advocates to acknowledge experiences of adult survivors of childhood abuse in institutional settings and say, “never again!”.
Candlelighting Vigil
The annual candlelighting vigil was held in May to acknowledge and remember people who have lost
their lives because of domestic or family abuse.
We continued grounding our work based on evidence, participating in:
Health, Home, Hope. A research report on Inclusive Health and Wellness Partnerships
This research report aims to present findings and reflections on the Inclusive Health and Wellbeing Hub’s service delivery model and implementation...