One hundred per cent of all donations received by the Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation are distributed to charities providing care and support to people living in need. In 2010, we distributed $8 million to health and welfare charities throughout Melbourne and Victoria.
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Tax time puts a chill in many hearts but spare a thought for those in our community facing a more gruelling winter.
Your tax deductible donation will help Melbourne’s health and welfare agencies provide shelter, food, clothing and health care to those who need it most in our community this winter.

Our Heart of Melbourne Appeal raises money for support services that help Melbourne’s 15,000 people who are homeless. Tragically, one in every three is a child.
You can help.
One hundered per cent of all donations received to the Heart of Melbourne Appeal will be distributed to more than 60 charitable agencies in Melbourne who help our homeless. Every dollar goes to putting an end to the bitter cycle of homelessness.
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At Christmas, most of us have more than enough food at our celebrations with friends and family. What if we could share some of our Christmas fare with people who need a fair go? ‘Fill a Fridge for Christmas’ is a practical way to help out Melburnians who need a hand.
We conduct three fundraising appeals each year to raise funds for more than 450 charities.
Tax time puts a chill in many hearts but spare a thought for those in our community facing a more gruelling winter.
Our Heart of Melbourne Appeal helps Melbourne's 15,000 homeless. Tragically, one in every three is a child.
Santa doesn't come to everyone and, for many families, even basic food items are a welcome gift at Christmas.