Category Archives: CSR

2017 gifts that do good

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One of a kind speakers. Great sound. Incredible cause.

It is funny how the world works.  You might remember a few posts ago, I wrote about social enterprise Substation33 that recycle and reuse electronic waste to create jobs and training opportunities for disadvantaged jobseekers in Logan?  (Here is the … Continue reading

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Give some words with heart

Do you think it would be possible to run a company that educates girls in developing countries, helps the environment AND makes a profit? Meet Lauren Shuttleworth, a Brisbane based social entrepreneur who is doing exactly that with her eco-friendly … Continue reading

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2015 Top Ten Christmas gifts that give back

I have searched my favourite online charity shops and social enterprises, so that you don’t have to!  Here is my annual list, top ten Christmas gifts that give twice.  A gift for you to give, and that helps a charity, … Continue reading

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Make charity the winner this 2015 Melbourne Cup Day – Brisbane events that support a charity

Let me tell you, I really did feel the pressure in writing this annual post.  Who knew there were so many charitable Melbourne Cup punters living in South East Queensland?  There are lots!  Well giddy up, let the race begin … Continue reading

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Shred for a Cause helping build Hummingbird House

On Friday 25th September Reddacliffe Place at the top of Queen Street Mall will be transformed into a document shredding destination to help leave a legacy for Queensland children affected by life-limiting conditions. Neil Taylor from Shred Easy said he … Continue reading

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Send love to the west this Valentine’s Day via #bakedrelief

Get your nana’s ANZAC biscuit recipe ready, spatulas set…..and GO!!!! Get your bake on for the second annual #lovetothewest campaign via #bakedrelief, sending home-baked goodies to drought affected farming families in Queensland this Valentines Day. Baked Relief is a direct giving … Continue reading

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drink coffee, do good, action against homelessness

This Friday 8th August 2014, take action against homeless and buy your Friday coffee from a cafe across Australia participating in CafeSmart 2014 and they’ll donate a $1 from every coffee sold.  To find your local do-gooder cafe, click here. … Continue reading

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The Bread and Butter Project #socent

I have been pouring over the 2014 Social Enterprise Awards finalists, and it is a very impressive and inspiring list indeed! It was great to see some of my favourite social enterprises Expresso Train, Who Gives a Crap and the team … Continue reading

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my top ten 2014 socially kind Mother’s Day gifts to give

For my regular charityspam readers, you already know I am a lover of social enterprise. I also love the act of giving, and there is no greater gift to give knowing your purchase has made someone else’s life just a … Continue reading

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