How You Can Help
We could not do what we do without the support and generosity of those who donate their time and resources to Footprints. There are many ways that you can help, and some of these are listed here. If you have time, we would love you to come and volunteer with us, and if you are able to give in other ways, we would be very grateful.
Donations
Your generosity is appreciated
Bequests
You can make a difference
Volunteering
Whether you have a lot, or a little time, you can volunteer
Corporate Volunteering
Making a difference on a big scale!
Events
Come and join us for some great events!
“Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference”.
You can help to make a difference in the lives of those we work with. And that’s not just words. We work with some of the most vulnerable people in our community through aged care, mental health and community care, and your contribution will allow us to keep doing what we do.
There is no donation too small and we are thankful for any contribution.
Refund Policy
This policy only applies to on-line donations made through our web site at www.footprintscommunity.org.au. A refund may be available if you make an error. Any refunds will be made by credit to the card used for the original donation. If you make an error please, email admin@footprintscommunity.org.au or call 07 3252 3488 as soon as possible.
Security Policy
When purchasing from Footprints in Brisbane Incorporated your financial details are passed through a secure server using the latest 128-bit SSL (secure sockets layer) encryption technology.128-bit SSL encryption is currently unbreakable, and is the industry standard. If you have any questions regarding our security policy, please email admin@footprinstcommunity.org.au.
Footprints’ offer support where needed to help our clients achieve individual goals. Footprints engages with the community, working with socially isolated and financially disadvantaged people as well as older local residents, younger people with disability, people with mental illness, homeless and those needing housing supports. Through believing in the potential of people and working alongside them, we enable people to articulate their needs and facilitate the design of the services and supports they need to enhance their lifestyle.
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Your final donation could make an incredible difference in the lives of many.
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You could leave behind a legacy that allows your charity of choice, Footprints, to continue their transformative work in the community.
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You or your loved one, can make a positive impact into the future.
Volunteers are an integral part of all of our programs at Footprints. It is always our intention to match our volunteers with an area where they have existing skills, or an area where they feel they can make a difference. If there’s something that you’d like to do, and it’s not listed, please get in touch.
Where You Can Use Your Skills
There are many programs within Footprints and many ways in which we can utilise the skills you offer. Some of these are listed right, but please complete the form, or contact us and we would love to speak to you more about how you could make a difference.
Volunteer Visitors – Community Visitors Scheme
Refer to Volunteering Queensland website for further information and how to apply.
Social Support
Visiting our clients in their home, transporting them to appointments, walking the dog, doing the washing, helping with meal preparation or even just giving them a call to see how they are.
Light Street Centre (Centre Based Activities)
Our Light Street Centre operates over five days a week and we are always looking for volunteers to help with food and beverage service, client care, just having a conversation with clients, assisting with activities and vehicle transport to and from the centre.
SUSO
Our shower, laundry and outreach bus is always looking for drivers (must have a MR or HR vehicle license) and on board support to assist clients
Office Based Projects
Whether you skills lie in general admin, HR, Marketing, Finance, or elsewhere, we would love to have you come and assist in ongoing projects.
There are so many benefits to getting your organisation to give back to the community and some of these include:
• Improved community perception and related marketing opportunities
• Creation of culture of caring, empathy and community awareness
• Networking and word of mouth opportunities through community links
• Improved moral and motivation
• Bridging the gap between company and community (Volunteers Qld, 2017)
If you are interested in participating in a corporate volunteering program, we would be really happy for you to join us.
Footprints holds some key community events throughout the year that require the help of volunteers and the kind donations from the community, whether financial, or in kind.
These events are usually promoted through our social media channels:
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter
• LinkedIn
So please follow our social media to see how you can help, or contact us direct.
Thank you for the opportunity. I appreciate the professionalism, formal interview process and training. It has been a very supportive, friendly and rewarding experience. I was telling my Mum recently I wake up happier and more motivated coming to Footprints than when I was going to my paid job.