Lou's Place

Charity - Lou's Place (Kings Cross, NSW)
Item/s - Knitted or Crocheted Blankets & Gifts
Links - Facebook | Website

Lou’s Place is a daytime refuge for women in the heart of Kings Cross. Our mission is to provide a safe and welcoming place for women, meeting them at their point of need and supporting them in rebuilding their lives.

Many of the women who come to Lou’s Place are in crisis. Approximately 70% are homeless, most experience mental and/or physical health issues, and nearly all are survivors of neglect and abuse – physical, emotional, sexual, and frequently, substance abuse. Lou’s is a drop-in centre where they can find a safe place to begin restoring their security, stability and self respect. We provide safety on many different levels – from isolation and loneliness, hunger and cold, ill health, the dangers of the street or even the dangers within their own homes.

We have received beautiful patchwork knitted rugs before from knitting groups and we have almost run out so we would love to receive some more. We celebrate our clients' birthdays and sometimes our present is the only gift they receive on their birthday so any handmade gift ideas would be gratefully accepted. For more information please visit our Facebook page and website.

Women's and Children's Hospital Foundation

Charity - Women's & Children's Hospital Foundation

Item/s - Quilts for Babies & Children, Drawstring Library Bags and Pillowcases

The Women's & Children's Hospital Foundation Inc is the official charity of the Women's & Children's Hospital in Adelaide, South Australia. We are committed to ensuring that children and their families have access to the very best in medical care and support services at a time when they need it most. And that's why we need your help. Your support will ensure that we can continue to make a difference for South Australian women, babies and children, now and into the future.

We are currently accepting handmade quilts, fabric carry bags similar to a library bag and personalised pillow cases. As we have a lot of children that have lengthy stays we like to make their bed and room feel a little like home. All generous donations can be sent to Teresa Whitehorn - Community Partnerships, Women's & Children's Hospital Foundation, 55 King William Road, North Adelaide 4006, SA. For more information visit our Facebook page or website.