UnitingCare South Australia

22/05/2026

The Food Relief Centre at Lefevre Uniting Church Taperoo is 𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀.

This week is 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 – a time to recognise the vital work of volunteers across Australia. The theme for 2026 is ‘Your Year to Volunteer’ – could it be yours?

Every Tuesday, Taperoo averages 60 people coming through their doors in need of food relief. Between 150 and 180 meals are sent into the community each week.

If you can help, please contact Maria at [email protected] to register your interest.

Find out more about the Relief Centre here 👉 https://bit.ly/3PRaBjP

24/04/2026

9 News reported on the growing need for food relief programs across our state. This clip features Lesley Larecki from the Grove Uniting Church Food Relief centre.

We're raising money for our relief centres during Pancake Day season, which runs until the end of June. If your church, school or community group would like to help support these vital programs, there's still time to host your own fundraising event.

Find out more and register here 👇
https://unitingcaresa.ucasa.org.au/donations/

07/04/2026

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝘄𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀? 📈

As the federal government prepares to deliver its 2026–2027 Budget in May, UnitingCare Australia is advocating for a vision of productivity that puts people at the centre.

Economic efficiency is not an end, but a means to achieving stronger communities and improved wellbeing for all.

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲: 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲–𝟮𝟳 𝗣𝗿𝗲-𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 is a document prepared by the national body for the Uniting Church’s community services network. It sets out costed, evidence-based proposals that prioritise equity of access to support, early intervention measures, and future-focused structural reform.

Crucially, “social infrastructure is economic infrastructure”.

Read the Pre-Budget Submission here 👇
https://bit.ly/4sdo8PD

31/03/2026

A Pancake Day event with an Easter theme! 🐣

IT'S EASTER!!

Join us in Williamstown and Gawler for some Easter fun at First Steps!

All proceeds this week will go towards fundraising for UnitingCare Pancake Day!

31/03/2026

The Pancake Day fundraisers continue! We're so grateful for everyone who gets involved.

Register your own event here 👇
https://unitingcaresa.ucasa.org.au/donations/

31/03/2026

Another delicious-looking Pancake Day fundraiser. Thank you to the Echunga UC Youth Group! 💛

16/03/2026

What's your favourite pancake topping? 🥞

Keep it classic or get creative with toppings at your own Pancake Day event. All funds raised go towards the vital work of UnitingCare SA and their Relief Centres, which provide food and other resources to those in need.

Want to learn more? Visit https://bit.ly/4bOYdtl.

12/03/2026

Beautiful photos from Pilgrim School Pancake Day! 💛

09/03/2026

The Moderator and General Secretary donned yellow aprons on Shrove Tuesday to help UnitingCare SA promote Pancake Day.

We spoke to Rev Peter Morel and Rev Philip Gardner to hear their thoughts about this important cause.

Remember: Pancake Day fundraising season runs until 30 June, so there's plenty of time for your church or community group to organise an event.

More details here 👉 https://bit.ly/4bOYdtl

03/03/2026

The reviews are in! Our pancakes were a hit 🤩

We loved meeting everyone who dropped by our Pancake Day launch. It was a fantastic way to connect with people and promote the work of UnitingCare SA.

Keen to host your own community event? Find everything you need to know here: https://bit.ly/4bOYdtl