Backpacks 4 VIC Kids

01/11/2026

Thank you to our dear friends at the Casey Outreach Opp for their kind donation of $1,050 towards our Christmas 4 Kids in Care program.
Their support means we can deliver 30 of our Santa sacks to kids displaced from home, ensuring they wake up Christmas morning to all the joy the season brings.

You can learn more about the store through their page
https://www.facebook.com/caseyoutreach/ or visit them at 350-352 Pound Road, Narre Warren South, VIC, Australia, 3805

01/11/2026

Imagine starting Christmas with everything you own in a plastic bag.
That's exactly the story for a Victorian child, assuming they were able to grab anything at all.

$35 gives a child in care a Christmas Pack, so no child wakes up on Christmas morning with nothing to open.

When a child is placed in care at Christmas, they often arrive with nothing. A $35 Christmas Pack means they still have something to open, hold and keep.

$70 means that two siblings together.

If you are unable to spare a donation, you can still help us by liking and sharing this post so that we can reach as many people as possible who may be able to help us with the 5,225 Santa sacks we will send out this Christmas.

This Christmas support children in out of home care by donating to our Christmas 4 Kids in Care Campaign

31/10/2026

Did you know that we have Drop off locations all over Victoria to make donating items to us easier?
Visit our website to find out more

Donations are the lifeblood of our organisation with the generosity of our valued volunteers. View our donations options and goods.

30/10/2026

Thank you to Levande Living Salford Park retirement village residents! Carol has been donating items to us for 12 years! Today she delivered Christmas Santa Sacks she made with her daughter, and Handmade Beanies and other essential items collected through members of the village.

Our pattern for Santa Sacks can be found on our website https://www.backpacks4vickids.org.au/make/

🏷️Tag a friend who is a great sewer and who is looking for a Christmas Project

30/10/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our dear friend Ingo Shroeter.

Ingo was a much-loved and respected member of the Backpacks 4 Vic Kids family, who's energy, light and love for his volunteer work will be sorely missed.

Throughout his 5 years with Backpacks 4 Vic Kids, Ingo's passion for our mission was inspiring, and he valued deeply his role, in hand delivering our packs to each of the carers and child welfare organisations we support.

Known for his warm personality and hardworking nature, Ingo genuinely valued the people around him. Over the 5 years, he built lasting relationships and friendships with almost everyone he came in contact with, and we know that this news will have a big impact on many who held him close to their hearts.

His dedication, loyalty and contribution to the Backpacks 4 Vic Kids family will be fondly remembered, as will the laughter and light he brought to those fortunate enough to know him.

Our heartfelt condolences go to Ingo's mother and daughter, his family, friends and colleagues during this incredibly difficult time.
Rest in peace, Ingo. You will be greatly missed.

29/10/2026

Thank you Lifestyle Riverfield for your donation of much needed items! ❤

Your donation of large Xmas bags, knitted blankets, backpacks, toiletries and other items is greatly appreciated and will help us immensely for our ME Packs and Santa Packs!

Thank you Lifestyle Riverfield 🥰

28/10/2026

What We Need Wednesday — 28/10/2026

There’s always a need for the everyday essentials that help children feel safe, supported and ready to take on the day. 💕

From baby and children’s essentials, clothing and toiletries to school supplies and other everyday necessities, every donation helps us provide the things children and families need most. 🎒🧸

🛍️ Prefer to shop online? You can have your donations sent directly to:

📍 26 Remount Way, Cranbourne West VIC 3977

Every item donated, every parcel sent and every post shared helps us reach more Victorian children and families doing it tough. ❤️

A huge thank you to everyone who continues to support Backpacks 4 VIC Kids. Your kindness, generosity and ongoing support help us make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families who need it most.

Together, we can help ensure every child feels cared for, valued and supported. Every little bit makes a big difference! 💕

26/10/2026

Brick Lane Brewing Corporate Packing Day

It was great to have Rebecca, Jon and Ru from Brick Lane Brewing Co. for their Corporate Packing Day here at Backpacks 4 VIC Kids!

It was great to see them contribute to our mission and support us in helping children, youth and babies in out-of-home care. 🥰

Thank you for supporting Backpacks 4 VIC Kids!

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24/10/2026

Thank you John from Rotary Club Of Cranbourne Inc for donating various items that we desperately needed which included slides, drink bottles and clothing. 🎒

These items will go into our packs to help children in need by providing warmth, comfort and a sense of care. ❤🥰

Thank you Rotary Club Of Cranbourne Inc!

23/10/2026

Some of the most important things we deliver fit inside a backpack.

The worst days don’t come with warning. But when they come, we want to be there for the child and for the carers who open their doors to them. ❤️