ECHO Youth & Family Services

18/06/2026

Did you know ECHO partners with St. Luke’s Food Store to provide food for local families doing it tough?

Each week 50 - 60 families are supported with free food. It is also a place to connect, sit, and have a cuppa with local volunteers. We seek to ensure every person is seen, heard and supported.

Please donate to our EOFY appeal and help us ensure no one in our community is left behind.

Donate securely in just a few clicks:
https://www.givenow.com.au/foodstore

* if you or your business are in a position to support this work in an ongoing way please reach out.
* gifts over $2 are tax deductible.

Supporting people in need across the Eastern Dandenong Ranges.

27/05/2026

25/05/2026

ECHO Youth and Family Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Naomi Dewar as our new Chief Executive Officer.

With more than 25 years of experience in community outreach, youth and family support, and pastoral care, Naomi is a passionate and dedicated leader committed to strengthening vulnerable children, families, and local communities across the Hills region.

Most recently, Naomi has served as Project Coordinator for our Hills Community Strengthening Initiative, our mentoring and family support program.

After nine years as CEO, Nicole Lane is stepping down from the role. We thank Nicole for her outstanding leadership and contribution to ECHO and wish her every success in the future.

21/05/2026

Thanks to all the amazing volunteers who help us support the local Hills Community.

12/05/2026

12/05/2026

Our Annual Report for 2025 is now available on our website.
https://echo.org.au/about-us/annual-report/

15/04/2026

Apply for ST MARK'S ANGLICAN CHURCH EMERALD Family & Children’s Minister Job in Aura, Australia with Compensation: $41,000

08/04/2026

Find out more about No Interest Loans at our website.

If you are looking for help to cover unexpected expenses, please see if you are eligible for a No Interest Loan at: https://echo.org.au/nils/