Melbourne Legacy

06/06/2026

Financial stress can place enormous pressure on families already carrying the impact of service-related trauma and loss.

In the past 12 months alone, Melbourne Legacy has delivered more than $500,000 in direct welfare and wellbeing support to families experiencing financial and personal hardship.

This life-changing assistance can only continue with your support, click here to donate: https://bit.ly/4uHScVX

05/06/2026

Thank you to the incredible workplaces and individuals who supported Melbourne Legacy's ANZAC Day fundraising campaign.

Together, workplace fundraisers across Melbourne raised more than $24,000 to help support the families of veterans.

Special thanks to STACK INFRASTRUCTURE, CDC Data Centres, Built Australia, Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand, Amazon.com, 120 Collins Street, Supacat Ltd, and the many generous donors who got behind the campaign. From badge sales and raffles to workplace events and donations, your support will make a meaningful difference to the lives of our beneficiaries.

Your generosity reflects the enduring spirit of ANZAC Day, thank you for standing with Melbourne Legacy. ❤️💙

03/06/2026

With a long history of care, we are focused on always improving the way support is delivered. This enables families facing increasingly complex circumstances find stability, healing and hope for a brighter future.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4wZHgo7

01/06/2026

Recent changes to eligibility mean families of veterans can receive care regardless of operational deployment. It is an important step forward, but it also means demand for support is growing rapidly.

More families are reaching out for help earlier.
And we must be ready.

Visit the link to donate and help ensure the families of veterans receive the practical care, connection and opportunities they need not just to get by, but to move forward with strength and stability.
https://bit.ly/4uHScVX

22/05/2026

Eliza* and her children were experiencing family violence which escalated after her ex-husband acquired access to a key for their house.

Having built a trusting relationship with the case managers at Melbourne Legacy, Eliza and her children were able to regain a sense of safety after a successful referral was made to the Salvation Army Safer In The Home (SITH) program.

This enabled the family to have their locks changed, meter box lock installed and a security door set up, helping them feel more secure in their own home.

Case managers have an extensive knowledge of programs available to assist those experiencing family violence and are able to ensure that our beneficiaries get the help they need to feel as safe as possible especially in extreme family violence situations.

20/05/2026

Volunteering with Melbourne Legacy is more than giving time, it is becoming part of a compassionate community dedicated to ensuring the families of veterans are never left without support.

This National Volunteers Week, we thank every volunteer who has contributed their time, energy, and care to Melbourne Legacy.

Your support helps ensure that the Legacy promise continues for future generations. ❤️💙

18/05/2026

During the recent school holidays, we hosted a memorable day out at Gumbuya World for our families. These days out are not just fun-focused but also important in building a strong and supportive community amongst our beneficiaries.

Our family days are growing in popularity and garner overwhelmingly positive feedback from attendees, thank you to SCS Group Integrated Services for their support in making our day out at Gumbuya World possible! ❤️💙

15/05/2026

A highlight of the 94th ANZAC Commemoration for Students was hearing from Ajay Sonti, winner of the national Legacy Junior Public Speaking Competition.

Ajay's speech, 'Listen to Remember', was an engaging tribute to the importance of listening in the act of remembrance. Through humorous quips and heartfelt anecdotes, Ajay highlighted the importance of finding out the human side of history through storytelling.

Speaking to Ajay before the ceremony, he emphasised the importance of hearing directly from those who experienced active service, noting that these stories can offer young people without a personal connection to service a deeper and more meaningful perspective on remembrance.



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13/05/2026

In the week leading up to ANZAC Day, we welcomed members of Melbourne Legacy’s Torch Society to a special luncheon at the Park Hyatt.

Melbourne Legacy’s Torch Society is a deeply committed group of supporters who have shown remarkable care and foresight by choosing to create their own lasting legacy by leaving a Gift in their Will.

Guests heard from Major General Jason Blain DSC AM CSC and Melbourne Legacy beneficiary Cheryl Mackenzie, whose personal story highlighted the lasting impact of Legacy support.

The generosity of this group plays a vital role in enabling Melbourne Legacy to continue its mission of supporting families of veterans.

To learn more about the Torch Society, visit: https://www.melbournelegacy.com.au/the-torch-society-luncheon

11/05/2026