Aurora's 12 days of giving

The festive season is a time when many of our local charities see increased demand, so they benefit from a helping hand from businesses just like Aurora.

This year we asked our local team to vote for their 12 favourite Tassie charities to receive a donation of $1000 each.

The recipients are:

Variety Children's Charity supports kids and families who are facing many challenges through sickness, disadvantage or living with additional needs.Their work allows kids to gain mobility, to get out and about in the community, to communicate, achieve independence and increase their self-esteem.

Hobart City Mission meets people facing hardship and homelessness where they are, when help is most needed. With the help of their supporters City Mission look for new ways to help people through innovative programs and solutions, catching people who may otherwise fall through the gaps.

Guide Dogs Tasmania is the only state-based provider of Guide Dog services in the community, with local instructors available to provide ongoing support and aftercare

Cystic Fibrosis Tasmania is an organization that provides support and advocacy for the CF community in Tasmania1. Tasmania has the highest incidence of Cystic Fibrosis in Australia, and the second-highest incidence of the condition in the world, behind Ireland.

Canteen Tasmania is an Australian national support organisation for young people (aged 12–25) living with cancer; including cancer patients, their brothers and sisters, and young people with parents or primary carers with cancer.

Tassie Mums is a not-for-profit volunteer led group that is passionate about providing essential items to babies and children in need. 

Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary is a social enterprise that rescues and rehabilitates injured and orphaned wildlife in Tasmania.

DIY Dads (Hobart City Mission) For a single father who finds himself homeless, or at risk of homelessness, there is limited options. DIY Dads helps to provide an alternative option to help break down these barriers, which is both safer and healthier for both the dad and the children.

Hobart Women's Shelter provides safe, emergency accommodation and support to women and children affected by family violence and/or those experiencing homelessness.

Foodbank is the largest hunger relief charity in Australia. They are the pantry to the charity sector, linking surplus food and groceries to people in need.

Loui's Van (St Vincent De Paul) is an after-hours mobile service providing food, information and support to those in need. It is a two-van, six-night operation with over 280 volunteers on the roster that operates in the Greater Hobart area and some surrounding rural suburbs.

The Dog's Home Help lost and unwanted dogs throughout Tasmania. Dogs’ Homes of Tasmania has been here for dogs for more than 70 years.

Some words from the recipients

“Thank you very much, that was a lovely surprise! Thank you so much for selecting Guide Dogs Tasmania as a recipient for a donation from Aurora Energy." - Guide Dogs Tasmania 

"That will absolutely help us reach our goal of 1100 food packs to give out come Monday. We’re currently at 930. Thank you! Again – thank you. This will go such a long way in supporting those in need this Christmas!”  Hobart City Mission

“OMG! That is amazing and what a wonderful gift. Thank you all once again, that is AMAZING!!!” Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary 

“What a terrific gesture by the Aurora team. Thank you very much.” Variety Tasmania

“Thank you so much for contacting us and for Aurora Energy’s generous support! We wish everyone at Aurora Energy a wonderful Christmas as well!” Hobart Women's Shelter 

“I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for your gesture and for choosing us to receive this amazing donation. Our furry friends are joyfully wagging their tails in appreciation of your generosity.

Your contribution holds immense significance for us, as it ensures that approximately 3,000 Tasmanian dogs in need receive the love and care they deserve. Your support offers them a second chance at life and the opportunity to find a new, loving home. Without the compassion of businesses like Aurora, they wouldn't have this chance. You are PAWsome!" - Dogs Home Tasmania 

Wishing our Aurora 12 days of giving charities a safe and joyful Christmas. And thank you, for everything you do.