Charities & Causes Worth Supporting in 2026
Are you in the mood to make an impact next year? There are so many charities to support — whether it’s financially, by raising awareness, or by giving your time. Someone is always working hard to shed light on causes that matter, and every contribution helps.
If you’re looking to support or donate to some worthwhile causes, here are ideas to inspire you in 2026:
Children & Family Causes
Ks for Kids (March) – Walk 60km and raise funds for research into genetic diseases and childhood cancers via the Children’s Medical Research Institute.
Jeans for Genes Day (August 22) – Wear denim and raise funds for medical research across Australia.
Humpty Dumpty Foundation – Funds life-saving medical equipment for children’s hospitals.
The Pyjama Foundation – Empowers children in foster care with learning and life skills.
Dymocks Children’s Charities – Supports literacy programs for children across Australia.
Ronald McDonald House Charities – Provides accommodation and support for families with sick children.
The Frankie Foundation
The Little Blue Dinosaur Foundation - road awareness and care with parking and crossing driveways.
Health & Research
Movember (November) – Support men’s mental health and prostate cancer research through “Move for Movember” or “Host a Mo-Ment”.
Daniher’s Drive – Raises funds for Motor Neurone Disease research.
Fred’s Big Run – Raise money for the Fred Hollows Foundation and walk 150km in a month to help restore sight.
WaterAid’s Water Challenge (March) – Make water your only beverage for a month to raise funds for clean water access.
Paint the Town Teal – Support women with ovarian cancer through awareness and fundraising events.
White Ribbon Day – Stand against domestic and physical violence.
Environment & Sustainability
Planet Ark – Get involved in National Tree Day or recycling programs.
Take 3 for the Sea – Help reduce ocean pollution by picking up 3 pieces of litter each time you visit the beach.
Good for the Hood – Share sustainability messages and lead local environmental projects.
Clean Up Australia Day – Participate as a business, school, or community group.
Community & Giving
Back to School Appeal – The Smith Family – Support children’s education.
Save Our Sons Duchenne Foundation – Take part in walks or events for Duchenne muscular dystrophy research.
Girls’ Night In – Host a night in to support women’s cancer research.
Giving 4 Living – Donate unwanted items or household goods.
Shoebox for Christmas – Fill a box with gifts for families in need.
Share The Dignity – Donate unused handbags and toiletries to women’s shelters via Bunnings.
Recycle Old Toys at Big W’s “Toys for Joys” – Give your toys a second life.
Guide Dogs Australia – Support training programs that give independence to people with low vision.
World Vision Australia – Sponsor a child or support emergency relief efforts.
febfast - give up alcohol, sugar or even coffee to raise funds and awareness of young people living with serious disadvantages such as mental health issues or drug dependence
Your time counts too. If donating money isn’t possible, your time and energy are just as valuable. Whether it’s mentoring a student, joining a local brigade, or helping a neighbour — it all makes a difference.
What charities are close to your heart? We’d love it if you joined the conversation and left a comment below.
