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Anglicare North Queensland
Help us make a difference for your neighbours
and across FNQ
Our work is made possible by the people, businesses
and organisations who choose to stand alongside us.
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479 Mulgrave Road, Earlville QLD 4070
P: 0417 351 502
E: communityoutreach@anglicare.net
Operating hours
Monday - Thursday | 9 am – 3:30 pm
Friday | 9 am – 3:00 pm
There are many ways to support people who are doing it tough right now...
You can donate money, food, clothes or small homewares, volunteer your time or become a community partner.
Through access to affordable food, clothing, homewares, and food relief referrals the shop provides vital assistance to individuals, families, teens, and retirees. As housing pressures and living costs rise, more people rely on our services to meet basic needs.
Financial donations help the Pantry & Wardrobe respond quickly to growing demand. They allow us to purchase the items most needed at any time, ensuring our shelves are stocked and ready for those who rely on them.
All donations over $2 are tax fully deductible and make an immediate, local impact. You can learn more about how to donate here and read about our other community services.
Every contribution matters, and together, we can help the Cairns community stay supported and cared for.
Make a difference in a way that works for you
Donate
Give financially, donate food or pantry staples, or provide quality goods and small homewares that can support people experiencing financial hardship.
Partner with us
Businesses, community groups and organisations can support our work through donations, fundraising, food and goods drives, and longer-term partnerships.
Volunteer
Share your time, skills and experience to help your neighbours in need all while enjoying the company of great support and people around you.
Donate today
Donate once
Donate monthly
Biggest impact
$10
$50
$250
$500
Other
Donations are tax deductible. Registered with ACNC.
All payments are secure & encrypted
Donate money
A financial donation helps us continue providing practical services and responding to the needs of people and communities across North Queensland.
Whether you make a one-off donation or choose to give regularly, your contribution helps us continue our work where support is needed.
Donate food and pantry staples
Any food that is donated to Anglicare NQ at the pantry & the wardrobe will be given to those in need for FREE.
We welcome unopened, in-date pantry staples such as:
- Rice, pasta and other pantry staples
- Tinned food
- Breakfast cereals
- Long-life milk
- Tea and coffee
- Cooking essentials
- Other suitable, unopened and in-date non-perishable foods
Please only donate food that is safe, suitable to eat, appropriately packaged and within its use-by date. If food requires refrigeration, please keep it chilled during transport and contact us before making a large donation.
Food safety
We follow Queensland food safety laws and the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code follow to ensure donated food is safe and suitable for distribution.
Donate goods and small homewares
Quality goods and small household items can provide practical support while giving useful items another life.
Suitable donations may include:
- Kitchenware and cookware
- Crockery, cups and glasses
- Cutlery and utensils
- Small household items and small homewares
- Toys and games
- Bags and other useful everyday items
- Toothpaste and toothbrushes
- Soap and body wash
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Sanitary products
- Other personal hygiene products
Please donate items that are clean, safe and in good condition.
For hygiene and safety reasons, personal hygiene products must be unopened and unused.
Sadly, due to space limitations, we cannot accept donations of furniture.
If you are unsure about your donation, please contact us before dropping it off.
Partner with us
Make a meaningful difference while strengthening your organisation
Partnering with us gives your business or organisation the opportunity to make an impact in your direct neighbourhood, while bringing your own values to life.
Businesses, schools and community groups can also help by organising an essential-items collection or donation drive.
Whether you're looking for a one-off initiative or a longer-term partnership, we'd love to work with you to create an approach that aligns with your organisation and makes a real difference.
FAQ's
Is the food in the pantry all donated?
The items in our pantry are predominantly purchased from Foodbank Qld.
Can we beat other retailers’ price?
Prices are set depending on purchasing costs. We try to keep our prices as log as possible to support the community.
Can I donate electrical items or appliances?
Please contact us before donating electrical items or appliances, as we have limited space and cannot accept all items.
When is an item coming in or will be getting more?
Item availability is often varied and inconsistant.
Can I make a large or bulk donation?
Yes. Please contact us before making a large donation so we can confirm what is currently needed and how we can best receive it.
Where and how are funds raised used?
Funds raised in the Pantry & Wardrobe are used to purchase pantry items to support our food hamper program.
We also receive donations from our partners, Foodbank Qld, SecondBite, OzHarvest and generous community members.
Can I get a receipt for my donation?
Any financial donation of $2 or more are tax dedcutable, and yes, we are very happy to provide a receipt to you or your business.
Can I organise a fundraiser for the Pantry & Wardrobe?
Yes. Fundraising is a great way for schools, workplaces, businesses and community groups to support our work. Please contact us to discuss your idea.
Can my business establish an ongoing partnership?
Yes. We welcome businesses and organisations interested in building ongoing partnerships through donations, fundraising, food and goods drives or other forms of support.
What is the difference between best by and used by dates?
Use by: Relates to food safety. Food should not be eaten after this date.
Best before: Relates to quality. Food can often still be legally sold and safely consumed after the best before date, provided it has been stored correctly and the packaging remains intact. Although the quality will often begin to decline.