Throughout the festive season, we were truly touched by the incredible outpouring of support from our community. From local families to generous businesses, the spirit of giving shone bright with over 100 donations.

We want to say a huge thank you to every single person and organisation who took the time to drop off a gift. Your kindness has brought so much joy to children and families at the hospital, making a real difference during what can be a very tough time.

A special thank you to the following organisations and groups for their generous support:

We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to BIG W for their incredible help sorting toy donations. Thanks to their support, our play therapists were able to easily select the perfect gift for each child, making every moment just that little bit brighter for our patients and their families.

Spending the holidays in the hospital is never easy. For many families, it can be a time of uncertainty and stress. However, thanks to your generosity, we were able to bring smiles to the faces of some of our bravest little patients.

Whether you donated a single toy or organised a toy drive at your workplace, your contribution has made a tangible impact.

View some of our incredible donors below.

In loving memory of their beautiful baby boy, Orlando, parents Taylor (pictured with daughter Amelia) and Shae have turned unimaginable heartbreak into a touching act of kindness by bringing joy to children at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital (WCH).

Orlando was just five weeks old when he tragically passed away on Father’s Day, September 4, 2022, due to SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). To honour his memory, Taylor and Shae took on a 30-day challenge, walking 5 kilometres every day.

In less than two weeks, they hit their $1,000 goal and by the end of the 30 days, they’d doubled it, raising over $2,000 and walking more than 200 kilometres.

The WCH holds a special place in their hearts as it’s where they spent their final moments with Orlando. They remember the staff with deep gratitude, describing them as “absolutely lovely,” and sharing they wanted to give back in Orlando’s memory to help other children and families who need it most.

With the funds they raised, Shae and Taylor purchased toys and donated them to the WCH Foundation. For the couple, this gesture carries a deep and personal meaning. “We never got to buy our son any toys or gifts, or celebrate any birthdays or Christmases with him” Taylor said.

Reflecting on their fundraising efforts, Taylor shared how much the kindness of others has meant to them. “The support we received from the community and both friends and family has been very heartwarming!” he said.

Through their love and determination, Orlando’s legacy now lives on in every smile their gift creates, bringing moments of joy and comfort to children and families at the hospital.