What an amazing evening! Thanks to an exceptionally generous audience and match-funding support from PwC, Morgans and SilverChef, TFN Brisbane facilitated over $110,000 for three groundbreaking QLD programs. More than 120 people came together at PwC to support the work of Heartfelt Homes, CORES Australia and Orange Sky Laundry.
See photos from the event and watch the pitches.
Event partners:
Heartfelt Homes provides subsidised accommodation for regional, rural and remote families of patients in hospitals far from home. By keeping families connected during these difficult times, it helps everyone involved, including the patient. Heartfelt Homes is expanding its services into Queensland and seeks funding to secure critical accommodation that will meet the demand for families in need.
www.heartfelthomes.org.au
Watch the 6 minute pitch
Funds raised: $33,400
 Read Heartfelt Homes' Application Read Heartfelt Homes' Financials
CORES provides community suicide prevention through training, education and early intervention. CORES also links people at risk with crucial services, provides bereavement support and runs training programs in schools and workplaces. The team are seeking funds to start a new program in Bowen and Airlie Beach that will involve training 100 people plus two local facilitators to ensure the programâs long-term success. www.cores.org.au
Watch the 6 minute pitch
Funds raised: $39,100
 Read CORES Australia Application Read CORES Australia Financials
Orange Sky Laundry is Australiaâs first mobile laundry for the homeless, using nine vans custom-fitted with washing machines and dryers to offer a free service for those in need. As the service has evolved, the team have also been able to connect their homeless friends with employment opportunities, including positions in their warehouse and via small commercial laundry contracts. Orange Sky Laundry seeks funds to expand this initiative and connect a further 20 homeless people to employment opportunities. Â www.orangeskylaundry.com.au
Watch the 6 minute pitch
Funds raised: $37,900
 Read Orange Sky Laundry's Application Read Orange Sky Laundry's Financials
