The ACT Chief Minister, Andrew Barr today announced the ACT Government will commit $5 million to create a new philanthropic fund in Canberra.

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The Kookaburra Kids Camp was partly funded by Hands Across Canberra.
Congratulations to Diane Bray Kargas, Chairperson of Hands Across Canberra who was awarded 2018 Canberra Citizen of the Year today!

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Our Impact Report 2017 tells the stories of how donations to Hands Across Canberra have made a difference.

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Canberra's Biggest Garage Sale asks for new and pre-loved goods to be donated and auctioned online.

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Canberra Raiders Jordan Rapana shows how easy it is to donate differently in Canberra’s Biggest Garage Sale.

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Hands Across Canberra CEO Peter Gordon talks to Zoë Routh about community leadership and the power of collective giving.

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Canberra City Care sought funds from Hands Across Canberra to help finance a new community kitchen and garden. These new facilities will help us expand the community outreach services offered in West Belconnen.

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Hands Across Canberra encourages Canberrans to spring into action this October

19 September 2018

The warmer weather is always a welcomed pleasure as Spring rolls around. It’s a time to open our windows to the fresh air and now we can also open our hearts.