National Volunteer Week (21 – 27 May) is a great opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the generous contribution of Australia’s volunteers. This year’s theme: Give a little. Change a lot, represents the millions of volunteers who make a profound impact on their communities, just by giving a … Read more about EPIC Volunteers give a little and change a lot
Part 1: Homelessness through Robert’s eyes
Housing issues In a recent article, I mentioned that in the lead up to the CEO Sleepout I will be sharing the stories from our EPIC job seekers who have experienced homelessness. To better understand the issue of homelessness, it’s essential that we hear real accounts of homelessness from real … Read more about Part 1: Homelessness through Robert’s eyes
It’s in the bag for women in need
The generosity of Brisbane locals will bring Christmas cheer to some of EPIC's women in need. Australian not-for-profit Share the Dignity coordinates ‘It’s in the Bag’, a Christmastime campaign reaching women who are homeless or have escaped situations of domestic violence. The campaign … Read more about It’s in the bag for women in need
Cruising for charity
Storm clouds and rain did little to dampen the crowd’s spirits for the annual joint Charity Cruise of the XR6 & XR8 Club of Queensland and Queensland Commodores Club last Sunday. While enjoying a stellar day driving and socialising, generous club members also dug deep to contribute to EPIC … Read more about Cruising for charity
Our CEO puts homelessness on the agenda
This June, 290 CEOs from organisations across Australia will be sleeping under the stars to raise awareness and vital funds for the many Australians who experience homelessness. The annual St Vincent de Paul’s CEO Sleep Out brings together the minds of the nation’s business and community leaders … Read more about Our CEO puts homelessness on the agenda
AccessAbility Day 2017
We were proud to participate in AccessAbility Day, a new Australian Government initiative connecting employers and people with disability. This pilot project took place in December in the EPIC regions of Bundaberg, Hobart and Woodridge, and provided an opportunity for participants to experience a … Read more about AccessAbility Day 2017
Film fundraiser success for Bundaberg Special School
Our Bundaberg office hosted a film fundraiser event at Moncrieff Entertainment Centre last week, to raise funds for Bundaberg Special School. Guests were treated to refreshments upon arrival and enjoyed mingling with members of the community and our staff. Raffle prizes were awarded in the … Read more about Film fundraiser success for Bundaberg Special School
Community celebrates art and disability at Seen and unseen art exhibition
Factory 51 was transformed last Wednesday night for our Seen and unseen art exhibition. Now in its third consecutive year, the exhibition featured the work of professional and emerging artists with disability in celebration of International Day of People with Disability. The event was a great … Read more about Community celebrates art and disability at Seen and unseen art exhibition