Established in 1923, the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation is a leading philanthropic organisation in Australia.
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Tax time puts a chill in many hearts but spare a thought for those in our community facing a more gruelling winter.
Your tax deductible donation will help Melbourne’s health and welfare agencies provide shelter, food, clothing and health care to those who need it most in our community this winter.

Our Heart of Melbourne Appeal raises money for support services that help Melbourne’s 15,000 people who are homeless. Tragically, one in every three is a child.
You can help.
By making a donation to the Heart of Melbourne, you will help to support more than 50 charitable agencies across Melbourne assisting people who are experiencing homelessness.

At Christmas, most of us have more than enough food at our celebrations with friends and family.
‘Fill a Fridge for Christmas’ is a practical way to help out Melburnians who need a hand.
We conduct three fundraising appeals each year to raise funds for more than 450 charities.
Tax time puts a chill in many hearts but spare a thought for those in our community facing a more gruelling winter.
Our Heart of Melbourne Appeal helps Melbourne's 15,000 homeless. Tragically, one in every three is a child.