Adam Whipp, Volunteer Engagement Advisor, is fuelled by a passion to make the world a better place and… a strong, no-fuss black coffee. With a long history being an active volunteer and also successfully scaling Amazon Australia’s volunteering program to more than 4,700 participants, Adam is confident he can support commonkind’s ambitious growth goals. Since […]
Check out our commonkind list of favourite books on self-compassion for primary school-aged children (and adults who could do with a refresher for themselves)! All books are ruthlessly reviewed by our panel of real child judges! Although they are still learning kindness they don’t hold back on the important subject of books! Please note: when […]
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With winter chills in full swing (yes even up here in Queensland!), our Child and Youth Advisory Group got together and decided they want to make something warm and wonderful for Aussie babies in need! Together, we’re creating handmade baby blankets for our amazing charity partner Baby Give Back – and we want you! This is a […]
Check out our commonkind list of favourite books that celebrate community for preschoolers. All books are ruthlessly reviewed by our panel of real child judges! Although they are still learning kindness they don’t hold back on the important subject of books! Please note: when you purchase a book through Amazon, we earn an affiliate commission […]
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Emma Thurston, Education Advisor, is a citizen of the world – moving many times from her home country of Canada and (currently) calling Australia home. With her studies in conservation biology combined with her work as a primary school teacher she is determined to make every day count in nurturing the planet and its’ people. […]
On June 1 2025, commonkind ran a Learn By Heart service learning session in aid of our charity partner The Nappy Collective to process nappy donations given by Queenslanders to benefit needy Australian families facing “nappy stress”. TL;DR The 2025 Nappy Sort & Count Event commonkind hosted the 2024 Nappy Sort & Count Event on […]
Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? Do you have skills and experience you want to contribute to a greater cause? We are seeking additional board members to help guide our work in building a kinder and more connected world. About Us: commonkind is an Australian registered charity dedicated to providing benevolent […]
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Today commonkind was honoured to speak at the public hearing for the Queensland Parliament’s inquiry into volunteering. The inquiry is investigating how we can continue to improve volunteering rates to increase the capacity of the volunteering sector in Queensland. Presenting to the Inquiry commonkind was represented by our Founder, Carolina Puleston, Board Chair Ester Willims CF GAICD, and […]
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With our recognition as a registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission we are now pleased to announce our endorsement by the Australian Tax Office as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Gifts in Australia over $2 to commonkind are tax deductible. This means as a donor you can deduct the value of your […]
Make these simple upcycled egg carton poppies to show your appreciation for those who have served and continue to serve in our military, as well as their families. The most important part? Don’t forget to give them out! You could consider Anzac Day or Remembrance Day. See our suggestions at the end of this DIY. […]
commonkind is an Australian registered charity that provides age-appropriate community service opportunities for children, young people, and families to assist fellow Australians suffering disadvantage and distress. We empower young hearts to build kinder communities.
COMMONKIND LIMITED (ABN 86 676 508 188) is a registered charity and Public Benevolent Institution with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission.
Gifts of $2 or more to commonkind in Australia are tax deductible.
