From the time she was little, Adriana Hartcher, Director, has been brimming with energy for life. The youngest of five and now a mum of two, she channels that energy into everything she does – at work, at home, and in giving back to her community. Fuelled by both her passion and a daily cappuccino […]
Sheree Bamkin, Director, has always had a love of the great outdoors – especially swimming at the beach. Passionate about community building and storytelling, we got to know Sheree a little better by the banks of the Brisbane “brown snake” and, while there was no swimming involved, she generously shared her story over her morning […]
Nikki Accornero, Board Chair, was born and raised in a loving, tight-knit multicultural family right here in Brisbane. With a successful career in communications under her belt, her talents don’t stop there. Outside of work she is also known for her culinary skills, so we’ve got our fingers crossed for an invite to dinner! Over […]
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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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Mark the history books, tonight our board officially convened for the first time! From its grassroots beginnings at the height of the COVID pandemic in 2020, and operating with impact largely out of our Founder’s garage (!), this year has marked a gradual but strategic move to becoming more official for commonkind. Since forming the […]
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Our CEO and Founder, Carolina Puleston, a first-generation Australian and Sydney-sider at heart decided to stop racking up frequent flyer points in 2014 and choose to settle in Brisbane. Although still not the same time zone as Sydney for half the year, being back in Australia is a welcome change. Disliking coffee and most teas […]
Read More… from Interview with Carolina Puleston (CEO & Founder)
Dani Townsend, Director, grew up in Tasmania, eventually making Brisbane her forever home after a stint in England and a few fun travelling adventures. Driven by passion, purpose and a well-caffeinated oat flat white Dani gave us a peek into life as she knows it. Question 1: Why did you join commonkind? I joined commonkind […]
Our Board Chair, Ester Willims, was born in England but made her way over to Australia in 2007 for work and has been here ever since. Community service has been a common theme throughout her life. Here, over a quick cup of Assam Tea (black) she shares more of her history. Question 1: Why did […]
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.
