At ClayMatter our ideals drive us to work for collective fulfilment rather than simply monetary gain. As part of our ethos, we feel our continued growth and success should benefit society through transparent charitable donations. Slide across to see details of the causes we have supported.
Crohn's & Colitis Australia
Ongoing Support Programs
For more than 30 years, Crohn's & Colitis Australia has been making life more liveable for over 75,000 Australian men, women and children living with inflammatory bowel disease. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.crohnsandcolitis.com.au
Dance Health Alliance
Therapeutic Dance Classes
The Dance Health Alliance facilitates innovative dance programmes to stimulate neuroplasticity and regain freedom through movement for the elderly and people living with Multiple Sclerosis, Rheumatoid, Parkinson's Disease, Dementia and Alzheimer's. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.danceforhealth.org.au
See Beyond Borders
Education Programs in Cambodia
See Beyond Borders works in primary schools in Cambodia to ensure quality teaching and learning is available to everyone. In partnership with local communities, they sustainably improve education standards by training teachers, getting children to school and developing better learning environments. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.seebeyondborders.org
World Vision
Nepal Earthquake Appeal
For decades, World Vision has been engaging people to work towards eliminating poverty and its causes. They work with people of all cultures, faiths and genders to achieve transformation through relief and development, policy advocacy and change, collaboration, and emphasis on personal growth, social justice and spiritual values. The Nepal Earthquake appeal is supporting Nepalese communities both now and in the future to recover and rebuild after this disaster. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.worldvision.com.au/nepal-earthquake
Dog Rescue Newcastle
Animal Rescue Programs
Dog Rescue Newcastle is a group of volunteers dedicated to the rescue of abandoned, neglected or abused companion animals. They rescue dogs and cats from death row at local pounds and put them into loving foster homes until they can find permanent homes for them. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.dogrescuenewcastle.com.au
Starlight Children's Foundation
In-Hospital Programs
Starlight's mission is to brighten the lives of seriously ill children and their families. When a once-bright life becomes dulled by needles, hospital visits and painful treatments, Starlight helps sick kids forget their illness and re-discover the joy of childhood. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.starlight.org.au
Mission Australia
Hidden Homeless Appeal
With a history of over 150 years helping Australians in need, Mission Australia has been shaped by its Christian foundation and values of compassion, integrity, respect, perseverance and celebration. The Hidden Homeless Appeal is helping bring the homeless in from the cold during winter. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.missionaustralia.com.au/hiddenhomeless
Soldier On
Rehabilitation Programs
Soldier On is about Australians coming together to show their support for our physically and psychologically wounded, to show the men and women of our defence forces that we will always have their backs. With the support of the Australian public, they work to enhance recovery, inspire communities and empower Australia’s wounded, giving those who have served our country the dignity they deserve and the chance to do and be whatever they choose. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.soldieron.org.au/rehabilitation
UNICEF
Ebola Crisis Appeal
UNICEF is the United Nations Children’s Fund, working in 190 countries for the survival, protection and development of every child, with a focus on the lives of children who are the most disadvantaged and excluded. The Ebola Crisis appeal is delivering water purification tablets to the medical staff and families of Ebola patients in West Africa. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.unicef.org.au/ebola-childrens-crisis
White Ribbon
Domestic Violence Awareness Campaign
White Ribbon is Australia’s only national, male led Campaign to end men’s violence against women. The campaign works through primary prevention initiatives involving awareness raising and education, and programs with youth, schools, workplaces and across the broader community. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.whiteribbon.org.au
The Red Cross
Syrian Crisis Appeal
Whether it's a major natural disaster or a personal crisis in your own home, the Red Cross is there to give immediate and practical help. They are among the first to arrive and last to leave when disaster strikes, and an important part of our local communities every day. The Syrian Crisis appeal is providing hygiene kits containing bathroom essentials to Syrian families affected by the crisis. More details of the good work being done are available at: www.redcross.org.au/syria-crisis