Hobart City Mission in Hobart, Tasmania | Non-profit organisation

Hobart City Mission

Locality: Hobart, Tasmania

Phone: +61 3 6215 4200

Address: 50 Barrack Street 7000 Hobart, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.hobartcitymission.org.au/

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24.01.2022 Have you heard the exciting news? City Mission Op Shops is opening a new store next week - and it's the biggest and best yet! With over 20,000 of quality clothing items, plus bric-a-brac, homewares, books, manchester and more this is an Op Shop lovers dream! ... We'll be holding our launch even on Saturday the 21st of November - visit the event page for all the details!

23.01.2022 Welcome 2021! We hope everyone had a safe and happy New Years Eve Our offices are closed today for the New Years Day public holiday. We'll be back at our Hobart and Moonah offices on Monday 4th January from 8.30am

22.01.2022 We received hundreds of pairs of socks, underwear and bras for people doing it tough in Southern Tas through the GIVIT platform Visit our website to find out how you can donate goods to programs through GIVIT - https://hobartcitymission.org.au/donate-goods/

22.01.2022 Our HR Aministrator found her first Donation Dollar the other day - and donated it accordingly at our Op Shop Who's seen these new coins around?

22.01.2022 With just 24 days until Christmas, we’re appealing to generous people like you to donate a toy to a child who might otherwise go without. This year we will be providing over 1,300 children with a toy, thanks to toy donations from our community. Make sure no child misses out this Christmas. Visit https://hobartcitymission.simplygiving.com.au/ to give a gift today, or drop a new, unwrapped toy to our office at 50 Barrack St, Hobart.... Thank you for your generosity

20.01.2022 Our offices are closed for the Boxing Day public holiday. We will be open again from 8.30am tomorrow at both our Hobart and Moonah offices.

19.01.2022 By observing one minute's silence at 11am today, we pay our tribute to those who have served and are still serving in our defence forces. We remember those who have died or suffered through wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations. #WeRememberThem

19.01.2022 Host a Christmas Toy Drive at your business or organisation to spread the love and light this Christmas! Register your business before 5pm on Friday 2nd October to ensure that children in our community can share in the joy of Christmas. We'll provide you with everything you need to host and promote your toy drive! All you need to do is promote it amongst your staff & members. Due to the effects of COVID-19, an online toy drive is the preferred way to support kids in need th...is Christmas - click here to find out why - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fyi9hfMaC8w&feature=youtu.be Please contact Emily on [email protected] with the below details to register: Business Name: Virtual or Physical Drive?: Address: Number of Staff: Contact Person: Contact email address: From all of us at Hobart City Mission, thank you for generosity this Christmas

18.01.2022 We have just sent out notifications about our Christmas Assistance Program. If you applied for Christmas Assistance you should have received an email, or text message explaining the next steps. Please follow the instructions provided in your text or email very carefully. If you did not provide an email or mobile number you will be notified via post. If you have any questions please call us on 6215 4200.... Merry Christmas!

18.01.2022 We had a lovely donation from Patrick earlier this week, who had used his hard-earned pocket money to buy food for our Emergency Relief program! What an absolute champion! His donation will help to feed vulnerable people and families in need - thank you Patrick!

18.01.2022 This year, we've partnered with Simply Giving to host a Toy Drive virtually. We're asking generous members of the community like yourself, to donate online, to help keep our community safe. The Simply Giving website works just like an online store, and you can select the exact present that you would like to gift to a child in need - Donate today to help bring light and love to a child in need this Christmas - www.hobartcitymission.simplygiving.com.au/ Alternatively, if you would like to donate in-person, you can visit our offices at Hobart (50 Barrack St).

17.01.2022 Are you a business in Southern Tasmania looking to support people in need this Christmas? Why not host a Toy Drive to spread light and love this Christmas! This year, many generous business owners will be hosting a physical, or online toy drive to ensure that children in our community can share in the joy of Christmas.... Due to the effects of COVID-19, an online toy drive is the best way to support kids in need this Christmas - click here to find out why - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fyi9hfMaC8w&feature=youtu.be We'll provide you with everything you need to host and promote your toy drive! All you need to do is promote it amongst your staff! Please contact Emily on [email protected] with the below details to register: Business Name: Virtual or Physical Drive?: Address: Number of Staff: Contact Person: Contact email address: Registrations close at 5pm Friday 2nd of October, 2020. From all of us at Hobart City Mission, thank you for your kindness this Christmas

16.01.2022 Our friends at Sing For Your Life Choir have started their virtual Christmas Toy Drive! What stars! You can donate through their link below! Thank you for your support of vulnerable children and families this Christmas

16.01.2022 Anglicare Tas is offering a free seven-session parenting program to help parents better understand and communicate with their teens (aged 10-18 years). Click the event link to find out more!

15.01.2022 Don’t forget! City Mission Op Shop’s warehouse rummage sale kicks off at 10am! Come along to Fill*-a-bag of clothing for just $5! Click attending on the event page and tag your favourite Op Shop pal! ... *Fill-a-bag for $5 is a standard Woolworths or Coles reusable bag - BYO if you have some spare - we can always use more

15.01.2022 We have an exciting opportunity for a professional 'people person' to join our team as an Executive Assistant to the CEO. The successful person will provide administrative support to the CEO plus governance and compliance support to the Board and Senior Management Team. Visit https://hobartcitymission.org.au/work-with-us/ for details on how to apply.

15.01.2022 A very big thank you to Rotary Club of Sandy and some very talented residents at Fairway Rise for their donation to this year's Christmas Toy Drive. These 40 or so wooden toys were lovingly handmade and painted and will be donated to children through our Christmas Assistance Program. Thank you to Helen from Rotary Club of Sandy Bay for coordinating these gorgeous gifts.

15.01.2022 We spotted one of our volunteer bumper stickers out in the wild the other day! We love seeing these as we're driving around our beautiful city

15.01.2022 Our Christmas Assistance Applications have now closed. We'll be in touch with you by the beginning of December about your application by email (or text message if you do not have an email address). If you need immediate assistance, you can contact our Emergency Relief program here https://hobartcitymission.org.au/emergency-assistance/

15.01.2022 SANE Australia hosts online forums to support people with complex mental health and their carers. They'll be hosting a confidential online event at 7pm tonight about how to maintain a healthy work-life balance as a carer. This event will discuss how to balance caring duties with other life responsibilities and the challenges carers may be facing. We will also be sharing some ideas on how carers, families and friends can manage the demands of caring, family, life, and work/study. To join click the link here - https://hobartcitymission.saneforums.org//Topic/m-p/933017

14.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who donated to Bendigo Bank's Winter Warmer Appeal! Your donations will all help to keep people warm through the unpredictable spring weather with beanies, scarves, socks and gloves. Thanks to Bendigo Bank Kingston, Nubeena, Hobart and Rosny Park for collecting for us this winter

14.01.2022 Christmas Assistance applications close in less than a week! If you are doing it tough and would like some help this Christmas, make sure you apply before 5pm on the 20th of November. We can help by providing food packs, food vouchers and Christmas gifts for children aged 0 - 16 years old. To apply, please visit https://hobartcitymission.org.au/cap/ or visit our offices at Hobart or Moonah ... * Please note: Due to limited funding, we can only accept ONE application PER HOUSEHOLD. There are only a certain number of spots in the program. While submitting an application does not guarantee you a spot, it's important to get your application in early for the best chance to access the program.

14.01.2022 Don't forget to book your tickets to Swinging Christmas at the Rosny Farm Arts Centre, this Saturday 5th December. Clarence City Council is kindly raising money for Hobart City Mission this year through the sale of their programs and candles. Australian jazz vocalist, Nadira and band will be playing festive favourites at this fun family event. Everyone is welcome, and bookings for free tickets are essential (due to COVID-19 reasons).... Click through to the event page to find out more and register for a free ticket. Thank you Clarence City Council for your continued support of Hobart City Mission this Christmas https://www.facebook.com/events/839485503469613

12.01.2022 We're desperately seeking donations to this years Toy Drive to bring the joy of Christmas to children who would otherwise go without. This year we've had over 770 applications to our Christmas Assistance Program which will provide food, toys and food vouchers to families doing it tough. That's 1,379 children who will receive a toy, thanks to your generous donations. ... Visit https://hobartcitymission.simplygiving.com.au/ to give a gift today, or drop a new, unwrapped toy to our office at 50 Barrack St, Hobart.

11.01.2022 One Community Together is sharing the 'Legends of the Plains' on their Facebook page, celebrating people making a difference in the Clarence Plains community! This week's Legend is Gary, who has volunteered at the Clarendon Vale Neighbourhood Centre for years. He was a shining star in the community through the COVID-19 crisis - read his story below to find out how he supported hundreds of families at this time. One Community Together are a collective of residents, commun...ity groups and organisations in Clarence Plains working together on shared goals to create positive change in the community. Hobart City Mission provide support to One Community Together. See more

11.01.2022 Our Moonah Clothing Store is open today for Boxing Day trading! Come visit us 10am to 5pm at 15 Main Rd, Moonah to find that unique, quality item (Please note, all other City Mission Op Shops are closed today).

10.01.2022 Our Hobart & Moonah offices are closing at 3pm today. We hope that everyone has a very safe and happy New Year. We're so grateful to have supported our community through the crazy year that was 2020 and we look forward to seeing in 2021. ... Thank you to everyone who has supported the work of Hobart City Mission this year - we couldn't do it without you!

10.01.2022 Clarence City Council is kindly raising money for Hobart City Mission this year through their Swinging Christmas at the Rosny Farm Arts Centre on Saturday 5th December. Australian jazz vocalist, Nadira and band will be playing festive favourites at this fun family event. Everyone is welcome, and bookings for free tickets are essential (due to COVID-19 reasons). Click through to the event page to find out more and register for a free ticket. Thank you Clarence City Council f...or your continued support this Christmas https://www.facebook.com/events/839485503469613

10.01.2022 Sfumato Hair came to Safe Space yesterday to cut hair for people using the space who have been experiencing homelessness in our community. Thank you so much to the Sfumato team who did a wonderful job, cutting hair and trimming beards. Your kindness makes such a difference

09.01.2022 All City Mission Op Shops are closed today, for the Boxing Day public holiday. We will be back to our normal opening hours as of tomorrow, with a quick break again on New Years Day. Visit our website for our store trading days and locations - www.hobartcitymission.org.au/op-shops/

08.01.2022 Thank you Nicky River Uggs for their massive donation of 120 pairs of ugg boots! These comfy ugg boots will be distributed amongst clients across all of our programs - from DIY Dads & Small Steps, to Housing & Family Services! That's lots of pairs of feet being kept warm thanks to Nicky River Uggs!

08.01.2022 Fairbrother is collecting toys for Hobart City Mission's Christmas Toy Drive - to help spread light and love to families doing it tough You can donate to the Toy Drive by dropping a donation off at Fairbrothers office, or donate online by visiting https://hobartcitymission.simplygiving.com.au/

08.01.2022 Tasmanians are in the crisis of their lives. Employment is at record lows, and thousands of families are unable to afford the very basics, like food and a place to live. That's why generous people like you are needed to help. Donate to Hobart City Mission's Christmas Appeal to make a difference to a young mum like Sharni today. ... Visit https://hobartcitymission.org.au/christmasappeal/

08.01.2022 Today is the last chance to register your business as a host of Hobart City Mission's Toy Drive! Register your business before 5pm today to ensure that children in our community can share in the joy of Christmas. We'll provide you with everything you need to host and promote your toy drive! All you need to do is promote it amongst your staff! Due to the effects of COVID-19, an online toy drive is the preferred way to support kids in need this Christmas - click here to find ...out why - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fyi9hfMaC8w&feature=youtu.be Please contact Emily on [email protected] with the below details to register: Business Name: Virtual or Physical Drive?: Address: Number of Staff: Contact Person: Contact email address: From all of us at Hobart City Mission, thank you for spreading love and light this Christmas

07.01.2022 Last week our friends at Taroona Primary School showed their wonderful generosity by putting together a whole van FULL of non-perishable food for our Emergency Relief program! We went along to visit them and give them a certificate to show our appreciation of their support and kindness. Thank you Taroona Primary School!

06.01.2022 Thank you! Your support over the past year has provided an extra 1,230 Emergency Relief appointments to people and families struggling to make ends meet. Without you, these people may miss out on important financial support and advice, causing further hardship or even homelessness. On behalf of all our clients, from all of us at Hobart City Mission, thank you! www.hobartcitymission.org.au... Artwork by the very talented Kylie Dunn dinkylune.com Production by our friends at Firefly Media fireflymedia.com.au

05.01.2022 Our offices are open again today. You can visit us before 5pm if you need assistance with a food pack, or call on 6215 4200 if you need further help with an Emergency Assistance appointment. Visit www.hobartcitymission.org.au/emergency-assistance for more information

05.01.2022 A very big thank you to Channel Court , Lions Club of Kingborough and all of the wonderful people who have donated food to our Christmas Assistance Program

05.01.2022 Are you interested in fundraising for Hobart City Mission but not sure where to start? We've got a step-by-step guide on our website with all the details on how to run an epic fundraiser - www.hobartcitymission.org.au/fundraise-for-us/ And, don't forget to let us know so we can thank you for your kindness & share the love on our Facebook page!

05.01.2022 We’re desperately seeking volunteers from tomorrow through til Wednesday to help us set up our newest store We’ll be there from 9am through til 6pm tomorrow - if you have a couple of hours to come join us we’d be thrilled! Jobs include; hanging clothes on coat hangers, cleaning and sorting bric-a-brac, stocking shelves plus lots of other odd jobs.... No need to contact us, just rock up! 15 Main Rd, Moonah from 9am tomorrow

04.01.2022 We launched the newest City Mission Op Shops on the weekend - A very big thank you to everyone who came to celebrate with us, and to the volunteers and staff who made it all possible (Visit the original post below for the full version )

04.01.2022 We are currently seeking a variety of goods for our programs such as BBQ's, musical equipment, gift vouchers and new toys. These will be provided to clients and their children in our housing programs If you can help, please visit GIVIT via the link below and look out for the items labelled "Hobart Urgent Need" Thank you to everyone for your continued support of people in your local community!... https://www.givit.org.au/donate-items

02.01.2022 Every year Colony 47 host a Community Christmas Lunch at the Hellenic Hall in North Hobart. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, they will be doing it a little differently this year, with community members asked to register for a pickup and/or delivery service. The two types of registration available are:... Families and individuals: Here you can register yourself and others to collect food and gifts from the Hellenic Hall. People living in remote areas and our elderly community: Colony 47 can deliver food and gifts to people living in remotes areas who are unable to travel and to our elderly community. Colony 47 will assess cases individually to ensure we can assist those in need. Visit their link to find out more - www.colony47.com.au/christmas/

02.01.2022 A couple of weeks ago some very talented volunteers sewed smocks for the kids at our DIY Dads program. These bright and colourful smocks are absolutely loved - as you can see by these big grins A very big thank you to the wonderful ladies who made them

01.01.2022 We picked up your generous donations to this year's Toy Drive from Moto Vecchia - Cafe yesterday! What an amazing effort from everyone involved! Thank you Moto Vecchia for jumping on board this year's Toy Drive again - you're helping to spread love and light to children in need this Christmas It's not too late to donate - visit at https://hobartcitymission.simplygiving.com.au/ to donate at toy online.

01.01.2022 Studies have found that lesbian, gay, bi, queer, trans and intersex (LGBTQI) community members are twice as likely to experience abuse or violence (including physical, mental, sexual or emotional) than heterosexual people. This, on top of other social and environmental factors, can increase the risk of mental health issues, which can lead to an increase in both depression and anxiety. SANE Australia is hosting their monthly Lived Experience Topic Tuesday tonight - talking abo...ut LGBTQI mental health in a safe online space. A SANE Forums Moderator will co-host this event and everyone is welcome to join! Head to the Special Events section of our forum page at 7pm tonight to join - https://hobartcitymission.saneforums.org