COMMONKIND LIMITED

COMMONKIND LIMITED is an Australian registered charity and Public Benevolent Institution dedicated to providing benevolent relief to people and communities experiencing poverty, disadvantage, and distress. It uniquely empowers children, young people, and families by facilitating age-appropriate community service activities that foster kindness and civic engagement across Australia. COMMONKIND believes that charity begins at home and harnesses the collective action of families to build a more compassionate society, evolving Australia from the “lucky country” to the “loving country.”

Art with Heart: Repurposing Children’s Creativity for Community Good

Art with Heart is COMMONKIND LIMITED’s flagship program that transforms children’s original artwork into meaningful gifts for people facing loneliness, social isolation, and disadvantage. This initiative not only gives new life to children’s creativity but also brings joy, connection, and a sense of community to vulnerable Australians. By engaging families in this hands-on activity, the program promotes empathy and social inclusion while supporting those in need.

Mission and Vision

COMMONKIND LIMITED’s mission is to evolve Australia from the “lucky country” to the “loving country” by mobilising children, young people, and families to deliver benevolent relief through community service. Its vision is a kinder, more connected Australia where disadvantage is addressed through collective care and sustained community action.

Main Objectives

• Provide age-appropriate community service opportunities for children and families.
• Deliver immediate benevolent relief to Australians experiencing poverty, food insecurity, homelessness, and social isolation.
• Expand the capacity of the charity sector by engaging a reliable youth volunteer workforce.
• Foster empathy, civic identity, and lifelong service habits among young participants.
• Support the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals through practical community action.

Benefiting Groups

• Children and young people who gain meaningful volunteer experiences.
• Families who participate together in charitable activities.
• Vulnerable Australians facing poverty, food insecurity, social isolation, and distress.
• Charities and not-for-profits that receive volunteer support and benevolent relief.
• Communities strengthened by increased social connection and kindness.

Types of Services or Activities

• Facilitating age-appropriate community service projects for children and families.
• Programs like Art with Heart, which repurpose children’s artwork for social good.
• Intergenerational programs that connect young people with older Australians to reduce loneliness and ageism.
• Community knitting projects creating handmade items for babies in need.
• Partnering with schools, care providers, and charities to co-design customised service-learning experiences.