Buddy News
Children's stories of healing and hope made possible by you.
You're helping vulnerable children feel safe and supported.
As we reflect on the first few months of 2026, one feeling stands out above all else: gratitude.
Because of you, children are finding safety and hope again.
Your compassion, your belief in protecting children, and your incredible generosity are already helping to give life-changing safety, comfort and hope to thousands of children across Australia.
In this edition of Buddy News, you'll see the care and support you help provide every day for children recovering from violence and trauma. You'll meet Jasmine*, a brave nine-year-old whose world was shaken by violence and instability. Your kindness helped her rebuild her confidence, feel supported at home, and build friendships for the first time in her life.You'll also:
- Read about the powerful advocacy you helped make possible following the Bondi tragedy, contributing to meaningful gun-law reforms that will help protect children and communities across Australia.
- See how you brought a sense of joy, dignity and hope to children like Mia* and her sisters after their home was destroyed by devastating floods.
- Read other inspiring stories and updates you made possible!
Your kindness is helping children feel safe again. Helping them heal. Helping them recover. Helping them thrive.
And for that, we cannot thank you enough.
Buddy News Stories
Every story you'll read in this special issue exists because of you. Your kindness helps children in crisis like Jasmine and Mia feel safe, loved and hopeful.
*These stories are true accounts, but the names and some images have been changed to protect their safety and privacy.
A message from our CEO – your impact in action!
Thanks to your extraordinary generosity last Christmas, you helped raise over $260,000 – a truly breathtaking result!
Our CEO, Sarah, wanted to personally thank you for your kindness.
