"Locals helping locals"

The annual Mayor's Christmas Charity is a vital initiative that raises funds to buy food hampers for local families and older community members who need help making their Christmas festive.

Your extremely generous contributions are crucial in spreading Christmas joy to our community members who need it the most. Your support is greatly appreciated. Donating is easy and convenient.

You can donate online by credit card (MasterCard or Visa) at Council's BPoint payment site or by clicking the "Donate" button below.

$50 donation $100 donation $150 donation Donate your own amount

You can also donate:

  • over the counter with cash, credit card, cheque or money order at Council's customer service offices
  • by posting a cheque or money order to Council at PO Box 359 Cairns QLD 4870. All cheques should be made to the Mayor's Christmas Cheer Appeal

Please note that NO FOOD OR TOYS can be accepted for the Mayor's Christmas Charity.

Note: Any donations received after 1 December each year will be added to the following year's Mayor's Christmas Charity target.

Last Updated: 10 July 2024

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