Asylum Seekers Resource Centre
October 6, 2020
Emergency Appeal for COVID-19 (Grant: $20,000)
The Asylum Seekers Resource Centre was founded 18 years ago and is now Australia’s largest human rights organisation providing support to people seeking asylum. They offer more than 40 holistic programs that protect people seeking asylum from persecution and destitution, support well-being and dignity and empower people to advance their own future. They are supported by a network of more than 100 volunteers and 100 staff in assisting around 4600 people seeking asylum each year.
The ability for people seeking asylum to survive in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic is a serious issue right now. For those with no income or Government support, organisations like the ASRC are their only lifeline in this crisis, providing emergency food, shelter and access to medicine and medical care. This grant will help support the Centre provide aid during this time.
At the Arcare Family Foundation, we believe that lasting change begins with creating spaces where people can grow - together, with dignity, safety, and joy. It’s why we were pleased to support Metro Community Housing in their thoughtful initiative to establish two community garden sites for the women’s safe-housing estate.
Supporting NGV Women’s Association’s Open Garden Day
Arcare Family Foundation x Live the Life You Please
Providing Food Relief with Heart
A Community Coming Together, One Book at a Time
Supporting WomenCAN Australia's Peer-Led Employment Programs
At the Arcare Family Foundation, we believe in supporting programs that foster connection, compassion, and community — especially among older Australians. That’s why we’re proud to support Orchestra Victoria’s Connect program, a beautiful initiative that brings the transformative power of live classical music into aged care residences across Victoria .
The Arcare Family Foundation is proud to support Big hART , an organisation dedicated to amplifying the voices, stories, and cultural legacies of First Nations communities across Australia. One of the remarkable projects we are supporting is Traditional Heroes — a portrait series that pays tribute to Elders from the Pilbara region in Western Australia. Developed through extensive community consultation across Roebourne, Karratha, Port Hedland and Yandeyarra, the project celebrates cultural knowledge, leadership, and intergenerational storytelling. In 2023, the striking portrait of Nana Berry from the Traditional Heroes series was a contender in the prestigious Archibald Prize. This moment of national recognition honoured not only an extraordinary individual, but also the broader community and culture she represents. Now, work on the next portrait in the series is well underway. Each artwork is a testament to the enduring strength and wisdom of Elders, and the vital role they play in shaping and preserving cultural identity. Alongside Traditional Heroes, Big hART’s recent short film Jarda Bura, Gurri Bura, Jarda Ngarli, Gurri Ngarli (Senior Woman, Young Woman) is currently showing at the WA Museum. The film is a powerful reflection on women’s strength, knowledge and the legacy passed from generation to generation. The Arcare Family Foundation is honoured to support these creative and deeply meaningful initiatives. They reflect our commitment to community, storytelling, and cultural respect—values that are at the heart of everything we do. Stay tuned for more updates as the Traditional Heroes series continues to unfold later this year. To learn more about Big hART and their work, visit: www.bighart.org
The Arcare Family Foundation is proud to support Big Little Buddies , a joyful intergenerational program that brings together aged care residents and young children to share moments of fun, learning, and connection. Founded on the simple yet powerful idea that friendship knows no age limit, Big Little Buddies creates opportunities for meaningful interaction between seniors and young children through regular visits, activities, and play. Whether it's a game of catch, a shared storybook, or painting side by side, these moments spark joy and belonging—for everyone involved. The program celebrates the wisdom and warmth of our older generation, while nurturing empathy and confidence in little ones. The bonds formed between “big” and “little” buddies are authentic, heartwarming, and often deeply moving. For many residents, these visits are a highlight of the week, bringing energy, laughter, and a renewed sense of purpose. For children, it's a chance to develop social skills and form friendships that are grounded in patience, kindness, and understanding. Thanks to support from the Arcare Family Foundation, Big Little Buddies continues to grow and bring this magic to more aged care communities. We’re thrilled to help fund programs that create moments of joy and lifelong impact - for both the young and the young at heart. Because sometimes, the best friendships are the ones you didn’t see coming. To learn more about Big Little Buddies, visit their Facebook page: facebook.com/biglittlebuddies
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