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Shine a Star this Christmas


It doesn't take something big to let someone know they matter.

Something to unwrap.
Someone saying, “We appreciate you.”
A little extra help when Christmas feels hard.

That’s the heart behind Shine A Star.

Through Shine A Star, we can come together 

to make Christmas a little brighter for people across our communities.

It’s not about one person doing something big. It’s about all of us doing what we can.

What your gift can do

Every gift can help create a meaningful moment for someone this Christmas.

$25

Help provide a Christmas gift for a child

Give a child something special to unwrap and enjoy this Christmas.

$50

Help thank a foster or kinship carer

Provide a gift card to show appreciation and encouragement for the important role carers play.

$75

Help provide a festive hamper

Bring practical support and a little Christmas cheer to someone doing it tough.

Make your gift today

Choose an amount below and help Shine A Star this Christmas.

Together, we can make Christmas brighter

Hear more about Shine A Star and how, together, we can make a difference this Christmas.

Real stories of hope

Making Christmas brighter for a family


For one family supported through Housing Services, Christmas gifts arrived at a time when money was tight and choosing presents for the children felt out of reach.


“Thank you so much! This means the world to me. I didn’t know what to get the kids for Christmas, and with so little money left over, I felt stuck. This has lifted such a huge weight off my shoulders, and I’m truly grateful.”


Sarah*, Housing Services tenant

 *Name changed for privacy.

A little extra support at Christmas


“The gift cards made a significant difference, especially during these times of high expenses, and greatly helped us manage and enjoy Christmas with children and family.”


Rachel*, foster carer
 *Name changed for privacy.

A little light can go a long way

One gift might feel small.

But when each of us does what we can, those acts of generosity come together and their impact can grow.

The more of us who come together, the brighter that light can become.

So this Christmas, help shine a little light into someone else’s Christmas.

Together, let’s Shine A Star and let hope begin.

Built on a legacy of compassion and community

Donations made through Shine A Star will go towards providing Christmas gifts, gift cards and hampers for children, carers and individuals in need across Churches of Christ’s programs in Queensland. Any excess donations received will be applied where needed to further the charitable purposes of Churches of Christ. Eligible donations to a Deductible Gift Recipient are tax deductible in Australia, subject to applicable taxation laws.