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In this episode, Patrick Wain, Co-ordinator of Therapeutic Horticulture shares an insight into how Kevin Heinze Grow nurtures the power of plants, purpose and people coming together to support mental health, physical rehabilitation and personal growth.

Tune in to hear Patrick share stories of how this amazing charity is empowering individuals with a disability, mental illness or at risk of social isolation through a series dedicated horticultural programs. Kevin Heinze Grow also operate a retail nursery and café as well as host open days for the public.

To learn more, visit: https://kevinheinzegrow.org.au/

Visit the Nurseries:

Doncaster (incl. Cafe): 39 Wetherby Rd, Doncaster VIC 3108

Coburg: 2A Station Street, Coburg VIC 3058

Meet the team and learn about the programs by attending an Open Day:

Doncaster: Saturday 18th October 2025

Coburg: Saturday 15th November 2025

In this episode, Hush Foundation founder Professor Catherine Crock AM, shares how her own experiences as a physician treating children with Leukaemia while also raising 5 children led to the courageous decision to create this unique and inspirational charity, which is transforming the culture of Healthcare through arts, music and storytelling.

Tune in to hear how Hush has evolved over the last 25 years, from specifically composed calming music to theatrical plays written to highlight serious cultural problems in Healthcare and more. Catherine also shares how Hush's Gathering of Kindness initiative is promoting compassion, respectful communication and a more human-centered experience for patients, families, and health professionals.

To learn more, visit: https://www.hush.org.au/

Watch the 30 second Gathering of Kindness 2024 Wrap Up Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICHUpcoamAI&list=PLimibY9kWNFMbKTK_owERJ6Mi_K2ghyRT

In this episode, Open Table CEO, Peta Christensen and Volunteer Facilitator, Catherine Berryman share how this remarkable charity reduces food waste by rescuing surplus food from bakeries, supermarkets and grocers to prepare nutritious meals for people in need at their free community lunches and free food markets.

Tune in to hear Peta explain how 70% of household food waste is still perfectly edible and how Open Table educates the community on how to reduce their own household food waste with their amazing No Waste Cooking Workshops and their No Waste Cookbook. Plus, see the show notes for the ingredients to make Peta's delicious Avocado Chocolate Mousse.

To learn more (and watch the explainer animation), visit: www.open-table.org

Peta's Avocado Chocolate Mousse Ingredients:

- 2 x Ripe Avocados

- Maple Syrup

- Cocoa Powder

- Dark Choc Chips

- Salt

- Orange Zest

In this episode, Kylie Greer, CEO of Artists for Kids Culture (AKC), is joined by AKC ambassador Brian Nankervis and talented grant recipient Opal McInnes. Together, they explore how AKC is opening doors for young people experiencing hardship, giving them access to meaningful artistic experiences and the joy of creative expression.

Listen in as they discuss AKC’s dynamic programs (including the innovative 'Arts Bus' mobile art studio) and how Opal found her passion for digital art and animation — proving the power of creativity to transform lives when given the opportunity.

To learn more, visit: https://www.akc.org.au/

About the Arts Bus: https://www.akc.org.au/akc-artsbus/

In this episode, Anthony Chesler, CEO of Thread Together gives an insight into this remarkable charity that partners with over 2,000 Australian fashion brands to divert brand-new, unsold clothes destined for landfill and provide them to the most disadvantaged people across the country, offering choice and restoring dignity.

Tune in to hear how Thread Together are leveraging AI to quickly identify the geographical locations where the need is greatest as well as a range of innovative programs that are designed to not only transform an individual's appearance, but also their sense of confidence and self worth.

To learn more, visit: https://www.threadtogether.org/

In this episode, Nikki Blanch, Co-founder and Programs Manager, shares how Meals With Impact is creating connection, confidence and employment opportunities for migrant women through this incredible social enterprise.

Tune in to hear how each new migrant recipient contributes a recipe of special significance to them, which is then commercialised and served for sale at their Docklands Café and via distribution as ready meals. Nikki also shares stories of the remarkable resilience and determination of these women as they look to create a better life for their families in Australia.

To learn more, visit: mealswithimpact.com.au.

Visit the Meals With Impact Cafe: Shop 1-2, 747 Collins Street, Docklands, VIC 3005 (Corner of Collins Street & Batmans Hill Drive)

In this episode, Ifrin Fittock, CEO of SisterWorks, shares how this community-driven charity supports women from refugee, asylum-seeker and migrant backgrounds by helping them gain skills, confidence and community connections.

Tune in to hear Ifrin explain their 'Work, Learn and Support' model that equips their recipients - known as Sisters - with training in sewing, cooking, digital literacy and entrepreneurship. Plus, learn about a pioneering partnership between SisterWorks and Yarra Trams where the charity supplies them with textiles and catering as well as a project to refurbish the fabric seats of their Tram fleet, creating new revenue streams.

To learn more, visit: www.sisterworks.org.au/

Café: 611 Nicholson St, Carlton North

Retail Outlet: 102A Bridge Road, Richmond, VIC, 3121

In this episode, Women Spirit Project's Managing Director, Suzanne Murphy and past program graduate Mel (now Project Co-Ordinator) share how they're transforming the lives of disadvantaged women through dedicated fitness, health and well-being activities.

Listen to Suzanne describe how a passionate group of women are filling an important gap to help those in need in the Frankston and surrounding areas. Mel shares how the Spirit of Transformation program turned her life around after hitting rock bottom in 2017, from being homeless having escaped family violence to finding her calling and now helping to inspire other women to transform their own lives.

To learn more, visit: womensspiritproject.org

Watch their documentary 'I Am Enough': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UpCZ3obcT4

In this episode, Ready Set's CEO Cynthia Kralik and previous client Lily Day share how this amazing charity provides a sense of hope, confidence and dignity to disadvantaged men and women through free, styled wardrobe solutions, career coaching and connections to enable them to enter the workforce.

Tune in to hear Cynthia explain how this charity provides so much more than 'an outfit to wear to a job interview' and how Ready Set's assistance helped Lily look the part, present confidently at interview and secure a role to start her corporate career.

To learn more, visit: https://www.readyset.org.au/

Watch Ready Set's recent Channel 7 News feature: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PLXHFh5TndI

In this episode, Bernie Shakeshaft, Founder of BackTrack Youth Works shares how he drew on his own personal experiences, heartbreaks and frustrations as a youth worker to create this remarkable charity. Through sheer hard work, a series of chance encounters and a mindset to do whatever it takes, Bernie and team are 'keeping vulnerable kids alive and out of jail' in Armidale, NSW.

Tune in to hear how Bernie, a father figure for troubled youth that everyone else has given up on, is transforming their lives and influencing the paths of future generations through BackTrack's innovative and ever-evolving program to provide a sense of hope and a genuine purpose for their recipients.

To learn more:

- Visit BackTrack's website: https://backtrack.org.au/

- Watch the award winning 'BackTrack Boys' documentary: https://backtrack.org.au/documentary/