Illawarra Christmas Hampers
Unfortunately we are now at capacity for this program. Should you wish to register your details for future programs, please click the button below.
ABOUT LCV
Local Community Ventures (LCV) is a registered tax deductible charity and an initiative of C3 Camden Picton Thirroul (now called AnchorPoint Church Macarthur, Wollondilly and Illawarra). With a focus on providing support for people suffering from poverty, sickness, distress, misfortune, destitution and helplessness we endeavour to bring hope to those who face everyday without it.
LCV commenced operation in January 2021 and was birthed out of a desire for our church to effectively increase its level of support to our surrounding communities. C3 Church Camden Picton Thirroul have been involved in serving their local communities for many years and LCV enables us to take our local community support to the next level while also providing an opportunity for business and personal donors to make tax deductible contributions towards this vital work.
Current LCV initiatives include food hamper programs across our three LGA's and community programs.
As our resources grow it is anticipated that other programs will be added across our locations to meet needs within the community.
We are committed to partnering and networking with other agencies to help fill gaps wherever we have the resources.
ELEVATE WORKSPACE - AN LCV SOCIAL ENTERPISE
Elevate Workspace is a co-working office hub in the beautiful northern Illawarra suburb of Thirroul. We're more than just a co-working office hub. We're a Social Enterprise initiative of the registered charity Local Community Ventures, focused on caring for those in need and improving personal and community well-being. All our profits go back into our charity so when you work or study with us, you're supporting this important mission and making a difference in the world.
Need some support?
Our trusted and trained LCV team would love to contact you and discuss how we can best offer you support in this season.
I'D LIKE SOME SUPPORT
Spring Farm Food Assistance Program
We supply emergency food hampers to families from the Spring Farm Public School community.
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Illawarra Food Hamper Program
Offering FREE food fortnightly food hampers to a limited number of families during 2025. These are available to be collected from our office at Level 1, 345 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Thirroul on Friday mornings.
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Elevate WorkSpace
Elevate WorkSpace is a co-working space located in Thirroul. We have over 30 workspaces and operate as a Social Enterprise of LCV. All profits go towards LCV’s programs and activities.
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TREETOPS PLAYGROUP
At LCV we understand that social play is a vital part of healthy emotional and intellectual development for kids. We also know that as parents and carers having a space to take your kids is important for your well-being too. We offer a variety of Treetops programs including WorkPlay, PlayTime, Playgroup and WorkShops.
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Volunteer with LCV
Our volunteers are the backbone of the work we do. Every week they're out and about bringing hope and community to those in need. Volunteering at LCV is open to everyone and we'd love to chat with you about helping you find your fit. Whether you've got days per week or just an hour a month we'd love to hear from you.
I'D LIKE TO VOLUNTEER
Looking for community?
At LCV we recognise that loneliness and isolation can be painful. Through our connection with AnchorPoint Church Illawarra, Wollondilly and Macarthur we have lots of ways to help you find friends and a sense of community. If we can help out at all just let us know.
I'M LOOKING FOR COMMUNITY
Got a good news story to share?
Have you got some good news to share? We love hearing how our support and assistance has helped our clients. And if you volunteer with us and would like to share some good news you can do that too!
SUBMIT A STORY
We're committed to safety
At LCV we're committed to creating safe environments for everyone involved with our organisation (clients, volunteers and staff). To do this we focus on three main areas.
Protection for children and vulnerable people.
Safe emotional and social environments.
Safe physical environments.
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YOUR GENEROSITY MAKES A DIFFERENCE
BECOME AN LCV PARTNER
It's the generosity of our LCV financial partners that helps us bring hope and community to those in need. Every bit of assistance matters and all donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Click here to download a copy of our most recent Annual Report.
We have a variety of financial partnership arrangements from one-off donations to ongoing LCV subscription partners. Click the button below to find out more about Partnership.
ORGANISATIONS WE PARTNER WITH
WORKING TOGETHER TO BRING HOPE AND COMMUNITY
At LCV we recognise that partnering with other organisations is essential to fulfilling our mission. Through our partners we are able to engage volunteers, assist in meeting needs identified by others, access resources and work collaboratively to strengthen our communities.
Copyright 2023. Local Community Ventures Ltd. ABN 77 646 800 955 PO Box 1337 Camden NSW 2570
Local Community Ventures acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land where we are situated. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders of all communities who also work and live on this land.