BECOME A 'VIRTUAL FOSTER carer' TO A VULNERABLE AUSTRALIAN CHILD.

Many people have sponsored a child abroad, but sponsoring an Australian child is a relatively new idea. The Bridge of Love Project for 2014 is encouraging individuals, corporations, community and sporting groups, and schools to become the virtual foster carer of a vulnerable Aussie kid. At just $30/month, it's an opportunity to change a child's life without giving up your own time. Read more...

Make a single gift.

Sometimes people like to give a single amount to help children when they can. All donations over $2 are tax deductible.

Contribute monthly.

Some people are willing to dedicate a certain amount each month to assist children at-risk.

Wills and bequests.

Setting aside some money in your Will to help children is a great way to give meaning to the fruits of your life's work.

In memorium and celebration.

Some people prefer to have donations made to Barnardos Australia on their behalf for celebratory or commemorative reasons. It's also possible to arrange for sponsorship of a child through the Virtual Foster Carer program in honour or memorium. Read more...