Our inaugural Light The Way Gala was an evening we will never forget! Surrounded by a room full of people who genuinely care, the night was a powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together with a shared purpose. From the conversations and connections to the generosity shown throughout the evening, every […]
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Behind every safe home we create, there’s a network of committed partners working to make it possible. One of those key partners is Sevenfold Property Management, a highly successful property management company with offices in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast, Perth and soon to be Sydney as well. Sevenfold Property Management have teamed
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Partnering for Impact: Why Corporate Sponsorship Matters At North Star Foundation, our mission is simple but urgent: to build safe, fully furnished emergency housing for women and children escaping domestic and family violence. Each home we create is more than just a roof; it’s a fresh start, dignity restored, and a brighter future made possible.
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In Australia, domestic and family violence (DFV) remains a deeply entrenched and urgent social issue. According to the latest ABS Personal Safety Survey, 27% of women have experienced violence and/or emotional or economic abuse by a cohabiting partner since age 15, and 17% have faced partner violence specifically. Family violence can be fatal all too often.
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When someone escapes domestic violence, they’re not looking for charity — they’re looking for safety. And without somewhere safe to go, many are forced to stay in dangerous situations longer than they should. At North Star Foundation, we believe housing is the first step to rebuilding a life. That’s why we focus entirely on building
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In the world of rising costs and big campaigns, $46 might not seem like much.But here, it covers one night of safety. That’s 24 hours where a woman doesn’t have to look over her shoulder. One night where a child sleeps in a real bed. One night where someone who made the hardest decision of
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For too many women, leaving an abusive relationship comes with an impossible trade-off: stay in fear, or face homelessness. At North Star Foundation, we believe no one should ever have to make that choice.That’s why we remove as many financial and practical hurdles as possible. There’s no bond required. Rent is capped at three times
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