STEPS Pathways Charity

🎄 Yes, we know it’s only September. But hear us out.

In just two months, Christmas shopping will be in full swing. From 25 November to Christmas Eve, STEPS Pathways Charity will be running the Sunshine Plaza gift wrapping station – and we need some extra hands to help us out.

You’re invited to make a difference in your community and wrap gifts for the festive season. Register as a solo volunteer, or bring a group along. Either way, you’ll be joined by your fellow friendly volunteers and a STEPS team member.

You will have all the support you need to be a gift-wrapping superstar, even if you’ve never volunteered before.

Every gift wrapped supports STEPS Pathways College, where we’re helping young people with a disability and autism create brighter futures filled with independence and possibility.

🔗 Register your interest here: https://bit.ly/4h16zPq

🎁 Volunteers wanted!

STEPS Pathways Charity is running the gift wrapping station at the Sunshine Plaza this festive season, and we’re looking for volunteers to help us gift wrap to give back!

From 25 November to 24 December, volunteers will wrap presents at the gift wrapping station and support a cause that creates brighter futures for young people with a disability and autism.

You can sign up individually or register with a group of friends, family members, colleagues, club members – whoever you like! Either way, you’ll be joined by friendly, like-minded volunteers in a fun and supportive environment.

🔗 Register your interest here: https://bit.ly/4h16zPq

STEPS Pathways Charity Manager Katrina May has been nominated for Employee of the Year at Andrew Wallace - LNP Federal Member for Fisher's 2026 Fisher Community Awards! 🌟

Katrina leads our fundraising efforts and events with energy, empathy, and a strong belief in the power of community.

Her dedication drives real change for young people with a disability and autism, and she is always ready to connect with supporters who share our values and believe in our mission.

This nomination is a wonderful recognition of the difference Katrina makes within STEPS and throughout the Sunshine Coast community.

Congratulations to Katrina on this well-deserved recognition, and good luck to all nominees! 💚

Don’t panic – there's still 14 weeks until Christmas! 🎄

We’re not suggesting you untangle the tinsel or start practising your carol singing just yet... but if you’ve started thinking about your plans for the festive season, why not join us and gift wrap to give back?

From Monday 25 November through to Christmas Eve, we’ll be helping Sunshine Plaza shoppers prepare their presents at the gift wrapping station.

Every gift wrapped supports STEPS Pathways College, where we’re helping young people with a disability and autism create brighter futures filled with independence and possibility.

We need some awesome volunteers to join us. Whether it’s for one shift or across multiple days, your time can help us change lives.

🔗 Register your interest here: https://bit.ly/4h16zPq

☕ STEPS Grand Winter Ball Thank You Breakfast! ☀️

This morning we held a special breakfast to celebrate the generosity and support behind this year’s STEPS Grand Winter Ball, proudly presented by Caloundra RSL.

To our incredible sponsors, partners, donors, volunteers, speakers and guests, thank you! 💚 We couldn't do what we do without your support and the generosity of everyone who gives their time, skills and resources to help create brighter futures for young people with a disability and autism.

We're so grateful to stand alongside you and make a lasting positive impact together ✨

The breakfast was held at STEPS Café and Garden Centre, where guests enjoyed a delicious spread prepared by our wonderful café team. Catering is available to order online here: https://bit.ly/4wIgYX5

Save the date for our annual Autism Treehouse Christmas Party and unwrap a day of fun, family and community 🎅

📅 Date: Sunday 29 November
⏰Time: 9am – 2pm
📍Location: Caloundra Sharks Junior Rugby League Club

A favourite event for families across the Sunshine Coast, our Christmas Party provides a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment where young people with disability and autism can celebrate the magic of the season.

From rides and festive activities to plenty of opportunities to connect with other families, it's a day many look forward to year after year.

🎄 More details and ticket information will be released soon. Be sure to save the date!

A huge congratulations to Martin Duncan, AKA Sunshine Coast Foodie, on his nomination for the title of Australia’s Kindest Person! 🫶

Through his Sconetime initiative, Martin has spent years bringing people together with delicious morning teas to reduce social isolation and create meaningful community connections.

We are incredibly honoured that Martin has chosen STEPS Pathways Charity as his charity of choice. If he wins the award, STEPS Pathways Charity will receive a $25,000 donation from competition hosts HumanKind TV, helping us create more brighter futures filled with independence for young people with a disability and autism.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to Martin for his ongoing support of STEPS and for making a positive impact in the lives of so many 💚