Thanks so much to The Manhattan Project for holding a wonderful fundraiser on behalf of SAF and refugees last night. Donations will go towards assisting us with visa sponsorship and direct assistance to refugees overseas, including school fees and medical aid for orphans of war. Thank you to all those who attended and gave their [...]
Awards
Sanctuary has shown leadership in the field of refugee sponsorship and resettlement for over 20 years now. It is unique in it’s grass roots approach to changing the world. We have received the following awards:
2011
Sanctuary founders Sue and Peter Hallam, receive the Order of Australia for their tireless work helping refugees.
2010
Marketplace of Ideas, Intercultural Innovation Award
2008
Short listed for the national Givewell “Best Community Project” and featured in the Penguin Good Giving Guide and Ethical Investor Magazine
2006
Community Idol Finalist for best-practice charity
2005
Australian Altruism Foundation National Humanitarian Charity Award
2004
Regional Achiever Award
2004
Citizens of the Year, Coffs Harbour
2002
Austcare National Humanitarian Award Winners
Yoko Ono has given her permission for Sanctuary to use the words 'Give Peace a Chance' on a T-shirt to raise money to save the lives of victims of war (refugees). We have limited stock of this t-shirt available, so act now or miss out! >>