Hope in a Suitcase Australia is a non-profit organisation run by volunteers who are incredibly passionate about showing every child in the foster care system that they are loved and valued by their community.

They aim to do this by giving them a suitcase of their very own to ensure they have a safe and secure place in which to pack their belongings and take with them wherever their journey may lead.

The suitcases are filled with essential items such as toiletries, (sanitary items for the older girls), underwear, a set of pyjamas and a change of clothing. They also include something to cuddle for the younger children, a book to read, a journal or colouring-in books and pencils to encourage creativity and provide a distraction away from their turmoil.

The Zupps Mt Gravatt Group will be hosting one of the Drop Off points for the “Hope in a Suitcase” charity at Zupps Mt Gravatt Kia.

There are many ways in which you can help us provide suitcases of hope to precious children and young people across Australia.

• Donations of items to fill our suitcases – see full list of items needed per age group below
• Donations to purchase suitcases or items needed
• Get your school, workplace, church or sporting club involved by sharing our vision and offering to be a donation collection point
• Show your support on social media by liking & sharing our Facebook page