Paper Cranes Children's Foundation

31/12/2025

As 2025 draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on the incredible progress made over the past 12 months.

From building meaningful relationships and forging new connections, to supporting the families who trust us every day, none of this happens without you.

It truly takes a village. To our dedicated staff who pour their heart and soul into their work, our board, our volunteers, and every person who has supported us along the way , thank you.

As we look ahead to 2026, we’re excited for what’s to come. Keep an eye out, because we have some amazing things in the works.

Please remember over this festive season to think of us when you have your empties!!!

29/12/2025

Christmas came with a BIG bounce!

Just in time for the New Year!

Logan is now home to the largest wheelchair-accessible trampoline, proudly installed at Wattle Cottage

Want to come try it out? Reach out via private message, call or email, we’d love to welcome you in.

Big shout out to all those that made this dream possible to make Wattle Cottage that home away from home for those that need it the most:

Greenbank Services Club
Lionsatspringwood
Cook Medical
Double Tap Plumbing & Drainage - for coming to the rescue yet again!
All-in play for the innovation, prompt production and smooth installation

24/12/2025

Sharing the love and gratitude with our friends at EquusTerra for helping with honouring this beautiful wish to Tania. Amazing work of

23/12/2025

Our annual Christmas team party was a fantastic day all round, filled with laughter, great company, and the chance to celebrate together. It was wonderful to have our team joined by members of the board, along with the ever-lovely Margaret and Brian.

We are incredibly grateful for the support shown throughout 2025. Looking ahead to 2026, there is so much to be excited about, with renovations at Wattle Cottage hopefully nearing completion and the prospect of opening our doors earlier than expected.

As part of our yearly tradition, we took time to acknowledge excellence and sincerely thank our staff, volunteers, and families for everything they contribute.

And a huge shout-out to Santa, who braved the Queensland heat to visit not only our team, but also some of the beautiful children we support. A special thank you as well to the lovely Kony, who baked Christmas cookies for our families - a truly thoughtful touch.

22/12/2025

The holiday season can be a busy and overwhelming time of year for families.

If you know a loved one who may need a little extra support during this period, please know that Paper Cranes is here for you , 24/7.

While routines and services often change over the holidays, everyday needs don't take a break. With busier shops, full calendars and added end of year pressures, extra support can make a real difference.

If you or someone you care about could use assistance over the holiday period, please reach out, we're always here to help.

18/12/2025

Its beginning to look like Christmas 🎄 ✨️

17/12/2025

Guess what day it is?! 🙌
Wheelchair trampoline installation day!!

We are beyond excited to see this coming together.
Huge thanks to the Greenbank Services Club grant for getting the ball rolling. We quickly realised we needed to think bigger… so after a year of saving, plus an incredible donation from Lionsatspringwood and a recent boost from Cook Medical, this dream is officially becoming reality 💙

Full transparency 😅 it was briefly short-lived when we hit the stormwater and the main water pipe (oops). But we’re back on track, concreting is done Monday and the trampoline will be fully installed by Friday.

This is going to be a massive hit with all kids, and we honestly can’t wait to see the joy it brings✨

12/12/2025

Galia and Pat have been out and about, mingling at the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Trust Christmas luncheon.

It was wonderful to see familiar faces, share what we’re all about, and talk about the impact we’re hoping to make in the new year.

10/12/2025

Please pop in and support us 🙏🏼

Score big for a great cause, Lions fans! 🦁 We're raffling off a Brisbane Lions 2025 team signed guernsey - yours for just $5 a ticket. The lucky winner will be drawn on Wednesday 17th December!

All proceeds will go to supporting the Paper Cranes Children's Foundation - an Australian charity providing hope, love, and vital care for kids in the community living with serious illness and disabilities. Let’s come together, show our support, and help create brighter days for local families 💛 Every ticket makes a difference!

09/12/2025

Human Rights Day 2025 – “Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials”

We believe every child deserves safety, care and the chance to grow.

This year’s theme reminds us that human rights are not big ideas on paper, they are part of our everyday lives. Things like feeling safe, being included, getting an education and being treated with kindness all come back to human rights.

Now more than ever, we need to look out for one another and make sure every child and family feels valued and supported.

💛 Human rights start with us, in the way we treat each other every day.



References from https://www.un.org/en/observances/human-rights-day

08/12/2025

Volunteers Make the World Go Round

We want to send a huge thank you to Brian and Margaret - two incredible volunteers we met through Quota Beenleigh Inc.

While we continue working hard behind the scenes to open Wattle Cottage, Brian and Margaret have been generously donating their time to keep our gardens looking beautiful. 🌱💛

Their kindness, generosity and care mean the world to us. It’s people like them who help create the warm, welcoming space we want every child and family to feel when they walk through our doors.

Thank you, Brian and Margaret, you’re truly part of the Paper Cranes family.