No waiting lists
No waiting lists, no drawn out processes, just practical support when the moment is happening.
Friends of TLC
Relief can’t wait. Neither can they.
Choose the regular support amount that feels right for you and help us step in right when a child or family needs it most, not later, not after a process, but in the moment it’s happening.
1Choose your support amount
2Enter your details
3You’re now a Friend
What can regular support do?
It’s easy to look at a small regular gift and think it won’t go very far.
But what we see every day is how much a small moment can matter when it arrives at the right time. Your regular support becomes part of something bigger, joining others to help calm a child before a procedure, support tools in hospitals, or provide urgent help to a family doing it tough.
It’s not really about the dollar on its own. It’s about what happens when it shows up exactly when it’s needed.
A family’s gratitude.
TLC had such an impact on my family. The support they gave us was amazing, and during difficult times it brought relief that made things a little easier to get through.
It wasn’t just the help. Spending fun days out as a family and connecting with other families going through similar hardships made us feel part of a special community. These are memories I will treasure forever, and I will always be grateful.
N.M
Why this matters.
Children don’t experience fear on a schedule, and families don’t get to plan for crisis. TLC for Kids steps into the gap and responds straight away.
Simple and flexible
Choose the amount that feels right for you. It is simple, flexible and easy to be part of. You can stop at any time, and your donation is tax deductible.
Thousands joining together
When you become a Friend of TLC, your regular gift joins thousands of others, allowing us to respond wherever the need is greatest.
Founders message
Why this matters to us.
We’ve spent a big part of our lives around families going through some incredibly tough moments, often in hospitals, often without warning, and what’s always stayed with us is how much the small things matter in those moments.
Not the big plans or long term solutions, but the immediate things that help someone get through what’s right in front of them. That’s really where TLC for Kids came from.
Friends of TLC is simply an extension of that idea. It’s a way for people to be part of those moments, in a simple, consistent way, just knowing that support will arrive when it’s needed.
Tim Conolan AM and Ana Darras AM
Liam’s TLC Ambulance journey.
Liam is five years old and lives with chronic lung disease and Dandy Walker syndrome, which affects his development and hearing.
Thanks to the TLC Ambulance and South Australian Ambulance Service volunteers, Liam and his family were able to spend a special day together at the Adelaide Zoo.
It was such a great day and it will be a very memorable event for us as a family. We never would have thought such a rainy, cold day would have been so good!Liam’s mum
Your support in action.
Sometimes it’s as simple as a Distraction Box helping a child get through a procedure, or a quick moment of calm through Tap 2 Distract.
These are small things on their own, but in the right moment, they can make all the difference. Every day, support like this reaches children and families more than 4,000 times across Australia.
Some of those moments happen within minutes, others within 24 to 48 hours, but all of them arrive when they’re needed most. That is what your regular support does, right when it matters.
Trusted. Registered. Impactful.
Registered Australian charity with DGR 1 status. Donations are tax deductible. ABN: 34 335 920 537.
Frequently asked questions.
Is online giving safe?
Yes. All donations are processed securely, and your details are protected.
Am I locked into a contract?
No, it’s flexible and reliable. Adjust anytime while still making a lasting impact every week.
How is my donation used?
Your donation contributes to urgent care moments, from a final memory making trip for a child in palliative care and their family, to a device to help a child communicate, or a simple toy to brighten a difficult day.
Why not a one off donation?
One off donations help in the moment. But ongoing support lets us plan ahead and respond fast when urgent needs arise.
How do I update my payment details?
You can update your details by emailing our support team at info@tlcforkids.org.au.
Why TLC for Kids?
We are the only children’s charity in Australia that tailors services to provide support when and where they are needed most, with urgent assistance within 24 to 48 hours.
You probably won’t notice $1 missing.
But for someone going through a tough moment, it can make more of a difference than you might imagine.
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