Property & Social Enterprise – Queensland
At eCharity Australia, our core mission is to ensure that every Australian has a safe, secure place to call home. Through the Property & Social Enterprise Program, we are delivering housing solutions, sustainable social enterprise projects, and employment opportunities that transform lives.
Why Support This Program
- Thousands of Queenslanders face homelessness or insecure housing.
- Stable housing is the foundation for health, education, employment, and social inclusion.
- Funding helps us build homes, create social enterprises, and provide long-term sustainable support for vulnerable communities.
Year 1 – Queensland Operations
- Team Structure :
- 12 Project Managers / Construction Leads
- 8 Social Enterprise Coordinators
- 6 Housing Specialists / Site Supervisors
- 10 Admin & Support Staff
- Total Staff: 36
- Projects Delivered:
- Build or refurbish 150–200 housing units in Brisbane, Gold Coast, and regional hubs.
- Launch 5–6 social enterprise initiatives to provide employment, training, and sustainable revenue.
- Beneficiaries:
- Direct: 600–800 families (1,500–2,000 individuals) housed.
- Indirect: 3,000–4,000 people supported through social enterprise programs.
- Emergency / Rapid Housing Fund: $5M for urgent housing needs, permits, or unforeseen construction costs.
- Year 1 Budget (Queensland): $35M–$40M (inflated for land, construction, staffing, social enterprise setup, and contingency).
Why Donate
- Immediate Impact: Your donation funds homes and employment opportunities for Queenslanders in urgent need.
- Long-Term Vision: This program is the foundation for national expansion, integrating housing, social enterprise, and community support under the eCharity umbrella.
- Safe & Sustainable: Budgets and staffing are inflated for operational survival, ensuring your contributions deliver real, lasting impact.
Donor Contribution Examples
| Contribution | What it Funds |
|---|---|
| $1,000 | Materials for 1 emergency housing unit |
| $10,000 | Partial construction and furnishing of a home |
| $50,000 | Fund 5–6 homes or social enterprise setup |
| $250,000 | Fund a Queensland city project team for 1 year |
| $5,000,000 | Fund 150–200 homes and social enterprise projects across Queensland |
Help eCharity Australia give Queenslanders the security of a home and the opportunity for a sustainable future. Your support today builds homes, creates jobs, and empowers communities, forming the foundation for a national integrated charity under one umbrella.
social enterprise initiatives
1. Construction & Maintenance Services
- What it is: Employ program beneficiaries to assist in building, refurbishing, and maintaining housing units.
- Revenue model: Offer services to other community organizations or local councils at a subsidized rate.
- Impact: Provides hands-on skills in construction, trades, and site management while supporting the housing program.
2. Furniture & Homewares Production / Upcycling
- What it is: Run workshops where beneficiaries create affordable furniture, décor, or upcycled home goods for sale.
- Revenue model: Sell items online, at local markets, or supply low-income housing programs.
- Impact: Teaches craftsmanship, design, and business skills while generating revenue to reinvest in housing projects.
3. Urban Farming & Community Gardens
- What it is: Establish urban farms or community gardens on property sites or nearby lots.
- Revenue model: Sell produce to local markets, restaurants, or via community-supported agriculture (CSA) subscriptions.
- Impact: Provides employment, nutrition, and education opportunities, while improving community sustainability.
4. Cleaning & Facilities Management Services
- What it is: Train program beneficiaries to provide cleaning, maintenance, and facilities management services for schools, offices, or housing developments.
- Revenue model: Offer contracted cleaning services to generate income for the charity.
- Impact: Provides formal employment, training, and work experience, helping participants transition to stable careers.
5. Waste Management & Recycling Initiatives
- What it is: Operate small-scale recycling centers or e-waste collection services run by beneficiaries.
- Revenue model: Collect fees for recycling services or sell recycled materials to manufacturers.
- Impact: Teaches environmental responsibility, creates jobs, and generates funds to support housing projects.
6. Training & Education Workshops
- What it is: Offer workshops in trades, business skills, IT, or creative industries run by staff and advanced beneficiaries.
- Revenue model: Charge nominal fees to external participants or partner with corporate sponsors for programs.
- Impact: Builds employable skills, supports social reintegration, and creates additional revenue for the charity.
💡 Key Benefit:
All these initiatives are directly tied to the housing program, providing both practical employment for residents and revenue streams to make the program financially sustainable. They also enhance donor appeal, showing measurable social and economic impact beyond simply building homes.