Fundraise for us

Could you Run a Fundraiser for COA?

Everyone is looking for money, there is no doubt, but we want to throw the arena open to our friends and supporters to run small fundraisers for the benefit of COA members. Here are a few ideas of simple fundraisers which anyone can run. If everyone did them we would never want to for money again.

If you want to raise funds for one of our worthwhile campaigns, please go to the Donate page, find the Appeal you want to support and click on the Fundraiser button. This will allow you to set up your fundraiser online. If you prefer to do a more physical Fundraiser we are willing and able to help you with arranging it, creating signage , and may even be able to provide volunteers to help run it. So contact COA on 9389 0035 or via this website and we look forward to working with you on your big fundraising idea.

COA Certificates

Most people have more "things" than they need. If you are going to have a birthday, wedding anniversary, housewarming, or other special event, why not ask your guests to make a donation to COA for a certificate in lieu of gifts.

Sponsored Walk

If you are planning to walk the Kokoda Trail, or scale Kosciuszko, or do the Sydney City to Surf, try getting sponsors who will pay you for completing your walk / run, with the proceeds going to COA.

Morning Tea

Gather your friends together for a morning tea and explain it is to raise funds for COA's services to seniors. Set a price for participation, or for elements such as the cup of coffee or a piece of cake.

Bake Sale

If you are someone who loves to bake and has access to school or community group premises, see if they would be willing to let you host a "Bake Sale for COA" and perhaps join in making goodies for the sale.

"Give it Up" Challenge

Do you like to indulge in a weekly scratch lottery, a daily coffee, an occasional chocolate bar? The idea of this challenge is to give up your little vice for a set time, a month, 6 months, a year, and donate the money it would have cost to COA instead.

Garage Sale

If you are downsizing your home, or just cleaning house, a garage sale is a great way to get rid of all that stuff. But you could consider donating a portion of the sales to COA, or even holding the sale with a large sign saying that proceeds are going to help seniors.

Lemonade Stand

There is nothing nicer than a glass of fresh lemonade on a sunny day. If you and your kids are up for it, why not run a stand for a day with proceeds going to COA, and help teach your kids the value of giving to community.

Your Big Idea:

You probably have an even better idea!!

Come and talk to us about it.

Latest

Supper Club "Twilight on Broadway" 21st November 2023

TWILIGHT ON BROADWAY was first performed at Limmud Oz, followed by other performances for organisations including WIZO, B’nai B'rith, Jewish Care, NCJW and Lifestyle Manor. The show is a musical feast, while learning about Jewish artists and their enormous impact on the world of musicals and films.
COA Presidents

COA Presidents have come from a variety of backgrounds and have all brought their individuality and personal focus to the role to create innovative solutions to COA difficulties, and new events and services for COA members to enjoy.
Bank of Benefactors

Bank of Benefactors is a unique way to make a committed regular donation to keep COA's services running unabated.
Ordering COA’s Kosher Meals for the High Holidays

Find out what kosher meals are available over the holidays and how to order them.

Kosher meals on wheels

COA's Kosher Meals are made by professional Kosher caterers and delivered to recipients homes by our friendly and dedicated volunteers. There is a large menu to choose from and every meal delivered is subsidised by COA, so why not check the menu and see if this service may be right for you.
Our staff

COA is manned by a small paid staff who work hand in glove with over 200 active volunteers; coordinating and delivering services, providing organisational administration, taking enquiries from members, and ensuring compliance with government guidelines.
What we do

COA is a not-for-profit organisation in Eastern Sydney caring for the needs of Jewish and other seniors. We live our ethos by providing our clients connection to a social network of peers, activities in large and small groups 6 days weekly, and opportunities to access volunteer work, services, and support, to remain independently in their own homes for as long as practical. In all possible ways we aim to enrich the lives of Jewish seniors.
Volunteering opportunities

volunteering, stay active, help, provide support, volunteer roles, give back, help others, help seniors,
Management Committee

COA is governed by a volunteer Committee of Management whose members are very hands on, providing daily support to staff and help with all the activities of our organisation. They also meet monthly to decide our strategies going forward and ensure COA is financially and legally secure.
Jobs

Work with a dedicated team of paid staff and volunteers in the heart of Sydney's Jewish Community. Do more than just earn a wage, become part of the COA 'family of friends', and help us improve lives by providing options for in-home services, Centre based services, and peer connection to frail aged seniors.
COA Centre Activities

As COA undergoes a transformation some of our usual activities offered at the COA Krygier Centre have moved offsite, whilst others remain at the Centre, and new activities will be added as they become available.
COA Fresh

COA Fresh is a weekly delivery of fresh produce and other items going to over 200 homes in our community. The program helps to provide food security to those who are unable to attend the shops and may not have the finances to afford fresh fruit and vegetables each week.
Frequently Asked Questions

these are the answers to our most frequently asked questions. If you cannot find the information you are looking for here please contact COA Sydney on 9389 0035 to speak to a staff member or email your query to [email protected].
Knitting group

Our knitted items go around the world to those in need. Beginners and experts welcome.