Our programs

From empowering vulnerable children through programs that teach them positive life skills - to helping seniors rediscover their purpose, Operation Stitches programs act as a powerful force for good for the entire local community.

Kids Club

Kids Club is our program for primary school aged kids where off estate activities are provided in a positive learning environment to give children a sense of belonging and a broader view of their world and potential.

Tutoring

More than 100 children (from prep to grade 12) attend our weekly tutoring program with dozens of volunteer tutors who have a love for education. We believe education is their passport to a better future!

Stitches Pantry

We provide food, clothing and toiletries to the many vulnerable disadvantaged persons who live or merely wander around the Collingwood housing estate. These are often homeless people who would otherwise go without.

Community Events

Community outreach events are held throughout the year at the public housing estate park to promote community inclusion and target racial and ethnic intolerance.

Woman 2 Woman

Monthly meetings are held to promote well-being and provide encouragement and support for the many mothers and single women in the local community.

Career Pathways

Presenting career pathway opportunities to vulnerable young people who may have dropped out of school early and are in need of remedial tutoring, planned strategies, practical tools and encouragement to enter employment.

Reach 4 the Stars

STITCHES Reach for the Stars initiative is a youth mentoring program to empower young youth from Collingwood housing estate.