Donate
Every donation goes directly to education, employment and training programs for refugees and newly arrived migrants at our Collingwood studio.
The Social Studio has DGR1 status, all donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Different ways to donate
Make a donation
Give once, weekly or monthly, using the form below. Join Common Thread, our community of monthly donors. All donations are tax deductible.
Fundraising
Run a challenge, host an event, or nominate us for your workplace giving program. We'd love to help you make it happen.
Supplies and equipment
We rely on the generous donations of fabric, materials, and equipment. Read about what we accept and how to arrange a drop-off at our Collingwood studio.
Become a member
Join Common Thread as a monthly donor. Bronze, Silver and Gold members get exclusive event invites, gifts and early birdaccess to events.
provides a student with a sewing kit
supports one young person to attend a creative industries career day
provides pattern-making paper for a whole term
funds a financial literacy or design skills workshop
Donate now
Make a one-off donation, or join our community of Common Thread monthly members. Every donation goes directly to education, employment and training programs for refugees and newly arrived migrants at our Collingwood studio. All donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Host a fundraiser or workplace giving and support what we do at your workplace, school or community group. Get in touch to see what’s possible.
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We accept fabric on the roll, notions (buttons, thread, zippers, ribbon), sewing tools, and domestic or industrial sewing machines in good working condition.Please get in touch before dropping anything off so we can confirm storage space and arrange delivery.
Drop-off: 101/30 Perry St, Collingwood, Monday–Friday 10am–5pm
Contact: info@thesocialstudio.org or 03 9417 2143 -
Yes. As a DGR1-registered organisation, all donations over $2 are tax deductible.
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Yes! We love skilled volunteers with knowledge to share with our students and team, particularly related to fashion, textiles and design. If you're interested, get in touch: info@thesocialstudio.org
Other ways to get involved
Become a mentor
Share your knowledge, skills and networks with our students and alumni.
Fundraise or donate
Nominate us, host an event, fundraise at work or make a donation to support our mission.
Donate supplies
Your fabric, materials and equipment donations support our programs and reduce landfill.
Offer work placement
Looking for an extra set of hands? Our students and graduates have the skills and talent you need.
Partner with us
Believe in fashion as a meaningful connector and looking to increase your impact? Partner with us!
