We’re proud to do this through a range of initiatives that all make a positive impact on the world. By supporting local and international programmes and people, we can make a real difference to those in need.
“Kindness is always fashionable, and always welcome.”
— Amelia Barr. Novelist + Teacher.
We believe strongly in giving back to the community.
SecondBite We partner with SecondBite to end waste and hunger.
Ending waste. Ending hunger.
Let’s make a positive impact on our community.
SecondBite rescues surplus fresh food and pantry staples from retailers, manufacturers and farmers and redistributes it to those in need. They aim to fight hunger and reduce food waste, creating a more sustainable and equitable society. Join them in transforming lives through food. Together, every bite counts.
As an Australian-owned and family-operated business for more than 50 years, we value these partnerships which allow us to support local communities. Working with SecondBite we hope to continue making a valuable contribution to end hunger and give to people in need for years to come.
One Tree Planted We partner with One Tree Planted to promote sustainability through reforestation.
One Dollar. One Tree. One Planet.
Through our donations to One Tree Planted, we’re doing our part to plant thousands of trees across Australia to recover forests affected by the 2019-2020 Black Summer Bushfires, and to restore native habitat vital for wildlife.
Along with One Tree Planted and the Foundation for National Parks & Wildlife, we’re supporting the Bushfire Recovery Nurseries project to replant trees in affected locations across Australia. Selected locations will focus on re-building habitats for affected species such as the black glossy cockatoo and koala.
As an Australian-owned and family-operated business for more than 50 years, we value these partnerships which allow us to support local communities. Working with One Tree Planted we hope to continue making a valuable contribution to reforest land and restore habitats for years to come.
“We appreciate the ongoing support of dollar curtains + blinds, and all the great work we have been able to do as a result of our partnership. Since our partnership began in 2021, their commitments have helped us to reforest key regions of Southwest Western Australia for ecological and habitat restoration.”
— Ashley Lamontagne, Forest Campaign Manager
Building Angels Building Strength, Stability + Independence Through Housing.
Another way we’re supporting victims of the devastating 2019-2020 bushfires that left over 3,500 homes destroyed is by partnering with Building Angels.
Building Angels provides support to those experiencing financial hardship due to misadventure and climate events, and is committed to supporting fire-affected communities.
Through their Building Back Better initiative, we are their preferred window furnishings supplier. In addition, our work supports those in need in bushfire-affected communities with the installation of our indoor and outdoor window coverings.
The dollar curtains + blinds range includes Rollashield Sentry Bushfire Protective Roller Shutters which are CSIRO certified under severe bushfire simulated conditions and proven to be able to withstand a maximum radiant heat exposure of 40 kW/m2 after 60 minutes. As no ignition or flaming was observed throughout the testing, the Sentry Roller Shutter has received a Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) of 40.
“Sometimes life does not go to plan through a change in circumstance or if a disaster strikes. The impact of this can affect people, those they care about and results in homes that are left in a state of ruin or disrepair, or they can be unsafe or a health hazard. ”
— Rocco Falcomat – Founder + Director. Building Angels.
Rotary Partnering with Rotary Australia + Rotary International to solve real problems for lasting change.
For more than ten years, dollar curtains + blinds has supported Rotary Australia and Rotary International organisations through the Rotary Donations In Kind programme.
Working closely with the Donations In Kind programme, dollar curtains + blinds has donated fabrics that have been distributed to people in need in countries including East Timor and North Cambodia. The fabrics are made into practical items such as clothing, rice carry bags and sanitary products.
A comprehensive programme featured in Siem Reap in North Cambodia through Rotary International, Opportunities of Development thru Art (ODA) and Days For Girls. Days For Girls is an organisation that focuses on mobilising girls and women through changing the status quo with quality care solutions, health education and income-generated opportunities.
The colourful and informative Days For Girls kits are distributed to students and include long-lasting, easy-to-care health and hygiene items. In conjunction with these kits, an educational session on health and safety is delivered that includes topics such as self-defence. The intention is that the assistance and knowledge accompanying this programme will inform the students all their lives.
