We are calling on the community to help combat loneliness among older Australians by supporting our new Golden Artists Project: Paint Away Loneliness campaign, raising funds to connect older people through art, friendship and cultural expression.
Social isolation affects around one in five older Australians, and for many people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, language barriers, migration experiences and smaller local support networks can make loneliness even more challenging. Through the Golden Artists Project, CASS Care provides a welcoming space where older people can build friendships, express themselves creatively and celebrate their cultural heritage.
The Golden Artists Project fundraiser aims to ensure the program can continue providing art materials, creative workshops, exhibitions and social activities that enrich seniors' lives while strengthening community connections.
The project initiator, Ms Lily Chan, Corporate Affiars Officier, said,
"Art has an extraordinary ability to bring people together. Through the Golden Artists Project, we've seen friendships blossom, confidence grow and cultural stories shared across generations. Every donation helps reduce social isolation and creates opportunities for older people to connect, create and thrive."
Community members are encouraged to donate, share the project with family and friends, and help ensure older Australians continue to experience the joy, connection and wellbeing that creativity brings. The campaign runs until 31 December, 2026.
How to Support
Method 1:
Visit our Golden Artists Project GoFundMe campaign page by clicking on the link or scanning the QR code on the posters above.
Donate and share with family and friends to help us reach more community members.
To receive a donation receipt and claim any applicable tax deductions, please donate via Method 2.
Method 2:
Donate via our secured payment gateway. Customer Reference number: Golden
About the Golden Artists Project
The Golden Artists Project is a CASS Care community arts initiative that empowers older people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds to express themselves through creativity. By providing opportunities to paint, learn new creative skills, exhibit artwork and connect with others, the program promotes active ageing, celebrates cultural diversity and helps reduce social isolation.
About CASS Care
Established in 2002, CASS Care is a not-for-profit registered charity and an endorsed public benevolent institution (PBI), providing a comprehensive range of community and social services across Metropolitan Sydney, Wollongong and Melbourne for multicultural communities.
Each week, over 8,500 families engage with our activities and services, supported by 850 employees and more than 450 dedicated volunteers across CASS Group.