About Wattle Lane Community
Built around our supporters.
The people, principles and story behind Wattle Lane Community.
Why Wattle Lane Community
Why supporters in Melbourne choose us.
The care and expertise of a specialist, with the time and warmth of an independent.
Rooted locally
Every penny raised here is spent here, helping people in Melbourne.
Powered by volunteers
More than 400 neighbours give their time, so your gift goes further.
Help without judgement
Everyone is welcomed with dignity, a cup of tea and a listening ear.
Transparent
We publish exactly where every pound goes, every year.
Our values
Whichever way you come in, you'll find these.
Tap a sign to read what it means at Wattle Lane Community.
Trusted in Melbourne
Numbers we're quietly proud of.
A few figures behind Wattle Lane Community, and the supporters who make them possible.
Food parcels last year
Active volunteers
Extra income secured through advice
Of every £1 spent on our work
Meet the team
The people behind Wattle Lane Community.
Friendly, experienced team who get to know every one of our supporters. Pick a face to say hello.
Chief Executive
Grace Mensah
Joined Wattle Lane Community as a food bank volunteer in 2012 and has led the charity since 2019.
Gallery
Take a look inside.
A glimpse of Wattle Lane Community in Melbourne: the space, the people and the work we're proud of.
Get started
Ready when you are. Donate today.
Tell us what you need and our team will take it from there. It's quick, there's no obligation and we reply the same day.