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Giving Day 2026

What is a Donation Match Day and how does it work?
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From 6:30am to 11:59pm on the 6th August 2026, all donations, up to $250,000, made to Wayside Chapel's Giving Day will be matched dollar for dollar.

How much are we hoping to raise? 

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    During the matched giving campaign period, we are hoping to raise $500,000 that will cover the costs of our shower service for the year. Meaning we can provide a hot shower for everyone who comes to Wayside looking for one, plus clean socks, undies, toiletries and the support of caring frontline staff.

    What happens if the person providing the matching gifts decides to pull out of the campaign? 

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      In the unlikely event that the donor decides to no longer provide the matching gift donation the campaign will not go ahead. We will notify people of this event via our website and social media platforms.

      Who is providing the $250,000 matching gift? 

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        The matching gift comes from a group of generous donors who have asked to remain anonymous. 

        How will I know if the allocation has been exhausted?

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          Once the matching amount has been exhausted, communications will be updated across the Wayside Chapel website to reflect that the matching campaign is no longer running. Along with this, an announcement will be made on Wayside Chapel social media platforms (Instagram and Facebook). This announcement will be made in a reasonable time-frame/as soon as is practical and may be impacted by the time of day at which point the allocation is exhausted

          What happens if the $250,000 matching amount isn’t exhausted? 

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            If the $250,000 matching amount isn’t exhausted / fully utilised, the donor may decide to donate or support Wayside through other means, but that is at the donors discretion.

            What happens to donations made after 11:59pm 6th August or once the allocation is exhausted? 

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            Donations will still be accepted and will still go towards supporting our community, but they won’t be matched. 

            Your donate will ensure Wayside provides unconditional acceptance and love that helps our visitors know there's always someone in their corner. You will be supporting those in our community who need it most.