It is only with the help of supporters just like you, that Cottage by the Sea is able to successfully run the programs that we do today.

Cottage by the Sea programs do not receive any government funding. We rely on the kindness and generosity of the community to continue moving forward as we have since the founding of our charity in 1890.

Financial Donations

You can make a financial donation online, via telephone or by:

Sending a cheque made out to Cottage by the Sea, to:
29 Flinders Street
Queenscliff, VIC, 3225

Or direct debit:
Account Name: Cottage by the Sea, Queenscliff Inc.
BSB:  083-825
AC:  68 084 1769

All donations of $2.00 or more are tax-deductible.


Volunteer Your Time and Skills

Some of our volunteers help us at Cottage by the Sea every week, others come when they can. Volunteers support us with regular tasks such as gardening, cooking, cleaning and sorting donations. Others provide professional services pro bono, or volunteer once a year at our Annual Fair.


Workplace Giving

Workplace giving is a simple and effective way for you to regularly make a donation through automated payroll deductions. You pledge a nominated amount to Cottage by the Sea and that amount is sent directly to us each pay. It is a quick and simple way to help the charity. Cottage by the Sea is a member of workplace giving providers, Good2Give and Benojo.

All donations of $2.00 or more are tax deductible.


Leave a Gift in Your Will

This is a unique way of supporting Cottage by the Sea, without impacting on your present income or bank balance. It allows you to leave a legacy of money, property, shares or goods beyond your lifetime. Find out more…


Host a Fundraiser

Whether it’s a lemonade stand or fancy soiree, a golf tournament or a day at the races there are so many ways to help us fundraise. Contact us with your ideas.


Host a Guest Speaker

We love to share the story of Cottage by the Sea at your place or ours. Contact us if you would like to invite us to talk at your community group, school or workplace, or book a visit to tour the Cottage and join us for morning tea.