Teen Challenge QLD

Recently, our Homelessness and Outreach Services Manager, Ben O’Brien, had the privilege of contributing to the Homelessness Queensland Conference, joining important conversations around lived expertise, early intervention, prevention, relational practice and creating systems that genuinely support people experiencing homelessness.

As part of his role at Teen Challenge QLD, Ben leads our homelessness and outreach services, including New Hope House, our Youth Crisis Accommodation in Brisbane. Ben brings both professional experience and personal insight to the conversation.

His passion is to see young people met with dignity, compassion and hope; recognising that lasting change often begins through trusted relationships, belonging and opportunities for restoration.

Throughout the conference, discussions highlighted the importance of moving beyond simply responding to crisis and toward approaches that foster connection, resilience and long-term outcomes for individuals, young people and vulnerable communities.

At Teen Challenge QLD, we believe every young person deserves more than a bed for the night. They deserve to be seen, valued, supported and empowered with a pathway toward hope, healing and a brighter future.

We are so grateful for the businesses and auction contributors who have helped make our Hope Gala 2026 GalaBid auction possible.

Some of our sponsors like bellicon have shared their “why” behind supporting Teen Challenge QLD, and we love seeing the heart behind their generosity.

These are businesses choosing to use their influence for good, helping bring hope, recovery and lasting change to the people we support.

Go check them out, support them where you can and help us celebrate the businesses standing with Teen Challenge QLD. 💛

✨ Hope Gala raffles are open!

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗮 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁!

This year, we have three beautiful raffles available, each helping support the life-changing work of Teen Challenge QLD.

Enter for your chance to win:
💍 A 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 worth $12,575� donated by Peter Gordon Jeweller
☕ A 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 package
�💳 A $𝟭,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱 plus 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (donated by YONG Real Estate)




Every raffle entry helps restore hope and rebuild lives for men and women breaking free from addiction.

Even if you can’t attend, you can still enter and make a difference.

Enter now through GalaBid:
�🔗 galabid.com/hope

🎉 You don’t have to be in the room to make a difference.

Our Hope Gala auction is now LIVE and open to everyone!

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Also, a huge shout out to some businesses who donated towards these Hope Gala Auction items:

RecipeTin
Dinosaur Designs
Three Birds Renovations
Haigh's Chocolates
Aesthetic Blinds and Design

Every bid helps support young Australians breaking free from addiction through Teen Challenge QLD.

Bid now and be part of restoring hope and rebuilding lives.
Check out all that is available here - galabid.com/hope

We’re excited to announce Mark and Emily Savery as our MCs for Hope Gala 2026.

Emily brings a heart for communication, leadership and meaningful connection, with experience across the travel and education industries. With more than 20 years’ experience in service-focused roles, she has a natural gift for making people feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Mark brings more than 20 years of experience in education and digital innovation. He is a recognised leader in digital innovation, contributing to local and international education communities, has been named in The Educator Magazine’s Hot List three years in a row and was featured in The Knowledge Review’s “10 Most Inspiring Educational Leaders in Australia."

Together, they’ll help lead us through a beautiful night of story, generosity and hope.

Welcome, Mark and Emily!

Paul from Beemart Betros Bros. is always ready with a helping hand, carrying fruit and veg for the Women’s Centre to our vehicle.

His fun costumes, big smile and cheerful welcome are always such a fun sight on a Monday morning.

Everyone needs a Paul in their life!

Recently, our case worker Anna took the women from the New Life Centre to the movies for a fun time out.

We love that they get opportunities like this to step out, have fun and make memories!
🍿❤️

The Hope Gala 2026 Auction is officially LIVE! 🎉

And the best part?
You don’t have to wait until Gala night, or even attend on the night, to be part of it.

Our online auction is now open through GalaBid, giving you the chance to browse, bid and win from wherever you are.

From incredible experiences to luxury items, family favourites and one-of-a-kind prizes, there’s something for everyone.

How to register:
1 Visit https://galabid.com/hope
2 Click 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿
3 Sign up using your mobile
4 Enter your details to create your bidder profile

Once you’re in, start exploring the auction catalogue and place your bids!

Every bid helps restore hope and rebuild lives for people breaking free from addiction.

Got questions? Send us a DM. We’re here to help.