Agape Outreach Inc
Agape Outreach Inc is an Australian nonprofit organisation providing support to homeless and vulnerable communities across regions spanning Byron Bay, New South Wales, to Runaway Bay, Queensland. Founded on 26 January 2009 by Theresa Mitchell, the charity initially distributed meals prepared in Mitchell’s home kitchen before expanding into a volunteer-driven operation delivering over 1,500 hot meals weekly alongside food hampers[2][3][5].

Operations
The organisation operates a hub in Tweed Heads, New South Wales, staffed by over 240 volunteers and four employees. Services include free meals, food hampers, and life-skills programs such as cooking, nutrition, budgeting, and emotional management classes[2][4]. Agape rescues surplus edible food, repurposing it into meals and grocery packages to assist families and individuals in crisis[3][5].

Community Impact
Agape’s outreach extends to street-based support for vulnerable populations, focusing on fostering belonging and practical resilience. The organisation maintains a volunteer retention rate of 98%, emphasizing community-led engagement to minimize overhead costs[5]. Its work has been recognized through awards, including the 2023 NSW/ACT Community Initiative distinction[5].

Governance
As a registered charity (ABN 45837089548RR0001), Agape operates under a model prioritizing volunteer collaboration and direct service delivery. Leadership remains focused on scaling grassroots efforts while maintaining personalized support for beneficiaries[2][3].

[1] https://agapeoutreachinc.com [2] https://agapeoutreachinc.com/about-us/ [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/2b13a269-3aaf-e811-a961-000d3ad24182 [4] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/2b13a269-3aaf-e811-a961-000d3ad24182/documents/9b80a4ae-52c8-e811-a964-000d3ad244fd [5] https://awardsaustralia.com/category-podcast/https-omny-fm-shows-inspirational-australians-agape-outreach-committed-to-helping-the-vunerable/