I am delighted to present the 2022/2023 annual report for No Limits Perth, a non-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of the people of Perth. This report highlights our achievements, challenges, and plans for the future as we strive to create a community where everyone has equal opportunities and support to reach their full potential.

No Limits Perth's mission is to empower individuals and communities to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Our vision is to create a society where everyone feels valued, included, and has the resources they need to thrive.

Over the past 12 months, we have continued to grow in leaps and bounds. We have actively engaged with a number of local community projects, such as the opportunity we had through Shelter WA, participating in Homelessness week where we partnered with local businesses and organisations to provide essential services to bring about the issue of our current housing crisis and bring relief to those displaced.  Amongst other projects, we have also collaborated with a group of families from “Serve the City” who have committed 6 months of monthly community cooking, with nourishing frozen meals being distributed to schools and community members.

 

With the increasing cost of living and more families and individuals who are facing hardship then ever before, our efforts have continued to positively impact thousands of individuals and families in need each year.  We recognise too the importance of mental well-being, launching various mental health initiatives to get the community involved. Our efforts include reducing stigma and promoting a culture of understanding and support.

In 2022 No Limits Perth has also embraced the Working and Development Permit Program Scheme (WDP) issued through the Department of Justice. Our aim is to provide supervised support for individuals by focusing on developing their skills to enhance their employability. These programs enable participants to volunteer in our services, whilst paying off debt to help ease the burden of financial debt.  Time and again we have witnessed the impact & power of building up another person’s life when they have lost hope & belief in themselves.  This program is powerful if the motivation for helping someone is clear.

 
While we celebrate our achievements, we also acknowledge the challenges we encountered:

1. Funding Constraints:

Securing adequate funding to sustain and expand our programs remains a constant challenge. We continually seek support from individual donors, corporate sponsors, and government grants to meet the growing needs of our community.  This is a time consuming effort but on that remains a priority to keep our doors open.
 

2. Limited Resources:
 

With limited resources, we faced difficulties in scaling our programs to meet the increasing demand, which highlights our greatest burden which is trying to secure the funding of a “Forever Home”.  This places an enormous burden on our day-to-day operation of constantly worrying about the increasing costs of rent, electricity, fuel, insurances etc.  We have contacted the relevant government departments for support as well as our local council and yet there is no solution and the demand for services continue to increase.  We will continue to actively explore every opportunity through partnerships and collaborations to maximize our impact and reach more individuals in need.

Future Plans

To address the challenges and build upon our achievements, No Limits Perth has identified the following key areas for future development in our services:

1. Fundraising Initiatives:

We will intensify our efforts to diversify our funding sources by leveraging digital platforms, organising fundraising events, and building long-term partnerships with philanthropic organisations.

2. Program Expansion:

We aim to expand our existing programs and develop new initiatives to cater to a wider range of needs within our community. This includes expanding our homeless support programs, mental health initiatives, and skill development opportunities.

 
3. Volunteer Engagement:

We will actively engage our amazing volunteers by providing training and creating meaningful opportunities for them to contribute their skills and expertise. Our volunteers are categorically priceless and play a crucial role in supporting our programs and amplifying our impact.

Our aim at No Limits Perth remains committed to empowering individuals, families, and communities in Perth. We are grateful for the support of our donors, volunteers, and partners who make our work possible. Together, we will continue to break barriers, create opportunities, and build a community where everyone can thrive without limits.

 

Yours sincerely

 

Janine Wood

Chairperson & Co-Founder