Fundraising Activities

Throughout the year, we run a number of fundraising activities, some of which are ongoing or upcoming.

Upcoming Events

A Taste of Africa @ The Werribee Open Range Zoo
A Taste of Africa @ The Werribee Open Range Zoo

Come along and celebrate African culture, cuisine and art with us in March, surrounded by wildlife at the Zoo!

The Zoo opens at 9am, and lunch (buffet style) starts at 12:00pm sharp in our private event space, with a exciting program including:

  • African Buffet Lunch from 5 distinct regions
  • Live music and traditional dancers
  • Showcase of educational, healthcare and community projects in Africa
  • Competitions, door prizes and more!
  • Community and cultural networking
Event Date: March 26th 11am-3pm

 

Previous Events

A Taste of Africa - October 25th 2019 - LSV Port Melbourne

Come along and celebrate African culture, cuisine and art with us in October!

  • African Buffet Dinner from 5 distinct regions
  • Live music and traditional dancers
  • Showcase of educational, healthcare and community projects in Africa
  • Competitions, door prizes and more!
  • Community and cultural networking
The powerful true life tale of one girl’s determination to escape from poverty in Uganda by becoming a chess champion, directed by Mira Nair and starring David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong’o and newcomer Madina Nalwanga.

Directed with vision and heart by Mira Nair, who returns to LFF for the seventh time, Queen of Katwe is based on the inspirational true story of young Ugandan chess champion, Phiona Mutesi (captivating newcomer Madina Nalwanga).