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Melanie Hoole

I am raising money to support the children of Hands Across the Water because I believe that all children deserve to build a future full of possibilities, opportunities and dreams - a life of choice, not chance.

Hands Across the Water [Hands] started as a charity in response to the Boxing Day Tsunami. Now we support 350+ children living in 7 homes and projects across Thailand. 

The kids who come to live in a Hands home are there because they have no choice. This is often the result of one of three heartbreaking situations:

  • They have no known family to care for them
  • They have a family member who is known to them, but is unable to care for them
  • They are living in an unsafe environment and have been placed in our care by the police or government

Hands not only provides the life-saving necessities for the kids in our homes, they also support many families in an outreach program to help keep kids out of our homes.

Just as important as filling their bellies with healthy food and providing a safe bed to sleep in, with the support of amazing donors like you, the vision of Hands is to help these kids see the opportunities that lie before them, to see a life of choice.

My hope is that you will make the choice to join me in this experience and help me reach my personal fundraising goal. Please make a donation today to support these children and provide them with a better future. 

Together we can truly make a difference - Donate now!

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$9,195

My Goal

$7,000

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Thank you to my Sponsors

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Anonymous

Well done Mel!!

$620

Maria Cassarino

All the best with supporting a great cause.

$400

James + Lauren Mounty

Great effort Mel, we're so excited to see you take on this epic challenge, and for a great cause too x

$365.75

Bsr Agents

$316.50

Jasmin Turpin

$316.50

Save On Commission

Well done Melanie

$302

Brett Storrier

What a great incentive, to give value to your clients, and help this awesome cause at the same!

$301

Real Estate Kate

Looking forward to riding alongside you in 2025 - what we do makes a difference and your own generosity in giving your talent in marketing in exchange for donations should be embraced by anyone in the Real Estate industry.

$300

Jeremy-paul Most

Sorry for my tardiness. Chat soon

$211

Bellw Property Central Coast Cathy Baker

Well done Mel proud of you .

$211

Jay Longville

Keep those legs turning Mel!

$200

The Hadfields

So good Mel, love this x

$200

Harcourts Living

$174.07

Paul & Charlotte Middleton

Well done, Mel. You are an inspiration!

$158.25

Meridien Realty

Well done Mel!

$158.25

Duncan And Justine Read

Good luck, stay strong and have fun on your amazing adventure

$157.50

Jennifer Noye

Hi Melanie, good on you for doing the bike ride, I have been considering doing myself. Thanks for your kind offer to access your training as a bonus for making this donation

$154.13

Tathra Beach Real Estate

$151

Presence Real Estate

Guys it’s a no brainer to make a donation to Mel. Not only well she make sure that she markets the hell out of you and your donation but she’ll find other donations which means your dollar goes a lot further. So… do it .. now! Good luck Mel!

$113.94

Christine Castle

$113.94

Stephen Keeble

Well done Mel.

$108

Anonymous

Wishing the children a wonderful future. xxx

$105.50

Josephine, Kylie, Melissa, Luka & Leesa

Melanie you are an inspiration and a joy. Stay fabulous and happy riding x

$105.50

Jane Gamson

You are such a machine! So proud of you, and what a remarkable way to bring on 50! Xoxoxo

$105.50

Vanda And Russell Smith

What a great challenge raising money for such a great cause. Keep those pedals turning. Inspiring Mel!

$105.50

Cush & Pete Churchill

A wonderful cause for you to be helping Mel. Well done.

$105.50

Valeria Davis

Wish I was going with you. Great cause - have fun!

$105.50

Lucy Formosa Morgan

Happy birthday Mel! So impressed with your fundraising and trip! Congratulations on the half century. Love, Lucy & Paul xx

$105.50

The Hadfields

See you soon!

$105.50

Deb & Glenn Thomas

Happy 50th Mel. Enjoy the lunch and the cycling trip. What a wonderful and meaningful way to celebrate your special birthday.

$105.50

Sarah Olaes

All the best with your ride Melanie!! Great cause!!

$105.50

Karen Page

$105.50

Hoole Marketing

Let's get the fundraising wheels rolling for these beautiful children. They need all the support we can give.

$100

G'day Frank

Well done Mel! Ride like the wind!

$100

Kate And Gordon Mcbean

Nice one Mel, and Happy Birthday!

$100

Victoria Hay

Happy birthday Mel from Gaby and Victoria. This is a great cause - good on you!

$100

Christina

Go Mels! What a great initiative. We wish you a successful trip! 🚴

$100

Kl Property Group Pty Ltd

Such an inspiration!!

$86.51

Page&co

$86.51

Anna Giuffrida

Hey Mel, such an inspiring way to ride into your new decade. Wishing you all the best for your birthday and many happy warm up rides to get ready for the next adventure!!

$54.12

Danielle K

Go Mel!

$54.12

Ade & Bernie

$52.75

Monika Brown

$52.75

Barbara Gaden

Happy Birthday Mel

$52.75

Julie Crockett

Go Melanie Go! You're amazing!

$52.75

Janet Keeble

Well done, Mel! Proud of you.

$52.75

Falguni Wheadon

Go Mel and Team!

$52.75

Hayley G

What a meaningful way for support such a worthwhile cause. Good on ya Mel! Xx

$52.75

The Blackburn Family

You’re such an amazing human. Fortunate to call you our friend. Sorry we can’t celebrate with you. But we are glad to be able to support you through a donation!! Go for it!!

$52.75

Keri Gyrnas

Very inspiring. Well done!

$52.75

Julie Wang

Mel, happy birthday! I’m so glad to support this amazing cause in your honor. Wishing you a year filled with love, joy, and happiness!

$52.75

D K

Great job Melanie! It’s amazing to think about how much of a difference what you are doing will make in the lives of the children. Wishing you all the best on the ride—stay strong and enjoy every moment!

$52.75

Lauren Barber

$52.75

Bart Wozniak

All the best Mel.

$52.75

Lyndall Poole

$50

Kathy Mar Young

Enjoy the sights .

$50

Guillaume Bret

Amazing work Mel! Courageous and inspiring! Well done and a very happy birthday!!

$50

Liz Spaniels

Awesome effort. Well done you!

$50

Michelle Handbury

Thankyou for raising awareness for such an important cause.

$36.93

Vicky Leviten

Go Mel!

$36.27

Emma Mclaren

$36.27

Nonu Gill

$33

De Nguyen-rashid

$27.81

John Coomer

Good on you Mel

$27.21

Trish Arnott

Good on you for doing this again!

$17

Leah

What an important cause. Well done.