Why Support The Deaf Lottery
Where Your Support Went in 2025
Every ticket funds important Deaf Connect programs, changing the lives of Deaf Australians every day.
In 2025, your support helped launch a brand-new Community & Capacity team, dedicated to connecting Deaf Australians in every state and territory.
This team works on the ground in both metro and regional areas to bring people together, deliver accessible events, and provide essential support.
With your support, our team was able to:
Provided NDIS Support Coordination Services to participants in Auslan, ensuring that we connect them to the supports they need to reach their goals.
Organised 16 National Week of Deaf People events across Australia, creating inclusive spaces for families, allies and community pride.
Delivered Deaf Festival Sydney, one of the country’s biggest Deaf gatherings, with 70+ stallholders and thousands of attendees.
Brought Auslan Storytime to libraries in WA, NSW and QLD, helping Deaf children build literacy skills and meet Deaf role models.
Expanded our Community Access service, giving Deaf Australians vital support to navigate everyday life issues such as health, banking, housing and much more, in Auslan.
Hosted the Deaf Ecosystem Summit, connecting Deaf professionals and Deaf businesses, providing them with growth opportunities and empowering their future.
None of this would be possible without Deaf Lottery supporters
Grab your tickets today - and get behind a great cause!
Did you know that 1 in 6 Australians live with some form of hearing loss?
Deaf Connect is focused on our commitment to community, leadership, innovation and culture. Supported by the Deaf Lottery, we aim to:
- Work with individuals and the community to understand and meet their needs.
- Drive improvements and new opportunities aligned with our Mission and enhancing our sustainability.
- Develop our influence and position to enhance the capacity of the Deaf community.
- Enable organisational capability, capacity and readiness.
A snapshot of our services
Deaf Connect is proud to be Australia’s largest whole-of-life service provider for the Deaf, hard of hearing and deafblind communities. Below is a snapshot of our services:
- Aged care support for Deaf seniors
- Auslan interpreting and video translations
- Casual and accredited training in sign language (RTO#41192)
- NDIS Plan management and support work
- Therapy supports, family information and mentorship
- Individual advocacy, document translation and guidance
We would love to hear from you
We would love to know what you think about The Deaf Lottery!
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All times displayed in your local timezone unless stated otherwise. Deaf Lottery is in aid of the charitable services of Deaf Services Limited (T/A Deaf Connect) and is a registered charity with Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ABN 62 118 664 298). Located at Level 5, 88 Tribune Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia.
