Host a Christmas in July for the Family Co.

Bring the magic of the holidays into the heart of winter by hosting a Christmas in July dinner party, and help raise vital funds for local families supported by The Family Co.

Gather your favourite people for a night of delicious food, connection, and festive fun. Whether it’s a casual potluck or a full sit-down feast, your dinner party will help support women, children, and families doing it tough in our community.

How it Works

Hosting is simple - and it makes a big impact!

Invite your friends or family over for a festive night in, and ask your guests to donate what they’d usually spend on a night out.

Every dollar raised goes directly to The Family Co.’s programs, helping to create safer, stronger futures for families in need.

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HOW TO HOST YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY

1. Choose Your Guest List

Decide how many people you can comfortably host. Whether it’s a big family gathering, a friends' feast, or something small and intimate, the goal is to connect and contribute.

2. Pick a Theme

Christmas in July already sets the mood! Think:

Roast dinners and pavlovas
Mulled wine and fairy lights
Ugly Christmas jumper dress codes
Crackers, candles, and carols

Feeling competitive? Turn it into a ‘Come Dine With Me’ series - take turns hosting and crown the Host with the Most the winner.

3. Plan Your Menu

Go gourmet or keep it low-fuss. Choose comforting share plates or a festive four-course affair.
Ideas include:

Roast veggies, glazed ham, stuffing, and cranberry sauce
Fresh seafood and salads with an Aussie twist
DIY pavlova bar or gingerbread house decorating

We provide editable PDFs to make your dinner that little bit fancy!

4. Fundraise Your Way

Ask your guests for a donation to attend.
You can:

Set a minimum donation (e.g. $20 or $50)
Let them choose what to give
Set up an online fundraising page for those who can’t attend but still want to support the cause

Add Some Festive Fun

Make your night memorable and boost donations with a few extras:

Festive trivia or charades
Blindfolded taste test challenge (what's in the Christmas pudding?)
Cookie or cupcake decorating station
DIY Christmas cracker-making table
Lucky door prize (ask local businesses to donate a gift or voucher)

On the night

Welcome guests with a Christmas cocktail or glass of bubbles and some canapés while you put the finishing touches on dinner. Create a warm, festive atmosphere with candles, carols, and plenty of good cheer.

Why it matters

Your Christmas in July dinner party isn’t just a fun night in, it’s a chance to make a real difference. Every dollar raised helps The Family Co. provide support services to women and children experiencing domestic violence, youth mentoring, parenting programs, and so much more.

Ready to get your Christmas jumpers out?

Get Your Hosting Kit

Ready to start planning?
Purchase a Christmas in July Hosting Kit for $150 and receive:

A festive Christmas candle
Traditional Christmas pudding
Wine glass ornaments
Novelty Christmas glasses
A downloadable pack of editable PDFs and printable table goodies: menus, name cards, and conversation cards

Your Hosting Kit has everything you need to bring the joy, and the impact of Christmas in July to life.

Order your Hosting Kit

*Please be sure to list your correct address at time of payment as this where we will ship your kit to.

HOST JOYFULLY.
FUNDRAISE MEANINGFULLY. MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Support your community with The Family Co.

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