I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here Australia has returned and we just can’t seem to get enough. The latest season features plenty of twists and turns and of course, moments that will make you squirm, but at the end of the day, the contestants put themselves through the wringer to give back to society.
With $100,000 up for grabs, each celebrity is playing on behalf of a charity and we’re sure whichever organisation ends up with the prize will put it to good use.
From Poh Ling Yeow to Maria Thattil, a number of familiar faces have volunteered to make their way into the so-called jungle, and we’re just going to say, they’re a lot braver than us.
The reality TV show is known for its gruesome challenges that make your skin crawl, and as we watch from the comfort of our homes, we can’t imagine what it’s like to actually face the tasks head-on.
This year, I’m a Celeb deals with intruders and also a contestant who isn’t actually famous but is tasked with the challenge of convincing everyone he is. It’s fun, exciting and we can’t wait to see what happens next.
But let’s look into the charities the contestants are playing for.
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Poh Ling Yeow | Yalari
Since 2005, Yalari has been providing Indigenous children from regional, rural and remote communities across Australia the opportunity to receive a full boarding school scholarship for their entire secondary education.
Find out more here.
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Nathan Buckley | Salvation Army
The Salvation Army needs no introduction, as it’s been around for years helping those who need it most. The international Christian organisation works to improve people’s welfare and living conditions.
Find out more here.
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Beau Ryan | Mark Hughes Foundation
After Mark Hughes was diagnosed with cancer, he and his wife Kirralee started a charity to raise funds for brain cancer research. To date, the foundation has raised over $20 million and we’re sure the $100,000 would be a great boost.
Find out more here.
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Brooke McClymont | Grafton Base Hospital
As the name suggests, Grafton Base Hospital is located in the regional NSW town of Grafton, and helps provide care to those who require it.
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Cal Wilson | Bowel Cancer Australia
Bowel Cancer Australia is a 100% community-funded national charity dedicated to prevention, early diagnosis, research, quality treatment and the best care for everyone affected by bowel cancer.
Find out more here.
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Derek Kickett | Key Assets
Key Assets is a non-government, not for profit children, non-religious, children, family and community services agency. Their purpose is to achieve positive and lasting outcomes for children, families, and communities.
Find out more here.
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Dylan Lewis | Lifeline
Lifeline is a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. They are committed to empowering Australians to be suicide-safe through connection, compassion and hope.
Find out more here.
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Emily Seebohm | EndED
EndED works with people who suffer from eating disorders, providing an authentic voice to those living with a biopsychosocial illness.
Find out more here.
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Maria Thattil | Minus 18 Charity
Minus 18 tackle social isolation by creating fun-filled spaces where LGBTQIA+ young people belong and are celebrated. Being visible, making friends and feeling supported is what they hope to achieve through their many events.
Find out more here.
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David Subritzky | Pride Foundation Australia
Pride Foundation Australia is a national philanthropic foundation specifically focused on funding lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex, asexual and other (LGBTQIA+) community issues in Australia.
Find out more here.
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Joey Essex | Feel the Magic
Feel the Magic is an Australian charity providing early intervention grief education programs for kids aged 7 to 17, who are experiencing pain and isolation due to the death of a parent, guardian, or sibling.
Find out more here.
