WHAT WE DO
For more than 5 decades, the Ecumenical Coffee Brigade (ECB) has devoted its energy to passionately advocating for the hungry, needy and politically under-represented members of Brisbane's community. Hunger isn't seasonal, which is why our year-round delivery of a nourishing breakfast to Brisbane's homeless is so important.
coffee brigade facts
Founded in 1970 by Brisbane missionary Louisa Toogood
More than 150 people volunteer for us each year and make a difference in the lives of those in need. Find out how you can make a real difference to real people and become a part of our Coffee Brigade team - click the Volunteer button in the top menu.
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NUMBER OF PEOPLE
WE FEED DAILY (APPROX)
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YEARS OF OPERATION
SINCE FOUNDATION (1970)
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TOTAL DAYS MISSED
IN THOSE 50 YEARS !!
LOUISA TOOGOOD

LOUISA TOOGOOD (1903-1993)
Founder & MBE
Brisbane based Anglican missionary Louisa Toogood founded the Ecumenical Coffee Brigade when she saw a need to minister to homeless & marginalised people within the CBD, offering them food and a hot drink every morning.