One of Geelong’s biggest local fundraisers kicks off today, raising money to help build a fairer community.
Local foundation Give Where You Live has encouraged the local community to dip deep for its Give Geelong Appeal, which launches today.
The annual appeal raises funds to support Give Where You Live’s mission to support the most vulnerable people in the region by focusing on food security, homelessness, inclusive employment and an inclusive economy.
Christ Church Community Meals program, run entirely by volunteers, provides free breakfast every day and dinner twice a week for those in need and has been a perennial recipient of Give Where You Live’s yearly grant funding programs.
Program coordinator Jan McGowan said Christ Church was incredibly grateful for grant funding from Give Where You Live, which was supporting record numbers of people in recent times.
“Give Where You Live Grants don’t just make a difference; they make our work possible,” she said
Give Where You Live Foundation chief executive Zac Lewis said donations from community members made a real difference for those who need it most and helped break cycles of inequality.
“The Give Geelong Appeal is a chance for the people of Geelong to come together and be part of the solution,” he said.
“This is an opportunity to truly give where you live and raise funds for our community. Funds raised will help us invest grants in local organisations to create a fairer, more equitable Geelong community.”
“Over the last year the Give Where You Live Foundation has continued building on the legacy it began in 1954, investing in a fairer Geelong community. Over $2.2million was invested into the community through funding and our own change initiatives.
“You too, can invest in our community by supporting the Give Geelong Appeal. Your donations will support grant funding to assist people experiencing homelessness, help food security initiatives and improve employment opportunities across Geelong.”
Visit givewhereyoulive.com.au to donate or find out more about the Give Geelong Appeal.
