A local bakery known for its award-winning pies has teamed up with MacKillop Family Services to spread the Christmas cheer.
Rolling Pin Pies & Cakes’ Leopold store and MacKillop held a Christmas appeal that has been well supported by locals by dropping off toys and gifts which will go to vulnerable children and young people in the area who are unable to live with their own families this Christmas.
“We heard about MacKillop’s Christmas Appeal, and we know about the fantastic work they do through foster care to support families who need help,” Rolling Pin’s Nathan Williams said.
“It seemed like a great opportunity for us to do something for kids who might find it difficult at Christmas time.
“We’re delighted with the result. Local schools came on board, our own staff got together to raise funds to buy presents and our customers have donated lots of toys, so it’s been a whole community effort and demonstrates the great community spirit there is in this area.”
“We know that the rising costs of living can make Christmas a difficult time and we are especially grateful to everyone who has supported the Christmas Appeal,” MacKillop Family Services Home Based and Out of Home Care Coordinator Miranda Carter said
“I can’t tell you what a difference this makes, and we are thrilled that the community is supporting children and young people in foster care.
“Christmas can be a particularly difficult time for kids who can’t be with their families and helping with Christmas gifts is one of the ways we can support carers to help make it a special day.
“Caring for vulnerable children and young people is something the whole community can be involved in, and I’m delighted that people here in Leopold value and understand the importance of foster carers and the work they do.”
