The Give Where You Live Foundation has raised over $80,000 for the Geelong community through its 2023 Give Geelong Appeal.
The appeal, which ran March 17-24, launched with a Footy Colours Day and also included the Give Geelong Breakfast, held at the GMHBA Stadium’s President’s Room on Thursday, March 23.
The breakfast featured Sarah Wilson, author and founder of ‘I Quit Sugar’, as keynote speaker to the 275-strong crowd of attendees.
The Foundation will use the funds raised to help meet the basic needs of people who are experiencing serious crisis, as well as fund local education and employment programs.
Give Where You Live Foundation Acting CEO, Meg Price said the Foundation was inspired by the generosity of the community in getting behind the appeal and helping to support those most in need.
“We recognise that any donation is an incredible gift to our community, particularly when so many in our region are facing financial pressures of their own with the rising cost of living.
“We knew our goal of reaching $40,000 was ambitious, and we are overwhelmed with the support we received from the Geelong community who have really showed they were up for the challenge.
“This generosity will help us meet some of the increased requests for support from our community in the areas of education gaps, inclusive employment and supporting people through life crises such as homelessness and food security.
“Our work is not possible without the generosity of the community. Because of this incredible support, we will be able to make real change to many people’s lives.”
