When choosing between buying milk and bread or a t-shirt, clothing gets put on hold. Some families are living on $20 per week to feed three people.
Coomealla Health Aboriginal Corporation
Donation by Gildan
Victoria
Perfect resources for our students!
“”it’s amazing to have new fine liners to use to complete our work!”, “How awesome are these!”, and “These pens are the best ever!” are some of the many comments we have received from students when the fine liners have been distributed. It has been so nice for our kids to have an alternative to the usual blue pens and grey lead pencils. Students have been encouraged to produce their best work while using their new stationary.
Bringing Families Together Through the Joy of Play
The donation of toys has brought joy and meaningful moments to children and families engaged with Uniting’s Family Preservation & Reunification Response Program.
• “Jasper & his dad have recently been reunited, so creating opportunities for shared play time together is of paramount importance to both of them.”*
Practitioner Adam gifted a Dump Truck toy to 2-year-old Jasper*, who was able to take the truck to Frankston Beach with his dad for a day of fun in the sand. Jasper and his dad were both excited to try it out.
• Practitioner Suzanne recently closed with a family and was able to gift a ‘Ready to Robot’ activity toy to 5.5-year-old Alexander*, who was “thrilled with his brand-new surprise!”
• As part of her engagement strategy with a new family, Suzanne provided:
o Trolls Play Set to 5-year-old Jaynie*
o Baby Alive doll to 3-year-old Evie*
o Peppa’s Alphabet Case to 2-year-old Amy*
o Elmo soft toy to newborn William*
• “Jasper & his dad have recently been reunited, so creating opportunities for shared play time together is of paramount importance to both of them.”*
Practitioner Adam gifted a Dump Truck toy to 2-year-old Jasper*, who was able to take the truck to Frankston Beach with his dad for a day of fun in the sand. Jasper and his dad were both excited to try it out.
• Practitioner Suzanne recently closed with a family and was able to gift a ‘Ready to Robot’ activity toy to 5.5-year-old Alexander*, who was “thrilled with his brand-new surprise!”
• As part of her engagement strategy with a new family, Suzanne provided:
o Trolls Play Set to 5-year-old Jaynie*
o Baby Alive doll to 3-year-old Evie*
o Peppa’s Alphabet Case to 2-year-old Amy*
o Elmo soft toy to newborn William*
Brighter holidays for Gippsland children.
Many of the families we assist at Christmas time are facing huge financial strain and we are able to assist them with providing gifts for the Children to help ease a bit of that. We have received wonderful feedback, and it can really make a difference.
Big Lego giveaway for foster families
Thank you to Good360 for donating the Lego. We had a lot of fun building the Lego creation as a family – we all contributed and it made for a lot of laughter and joy. There are not many activities which capture the interest of all age groups! Our little one is now getting the most enjoyment out of dreaming up fairytale stories to play in the castle.
Bringing Hope Through Education: Thank You, Good360 and BIC
Teachers have shared stories of students who now eagerly engage in lessons, no longer borrowing or going without. One student, who previously avoided written work due to a lack of supplies, is now proudly completing assignments—something his teacher had never seen before.
A great item to add to our bags
Mary expressed her gratitude, saying that it’s often difficult to afford essential items that may not be of the best quality but are still necessary. She appreciates the support, as it helps ease the burden of having to choose between quality and necessity.
