74 Bowen district households received “Christmas Cheer” support through the Salvation Army this Christmas. The support included a gift card, toys, Christmas and non-perishable foods, household items and fresh produce said Gwen Marshall, Community & Ministry Manager – Salvation Army.
Many in the community are struggling with homelessness and the cost of living, are living in tents, couch surfing or have medical/mental health needs for themselves and their families. The number of household’s receiving Christmas Cheer this year increased by 25%.
This year Christmas Cheer were blessed to have volunteers from four Bowen churches, the Bowen Neighborhood Centre and crucially the Bowen Salvation Army family store; both in the preparation for and on the day of distribution.
“The effort from our volunteer helpers was a fantastic outpouring of community goodwill and crucial to successfully delivering support to these households,” Gwen said.
Donations from the community were also a key part of the Christmas Cheer, and organisers wanted to thank Chapman’s from Rocky Ponds (pumpkins), Rapisarda Farms (watermelons), Bowen and Mackay community donations (non-perishable foods & household goods), Dale Last appeal (food and toys) K Mart wishing tree and special mention to the Seventh Day Adventist Church for their generous support (Christmas food and non-perishable goods).
For the first time the event was held at the Bowen PCYC. The staff there were very happy to help and support the community in every way.
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