More than $26,000 was raised at a special luncheon celebrating Coast Shelter’s 30th anniversary on October 6.
More than 200 supporters attended the event at The Entertainment Grounds, which aimed to raise funds to continue to expand the organisation’s services and programs to help the homelessness and family and domestic violence crisis across the region.
CEEO Micael Starr told the gathering support was needed now more than ever.
“Sadly, we are seeing rising rates of homelessness amongst people over 55 and more women and children sleeping in our crisis domestic violence refuges every night of the year,” he said.
In response supporters dug deep with more than $26,000 raised via auctions and raffles on the day.
Coast Shelter also gave out awards to deserving Coasties who are positively contributing to the region.
Dianne O’Brien (Aunty Di) was recognised for her outstanding contribution and bravery in sharing her story as an international best-selling author and for her contribution to the First Nations community across the Central Coast.
Paddy Gerrard, Rob Palmer and Southern Cross Austereo were recognised for their outstanding contribution to the Central Coast community, especially their work for local charities.
Starr said he hoped the fundraiser would be the first of many.
“People want to get out and about, help their community and have a little fun whilst doing it,” he said.
Source:
Media release, Oct 10
Coast Shelter