Operation Backpack is underway collecting essential back-to-school items for local families and children in need.
The joint initiative between Kincumber Village and the Lions Club of Green Point Avoca will run from January 3-21.
The community is encouraged to donate essential school items to help families and children in need prepare to go back to school in 2024.
Federal Member for Robertson Gordon Reid said this time of year can be challenging for many families.
“Back-to-school costs can be a huge pressure on families before the school year starts,” he said.
“This initiative will ensure that families and children in need can receive some additional assistance as they prepare to head back to school.
“The Central Coast is a generous community, and I am confident those who can support this initiative will give to this worthy cause.
“I thank Kincumber Village and the Lions Club of Green Point Avoca for organising this initiative and for all their work supporting our community.”
The donation box is located inside Kincumber Village opposite Coles.
Donation items requested include pens, pencils, pencil cases, calculators, rulers, erasers, backpacks, lunchboxes, drink bottles and notebooks.
For more information, visit: https://kincumbershoppingvillage.com.au/whatson/operation-backpack/