Charmhaven charity hub known as The Bikers Hand opened 12 months ago and now supports about 30 Central Coast charities and organisations by providing food, drink, clothing, toys, household necessities, and personal products.
The Bikers Hand started in Sydney in 2018, but when president Tony Davis and his wife Mechelle moved to the Central Coast a few years ago, they saw the need was just as great if not greater and set about opening a branch on the Coast.
“We specialise in gathering donations of food, drink, clothing, and other day-to-day items for those in need,” Davis said.
“We then redistribute them, helping charities, homeless support groups, domestic violence support, and school breakfast clubs.
“The donations and ongoing support of our very kind and generous partners allow us to help so many in need.
“From financial donations to items we can share with smaller charity groups, to holding fundraising events and information nights to let the community know about The Bikers Hand, our partners and sponsors keep us going.
“We are so grateful for their support.”
Events throughout the year include the Christmas Toy Run, and on August 10 Comedy for a Cause will be held at Doyalson RSL Club, showcasing the best comedians from the Sydney and Melbourne international comedy festivals.
Doors open at 7pm and tickets are available at https://comedyforacause.net/tc-events/tbh/
The Doyalson has provided the venue for free and $33 of the $45 ticket fee goes back to the charity.
“We get great support from the local companies,” Davis said.
Wyong branch of Bendigo Bank and Northlakes Toukley Rotary Club are great supporters of the charity.
“When we moved to the Coast, we saw the need was there and that more and more people needed help,” Davis said.
“The demand keeps growing.”
The charity is fully registered with a Board of six overseeing operations.
“We are all volunteers and there are no outgoing costs,” Davis said.
“Every cent raised goes back to those in need including food service for the homeless and refuges.”