The Mount Alexander Food Relief Network has received its first major donations of an essential item in high demand across local food pantries: toilet paper. Two generous community groups have stepped up to support the newly established network. The Castlemaine Gives a Crap toilet-paper buying group has donated nine boxes of toilet paper, while CWA Chewton has contributed a substantial supply of toilet paper and feminine hygiene products.
The donations from Chewton Phoenix CWA and the Castlemaine Gives a Crap buyers group boost what community pantries can provide across the shire, said Kez Jennings, Community Development Manager, Castlemaine Community House.
“Their giving reminds us of the kindness and caring spirit that is the fabric of our community. Castlemaine Community House is constantly blown-away and inspired by the generosity of our community, especially those groups who consciously work to share the love across diverse needs, issues and vulnerable peoples,” Ms Jennings said.
The network was established to connect food relief services across the shire and ensure coordinated support for those in need. Members include Maldon Community Pantry, Uniting Church Maldon, Salvation Army, Harcourt Valley Community Centre, Church of Christ Castlemaine, Harcourt Food Bank, Castlemaine Safe Space and Castlemaine Community House.
The network continues to welcome donations and partnerships to help meet demand and reduce gaps in food relief across the region.
For more information contact Council’s Engagement Coordinator, Amy Carmichael at a.carmichael@mountalexander.vic.gov.au
