DoSomething Day 2018: Diggers @ The Entrance supports Shoebox Revolution
SOCIETY tends to quickly judge those less fortunate than us. Shoebox Revolution take a slightly different approach — they do everything within their power to make sure those people that go without a helping hand and live as normal a life as possible.
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SOCIETY tends to quickly judge those that go without, particularly people living on the streets and people who are in need of a helping hand just to get by.
Shoebox Revolution take a slightly different approach — they do everything within their power to make sure those less advantaged than us get that helping hand and live as normal a life as possible.
The organisation encourages members of the community to get involved through a simple premise — grab an old shoe box and fill it with a few essentials that could help someone who is living on the street.
The main items that are needed are non-perishable foods, toiletries and warmth.
There are currently 12 drop of locations around the Central Coast, including Diggers @ The Entrance, where Marketting Manager Tara Muir says they are proud to get behind DoSomething Day and join the cause.
“It never ceases to amaze me the generosity of our ‘Diggers’ family,” she said.
“It’s been amazing how much our locals have really jumped on board with Shoebox Revolution, our donation bin is often filled to the brim.
“It’s really great to see the local community coming together to help those who need it most, it’s one of the things Coasties do best.”
Shoebox Revolution currently provide up to 220 care packages each month to 13 welfare services around the Central Coast as well as on the streets one night per week directly delivering to the homeless.
Aside from Diggers @ The Entrance, the other drop off points are the Trio Embroidery at Toukley, Crust Pizza in Terrigal, Buttercups Florist in Killarney Vale, Cakes by Kyla in Gosford, Molly’s Clothesline in Umina, Ingham Chicken in Lisarow, Signarama in Erina, Bright Start Preschool in Bateau Bay, Kids HQ at Wyong, The Whiddon Group at Belmont and Better Health Practices in Kariong.
WHAT IS DOSOMETHING DAY?
DoSomething Day — on Wednesday, July 25 — is the day for everyone to come together and make a difference.
DoSomething Day is an initiative of the DoSomething Foundation, NewsLocal and Your Local Club which celebrates the volunteers in our community and those spreading kindness.
To find out how you can get involved in DoSomething Day click here.
ClubsNSW CEO Anthony Ball said: “ClubsNSW and our member clubs are proud to support DoSomething Day and encourage people to give their best through volunteering, donating or performing a random act of kindness.”
DoSomething Day founder Jon Dee said: “There are many charities, causes and organisations that need our help. This DoSomething Day, why not choose a charity or community group that you can support throughout the year?”