Rotary Raising Funds for Bushfire Aid
Greater Springfield Rotary has quickly taken advantage of their Community Awareness stall at the Orion Markets on.jpg)
Sunday 17 November to seek public support for Queensland's Bushfire victims.
Sunday 17 November to seek public support for Queensland's Bushfire victims.
Over the last couple of weeks we have seen the start of what could potentially be one of the worst Bushfire seasons
ever in Queensland, particularly the southern part, and surrounding areas of the state. Many Rotarians and their families, in the affected areas are providing support to frontline emergency staff and also looking to support the people in the evacuation centres in their communities. In doing so they are well placed to advise on what is needed, and Rotary have established a special fund to help raise money in support of these needs.
ever in Queensland, particularly the southern part, and surrounding areas of the state. Many Rotarians and their families, in the affected areas are providing support to frontline emergency staff and also looking to support the people in the evacuation centres in their communities. In doing so they are well placed to advise on what is needed, and Rotary have established a special fund to help raise money in support of these needs.
The 'Relief Fund for the Bushfire Victims and Communities' has been established as a Rotary Benevolent Fund, giving total Tax Deductibility for any donations, and also eliminating any administration fees, meaning that all the money raised will go to providing aid.
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In bringing the fund to the attention of market shoppers on Sunday, Rotary was able to raise over $400 for the Bushfire Appeal, through the generosity of our local community. Many shoppers stopped for a chat and to learn more about Rotary as well as donating.
Anyone wishing to donate to the Rotary Queensland Bushfire Relief Project can do so online at:
Greater Springfield Rotary's display marquee and display stand were purchased using funds provided by the Ipswich City Council's Community Grants Program.