The Salvation Army Wyndham City Corps is calling on the community to dig deep and donate to the Salvo’s annual Christmas Appeal.
Struggling individuals and families in Wyndham need support more than ever, according to Major Catherine Abrams.
Major Abrams said demand for support from the Salvos has increased tremendously due to rental increase and mortgage stress, and that homelessness and the increase of domestic violence are among the chief reasons.
“Donations would be the best way for the community to help,” she said.
“We need gifts for 10-17-year-old children – last year we ran out of presents for that age group.
“We cannot accept anything that’s dangerous and or used products.”
Across Australia, The Salvation Army is aiming to raise $27 million to support Aussies doing it tough through the festive season.
The launch of this year’s drive has occurred in tandem with new research conducted by the Salvos that found more than 15.3 million – or 72 per cent of – Australians will be more mindful of Christmas spending this year compared to previous years.
The same data also found that over four in 10 (42 per cent ) will have their Christmas negatively impacted this year due to the cost of living pressures.
Moreover, the Salvos said 48 per cent of Australians will buy less presents for their children and loved ones and 56 per cent will spend less on food.
Details: www.salvationarmy.org.au/wyndham/contact-us/
Jaidyn Kennedy
