From the bottom of their hearts, the team at the Iramoo Community Centre in Wyndham Vale is inviting everyone to participate in the 1000 Hearts program.
1000 Hearts was founded by Tasmanian Sarah De Jonge in 2016 as a way to combat feelings of pain, grief and to empower others in times of struggle.
Since its launch at the community centre in 2021, the initiative has grown by encouraging individuals and groups to dedicate themselves and their crafty abilities.
Community members have come along to create and donate pocket-sized hearts, each crafted with kindness and compassion in mind.
These handmade symbols of hope are then distributed to places where kindness and emotional support are needed most.
The program has made a significant impact, with more than 500 hand-crafted hearts donated to local organisations within the Wyndham community including Werribee Mercy Hospital’s palliative care unit and Market Road Veterinary Clinic.
Through 1000 Hearts, the centre has not only provided comfort to those in need but also created a welcoming space where individuals can come together, share kindness, and practice compassion and care.
At the community centre, the initiative has become something for residents to connect over, support one another and try to make a positive impact through simple acts of love.
For those who may have doubts regarding their crafting capabilities, rest assured it is very much the thought that counts in this project.
Everyone is invited to tag along to the next scheduled session on Thursday, November 13 from 10am.
To participate, contact Iramoo Community Centre on 8742 3688 or visit www.iramoocc.org.au.
