Werribee Baptist Church are again on the lookout for unwanted coats and blankets to give to the less fortunate, with their Warm-Up Wyndham campaign underway for 2024.
Last year, Warm-Up Wyndham resulted in more than 250 coats and jackets being donated to the church and then distributed to those in need.
With winter having well and truly arrived and homelessness and poverty a growing problem in the municipality, campaign organisers are hoping to at least match, if not, exceed last year’s effort.
Werribee Baptist Church Lead Pastor Stan Richey said it was an opportunity for local residents to make a big difference through a small gesture.
“The Warm-Up Wyndham campaign exemplifies how local efforts can bring comfort and support to neighbours during difficult times,” Mr Richey said.
“ It’s a simple yet powerful way for residents to help others stay warm and safe this winter.”
Along with new or gently used coats and jackets, blankets can also be donated as part of Warm-Up Wyndham to provide shelter, warmth and comfort to the disadvantaged.
Items of all sizes can be donated at Werribee Baptist Church during Sunday service times or office hours throughout June.
These items will then be collected by The Salvation Army and distributed to those most in need within the Wyndham community.
Those thinking of donating are encourage to only provide coats, jackets and blankets, with no other clothing items or linen being accepted.
Locals who don’t have old coats, jackets or blankets lying around, but who still want to contribute, can provide cash donations, with one-time or scheduled-recurring giving options available.
For more details or to find out how you can get involved, visit werribeebaptist.org.au/warmup-Wyndham or connect with them on social media.
Warm-Up Wyndham concludes on June 30.
Cade Lucas.
