The council is joining forces with ac.care, St. The Murraylands Christmas Cheer Appeal is once again rallying the community to come together and support those in need during the holiday season. The Rural City of Murray Bridge is partnering with ac.care, St. Vincent de Paul Society (Vinnies) and The Salvation Army to collect donations of food and toys for people in need in our region.
Mayor Wayne Thorley said, "The pressures of Christmas can be very stressful for people in need, and your generosity and support will go a long way."
Community members are encouraged to donate new toys that will be gifted to newborns through to children aged 11. Donations of non-perishable food are also gratefully accepted. These donations will be included in Christmas hampers for local families and individuals in need.
Donations of toys (new only) or food (non-perishable) can be dropped off, along with a completed donation form , at the following locations by 2 pm on Friday 29 November 2024:
The Salvation Army Drop-Off Sites:
- Kmart Wishing Tree – Murray Bridge Green Shopping Centre, 8/10 Riverview Road, Murray Bridge
- Tony Pasin MP's Office – Shop 5, Murray Bridge Green, Riverview Road, Murray Bridge
- Rural City of Murray Bridge – Local Government Centre (at the Christmas Tree) – 2 Seventh Street, Murray Bridge
- Salvation Army Community Support Office – 3 Fourth Street, Murray Bridge (Mon/Wed/Thurs)
- Salvation Army Thrift Shop – 4 Railway Terrace, Murray Bridge (Tues-Fri)
- Online: Salvation Army Murray Bridge Community Page
ac.care Drop-Off Site:
- ac.care Murraylands – 29 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge
Monetary donations can also be made directly to ac.care, St. Vincent de Paul Society and The Salvation Army. Tax-deductible receipts are available upon request.
Donation forms can be found HERE .
For more information, please contact Thanuja at ac.care at 8531 4900 or Di at St Vincent de Paul Society on 0407 831 135.