The Sunbury Neighbourhood Kitchen (SNK) is working hard to ensure residents experiencing hardship receive essential support this Christmas.
Each year, SNK provides assistance to people in need through their Christmas Hamper Initiative – with the charity calling on the community’s support to continue the program.
Last year, the Sunbury Bulla & Neighbourhood Fund donated $3500 to cover the cost of 150 hampers, and according to SNK president Marianne Williams, this time around the not-for-profit was looking for additional backing.
“This year, SNK is hoping to receive similar support or sponsorship to continue this tradition of giving,” she said.
“Together, we can continue to provide meals, companionship, and a sense of community to those who need it most.”
The festive season can often be a hard time for some, exacerbated by the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
“The charity is seeing a broad cross-section of people in need — homeless individuals, single mothers, elderly residents, young families, and even working families with mortgages who are struggling to make ends meet,” Ms Williams said.
“The reality is that in today’s challenging economic climate, more and more people are finding it difficult to afford basic necessities.”
Alongside its Christmas initiative, every week SNK provides hot meals and much-needed companionship to individuals and families.
“[It] is crucial lifeline for many members of our community,” Ms Williams said
If you would like to help support the Sunbury Neighbourhood Kitchen’s mission, you can make a donation via its GoFundMe page: gofund.me/5d4ce7ba.
Alternatively, you can reach out via email at contact@snk.org.au for more information or to discuss other ways you can contribute.
