The festive season in Sunbury and surrounds is set to be a bright affair with the local chapter of The Salvation Army launching its annual Christmas appeal.
According to The Sunbury Salvation Army captain Shaun Featherston, given the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, it’s vital that the wider community comes together to support those in need.
“It’s not a surprise to anybody that with the current economic climate we’re facing increased demand for help,” he said.
“Within the last couple of months we’ve witnessed almost double the amount of people coming in compared to the previous year.
“We’re expecting Christmas to get really busy so we’re hoping that people can donate food, toys and [money] towards the appeal — normally we don’t get a lot of stuff for teenagers so they are a priority for us this year.”
Locals can partner with The Salvos to support the community this Christmas in a number of ways, including lending a hand, donating products such as gifts and food, or offering a financial donation to the Christmas Appeal.
For more information on how you can support the Sunbury Salvos this Christmas, contact 9744 2095 or visit salvationarmy.org.au.
Donations can be dropped off the Salvos store on 27-37 Anderson Road, Sunbury on Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 9.30 am and 2 pm.
