Grant to help Dhungung Food Share keep local families well fed over Winter

June 30, 2023Posted in: Community

Mum and 3 kids walking along the road holding hands

Sharing the love locally, Dhungung Food Share is gearing up to meet increased demand for support to stock the pantries of local families. It’s hoped that a grant secured through Council’s Community Assistance Scheme will enable organisers to stretch available grocery supplies to provide people with what they need over Winter. A collaborative effort, with...

More volunteers for home visits will help local families thrive

June 7, 2023Posted in: Community

mother and baby with a volunteer

Here in Wingecarribee, parents struggling with everyday pressures are fortunate to have the practical support of Home-Start Australia’s Volunteer Family Home Visits. CEO Michelle McDonell is grateful to have successfully applied for $7,000 in grant funding through Wingecarribee Shire Council’s Community Assistance Grants Scheme, toward training for even more local volunteers to make a difference....