GIVIT national manager Christina Sephr said many Australians are doing it tough right now.
“We have never had so many requests for assistance on our Christmas Appeal, with over 200 donation requests in Shepparton and over 20,000 around the country,” she said.
The organisation is asking for donations of groceries, fuel vouchers and small gifts for families experiencing financial hardship due to the cost-of-living crisis or escaping domestic and family violence.
“People experiencing homelessness or violence over the holidays often struggle to afford the basic essentials they need to live, let alone gifts or festive food,” Ms Sephr said.
“For example, we are assisting a grandmother in Shepparton who supports her three grandchildren, she is experiencing severe financial hardship and is requesting the donation of small toys to give as gifts to her grandchildren this Christmas.”
GIVIT works with 23 charity partners in Shepparton to ensure those in need receive assistance.
“We’re working with lots of charities in Shepparton to ensure people doing it tough get what they need, when they need it,” Ms Sephr said.
“These small donations will allow people who are struggling to cook Christmas lunch or give their children a gift this year.”
To find out how you can help this Christmas, go to givit.org.au
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