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FROM THE HEART: Whyalla Child Care kids William, Emerson, Mila and Tavia with the thank-you hearts that will be sent to emergency service workers.
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
The Whyalla Child Care Centre is going red and yellow this week to support those affected by the South Australian bushfires and raise money for the Vinnies Bushfire Appeal and the SA CFS Foundation.
For the week of January 13 to 17, the centre is encouraging parents to dress their children in red or yellow, the CFS colours, to support the firefighters and also make a donation if possible.
The centre's early childhood teacher, Joanne Marsland said the children have already been making the cute Thank You Hearts which will be sent to the emergency service workers in South Australia.
“Like everyone, we have been overwhelmed and saddened by the heartbreaking bushfires all over our beautiful country,” Joanne said.
FROM THE KIDS: The 'thank you' display at the Whyalla Child Care Centre.
"So, this week we have decided to raise money for the many people affected by these fires and also show our support to the brave people battling the fires.
“There are so many worthy charities to choose from and we will divide the money raised equally between the Vinnies Bushfire Appeal and the SA CFS Foundation.”
Council staff have joined the effort and will be wearing red or yellow on Wednesday with fundraising being conducted throughout Council offices.
BIG HEARTS: The thank-you hearts that will be sent to emergfency service workers.
Vinnies Bushfire Appeal: Helping people with bills, clothing, bedding and food.
SA CFS Foundation: Provides financial assistance to CFS volunteer firefighters and their families who have suffered through death, injury, loss or damage of property while in the line of service.