We had 2 guests join us this morning to discuss Homelessness on the Sunshine Coast - Michael Chittiick and Chris Cooper. It is a major problem on the coast with the number of homeless on the increase.
While difficult to have actual numbers the estimate is 1,378 people homeless of which 202 are aged between 12-24 which is a terrible statistic. They provided some good news in that there is hope of Sleepbus being resurrected after its recent demise.
It was great to meet some of the team from Urban Garden on Friday at Bunnings. Craig had been in touch with Simon prior to Christmas but it wasn't till now that the club was able to show its support for the great work this NFP does in teh community and in turn supporting the Maroochy Neighbourhood centre.
It was coincidental that Michael and Chris , Sleepbus volunteers were present as guest speakers.
They were most appreciative of our Christmas Sleepbus donation, albeit the company is in a bit of bother we received from very, very, welcome news that steps are being taken to resurrect this great community cause.
We are looking forward to Simon from Sleepbus talking to the club, and meanwhile your club will be making a donation to the Urban Garden at the Maroochydore centre to show our support for the great team of volunteers.
Here's the afternoon shift - front of office Meghan, with Chloe, Catherine and Yoku with head chef Graeme, and dogsbody John in the background.
Michael and Chris..
Well done girls, and boys.
...and don't forget this Wednesday there is a Mothers Day drive in support of Care Outreach...