Ballarat, Australia, launches Reverse Advent Calendar, collecting daily food and gifts for those in need.

Ballarat, Australia, hosts a Reverse Advent Calendar, where participants fill boxes with daily food items and gifts for families in need. Started by Heather Lutrell, the program has grown, with schools and volunteers helping collect and distribute the boxes. A special Blessing Day includes a barbecue, face painting, and a petting zoo. Uniting and St Vincent de Paul expect high demand for support around Christmas, with over 100 rough sleepers assisted in recent months. Boxes can be picked up and dropped off at various locations in the city.

December 14, 2024
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