The Yarra Ranges community came out in droves to support local not-for-profit Holy Fools by donating personal care items through a shopping centre initiative.
From from Monday 27 May until Sunday 16 June shoppers at Lilydale Village were invited to donate deodorant, shampoo, soap, toothpaste, tissues, hand sanitiser, toothbrushes and other personal hygiene supplies that would go on to make care packs for Holy Fools to distribute in July.
Lilydale Village, owned by ISPT, extended its heartfelt thanks to the Yarra Ranges community for their support during Operation Care Pack, highlighting the overwhelming response it received.
This community-driven initiative aimed at providing personal care packs to vulnerable community members in the Yarra Ranges was able to garner $3,219 worth of care pack items which were generously donated.
Lilydale Village centre manager Mark Ensor expressed his appreciation for the community’s generosity.
“It’s wonderful to see the community rallying behind such a worthwhile cause and providing much-needed assistance to those facing challenges, especially during the Winter season,” he said.
In addition, Ensor extended special recognition and gratitude to the exceptional volunteers from Holy Fools, who will dedicate their time to distributing the personal car packs over the coming weeks.
Operation Care Pack has played an important role in ensuring the wellbeing of individuals in need. Lilydale Village, together with Holy Fools, is proud of its commitment to making a positive impact within our community.
