YOUTH AND COMMUNITY NORTH WEST REGION
Who’s it for? Our Youth and Community services in North West Tasmania assist people facing hardship, isolation, or disadvantage. From emergency food support, to school essentials, we walk alongside individuals and families with care and compassion. How We Help In supporting local Vincentian Members in Queenstown, Smithton, Wynyard, Somerset, Burnie, Ulverstone and the greater Devonport area our team of 4 staff and 98 volunteers provided 2,547 appointments, assisting 5,262 people this year. Together we distributed more than $160,000 in donations and delivered 350 Christmas hampers, ensuring families could celebrate the festive season with dignity. A major milestone was the launch of the Queenstown Vinnies Community Pantry — created in response to rising local demand following the closure of a key provider. With support from the Granville Harbour Wind Farm Grant, Olive Road funding, and local businesses, the Pantry now operates every Wednesday from the Queenstown Library, providing food relief to 20–30 families each week. We also helped 177 children from 89 families the region through our School Essentials program, ensuring they had uniforms, shoes, and school supplies to start the year with confidence.
Key Statistics • 69 Members, 4 staff and 98 volunteers
• 2,547 appointments assisting 5,262 people
• 8,600 meals served through Vinnies Van
• 2,850 companions supported through Dining with Friends
• $160,762 in donations distributed
• 350 Christmas hampers delivered
• 12 schools engaged with Mini Vinnies program
• 177 children supported across 45 schools through School Essentials progam
How You Can Help • Become a Vincentian Member
• Make a financial donation
• Donate non-perishable food, household items, hygiene products or school supplies • Organise a workplace, school or parish drive to support the Pantry
Hope starts with small acts – sharing food, listening, showing compassion. Together, we bring light to life’s darkest moments.
Youth and Community Manager North West Chantelle French
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ST VINCENT DE PAUL (TAS) LTD | ANNUAL IMPACT REPORT 2024-25
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