Tassie Mums Newsletter 2 2024
NEWSLETTER ISSUE 2 2024
Coats for Kids Coats for Kids has had an incredible community response and we are thrilled to announce that we have successfully reached our target of 1,000 coats!
“This family is without heating. If extra warm jackets or jumpers are available, please add” -Caseworker request, May 2024
We would like to thank all the individuals, schools and businesses that organised collections, with special thanks to Coles, Fall Real Estate and Jackson Motor Company for hosting collections for us during May.
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With your generous donations of coats and warm winter clothing in April and May Tassie Mums supported 436 children.
“This family is without heating. If extra warm jackets or jumpers are available, please add” -Caseworker request, May 2024
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April Snapshot
National Volunteer Week
Introducing Mel, she has a huge heart and can pack an incredibly coordinated clothing pack. “ Nearing retirement from teaching, I knew I wanted to continue doing something to help children. I had heard great things about Tassie Mums and as I completed the training and learned more about what they do, I was hooked. Volunteering always engaging, busy and the people are always friendly and helpful. I particularly enjoy preparing the boxes for individual children – selecting clothing that children will enjoy wearing, selecting books carefully for the appropriate age group and finding just the ‘right’ soft toy for that child to love. Imaginge how these children must feel upon receiving these ‘gifts’ (actually necessities) when the have been going through difficult times! It is so special and a privilege to be involved in an organisation helping beautiful Tasmanian children in need” During May we enjoyed celebrating National Volunteer Week and sharing profiles on our social media platforms of a selection of our dedicated volunteers.In case you missed it here are a few.
PROVIDED 210 TASMANIAN BABIES + CHILDREN WITH ESSSENTIAL ITEMS INCLUDING CLOTHING PACKS, SHOES, COATS AND UNDERWEAR.
8 PRAMS
5 COTS
646 BUNDLES OF GOODS SUPPLIED
This is Deb, a super clever all rounder and talented maker. “ Three years ago my daughter tagged me in a Tassie Mums Facebook post. Tassie Mums were looking for more volunteer, I had just retired and my daughter knew how much I loved washing and folding! I now volunteer two shifts per week and the work I do is varied and always interesting. I love the people I volunteer with – we share lots of laughs and they are all so generous, caring and passionate about Tassie Mums cause and philosophy.”
SUPPORTED 37 PROFESSIONAL ORGANISATIONS IN 17 COUNCIL AREAS .
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Fundraising for Tassie Mums
We’ve had some fabulous fundraising events for Tassie Mums recently - a shout out to Launceston City Football Club, Powered Lawn Maintenance, Scribble Mat and Plato’s just to name a few.
If you’d like to get involved supporting Tassie kids with everyday essential itmesplease visit www.tassiemums.org/fundraising for inspiration and send us a message. We love to acknowledge your efforts by sharing on our socials for an even greater impact.
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Tassie Mums was grateful to be able to accept a large number of cot and bassinet sized (tightly) knitted blankets from the ABC’s Rug Up Tassie campaign. it is always a pleasure to bundle these blankets into our linen packs knowing they will keep little ones warm. Working Together
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As the end of the financial year approaches it is a good time to let everyone know that if you are interested our Annual Information Statement and Financial Reports can be found on the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charit ies search for Tassie Mums Inc. EOFY is also a great time to make a tax deductible donation to support the vital work we do. Tassie Mums is a entirely free service collaborating with 330 professionals across Tasmania. All donations over $2 will receive a tax receipt via email. Please visit tassiemums.raisely.com “Pram and car seat please, mum is experiencing homelessnes and living in car while pregnant. Baby expected to be at least a few weeks premature.”
News from our CEO Our CEO Clair and 2024 Tas Local Hero Australian of the Year, has been busy spreading the word about Tassie Mums. Clair was invited to speak at both Burnie and Kingston Rotary clubs and Stitch & Share Margate and took a group of business students from Fahan on a tour of our HQ. Clair was also interviewed with TripleM’s Kaz and Tubes for their Tassie Trailblazer’s segment and spoke on Huon & Kingston FM for Local Vocal. Clair enjoyed presenting winning entries at the Kingston Flower Show and attending Hindu New Year celebrations. Clair is about to commence her AOTY tour. You may spot her out and about, be sure to say hello she enjoys answering questions about all aspects of Tassie Mums!
The 1st June saw Tassie Mums host The Nappy Collective volunteering team’s nappy count. It was an efficient morning with over 5,293 nappies being counted and boxed for distribution to community organisations with a quantity also being given to Tassie Mums.
-Request for aid from a Tasmanian Hospital May 2024
With thanks to our Annual Sponsors
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