Tag: Volunteerism
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Lunch Brings Bondi Together at Charity Christmas Day Lunch
Overview: A Christmas Day of Community and Care In Bondi, Christmas isn’t just a family event; it’s a shared celebration that stitches the community closer together. The annual charity Christmas Day lunch hosted by the Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club has become a bright beacon of generosity, bringing locals, visitors, and volunteers into a…
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A Night Café that Gives Dignity to Singapore’s Rough Sleepers
Beyond a Meal: The Night Café That Restores Dignity In the heart of Singapore, a modest initiative is redefining what it means to care for the city’s most vulnerable. The Night Café offers more than a hot meal to rough sleepers; it provides a cradle of belonging, practical support, and a beacon of human connection.…
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Prince George Joins Prince William on Secret Christmas Visit
Prince George Joins Prince William on Secret Christmas Visit The royal spotlight shifted to a quieter, more hands-on form of service this Christmas as Prince George accompanied his father, Prince William, on a secret volunteering outing. The event, tied to a charitable effort named Passage, offered a rare glimpse into how the next generation of…
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60 Lower-Income Families Benefit from Our Tampines Hub Giveback: Vouchers, Workshops, and Joy
Community Pride at Our Tampines Hub Giveback Event In a warm, well-attended morning in Singapore, Our Tampines Hub (OTH) hosted its second edition of the Giveback initiative on December 20. The event gathered community volunteers, local organizations, and a group of 60 lower-income families who received vouchers, gift packs, and the opportunity to take part…
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Our Tampines Hub Gives Back: 60 Low-Income Families Receive Vouchers and Joyful Activities
Overview of the Our Tampines Hub Giveback In a heartwarming community effort, Our Tampines Hub (OTH) organized a Giveback event that brought joy to 60 lower-income families. Held on December 20, this initiative marks the second edition of a ground-up program designed to support vulnerable residents while fostering a sense of shared belonging within the…
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Seventy Years of Service: CFA Volunteer Max Hateley Honored at Horsham Awards
Long-Serving Volunteer Recognised at District 17 Awards In a moving ceremony at Horsham, the Country Fire Authority (CFA) marked a significant milestone: 70 years of dedicated CFA volunteer service by Max Hateley. The District 17 Headquarters Brigade awards presentation brought together hundreds of volunteers and supporters, highlighting the remarkable lifetime commitment that Hateley has shown…
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70 Years of CFA Service Honours Max Hateley at Horsham Ceremony
A landmark milestone for the Country Fire Authority The Country Fire Authority (CFA) marked a historic milestone at the District 17 Headquarters Brigade awards ceremony in Horsham, recognising the extraordinary 70 years of volunteer service contributed by one outstanding member, Max Hateley. The event brought together more than 300 volunteer years to celebrate the dedication…
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Charlottesville Surgeon Finds Purpose in Ukraine Aid Mission
From Charlottesville to Vinnytsia: A Call to Serve In the quiet hours of dawn, a Charlottesville surgeon pauses to reflect on the improbable path that led him to Ukraine. What began as a search for meaning after years of practice in Virginia’s clinics has become a sustained mission that blends medical expertise with a pledge…
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Pakistani Student Winter Relief Initiative in China Bridges Cultures
Bringing warmth across borders In a gesture that blends humanitarian aid with cross-cultural friendship, a Pakistani Ph.D. student in China has organized a winter relief drive in Nanjing, Jiangsu province. On November 11, 49 boxes packed with winter essentials began their journey to families in remote communities, offering much-needed warmth as the season turns cold.…
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Mossel Bay Cansa Volunteer Urges Community to Donate to Needs List
Community Rally: Mossel Bay Cansa Volunteer Calls for Donations September is widely recognized as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, but for Mossel Bay’s Cansa volunteers, the battle against pediatric cancer is a daily mission. Joanita Meyer, a dedicated local volunteer, has made it her personal crusade after witnessing the impact of cancer on families and the…