Life Ed is set to receive more than $3,000 to support its important work thanks to the generosity of the Bundaberg community in this year’s Officeworks Make a Difference Appeal.
Throughout June, the Officeworks Make a Difference Appeal encouraged customers to donate at the checkout in-store or online with funds going directly to local community organisations chosen by store teams based on what felt most relevant to their local communities.
Officeworks Bundaberg chose to raise funds for Life Ed to reach more children in rural, remote and disadvantaged communities.
Officeworks Bundaberg Store Business Manager Melanie Albert said they were proud of their fundraising efforts.
“We are so proud to have raised more than $3,000 for Life Ed and thrilled to have seen our passion for the cause mirrored in our local community,” Melanie said.
“Officeworks Bundaberg is honoured to support Life Ed, helping to provide valuable resources and support to carry out their vital work.
“I would like to thank each and every customer who donated to this year’s Make a Difference Appeal helping to make a positive difference in the lives of Australian children.”
Officeworks Bundaberg’s fundraising contributed to the total $58,000 raised for Life Ed by Officeworks stores during the appeal.
Life Ed CEO, Russell D’Costa said they were appreciative of the support.
“At Life Ed, we believe that every child deserves to thrive – no matter who they are, where they live or how much money they have,” Russell said.
“That’s why we partner with like minded groups and businesses, like Officeworks.
“Together, we can work towards a future where all children can grow in confidence through education.
“At Life Ed, we carry out this work because we have seen first-hand the power of education – to break cycles of disadvantage and isolation, and to empower children and communities as a whole.
“We’re grateful that Officeworks shares this vision and we appreciate their support.”
People and Planet Positive Plan
In total, thanks to the support and generosity of Officeworks customers and team members nationally, the Make a Difference Appeal raised more than $830,000 to directly help 16 local community organisations whose work supports children to learn, create and connect for a more sustainable future.
Celebrating its seventh year, the Make a Difference Appeal forms part of Officeworks’ People and Planet Positive Plan commitment of raising $5 million for local causes between 2020 and 2025.
Almost $6 million has been raised through the annual Make a Difference Appeal since it launched in 2018.
In addition to Life Ed, the 2024 Officeworks Make a Difference Appeal raised funds to support CaringKids, Kids Giving Back, Creating Chances, The Backpack Venture, SPEAK UP! Stay Chat TY, Stationery Aid, Kids4Kids Foundation, OzChild, Treasure Boxes, Backpacks 4 VIC Kids, Kids Under Cover, Les Twentyman, My Room, Waalitj Foundation and Give Write.
Find out more about the Make a Difference Appeal here.
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