HPI November Update

DATE CLAIMERS **volunteer opportuniy
Rotary Trailer Raffle Drawn 19th December at Caboolture Markets | Australia Zoo Parking 26th December - 9th January 2022 | Committee Meeting 1st February 2022

Christmas Appeal

Give a gift that gives back this Christmas. Starting at just $20, there is something for everyone's budget. All gift cards will support our newly built school dormitory in Kashekuro, Uganda and will ensure our dormitory is furnished by the new school year.

Head to our online shop for all gift options and share our social media posts to help us make a greater impact.

*All gifts come with a tax deductable receipt

Volunteer Opportunity

We have another amazing opportunity over the summer school holidays to join forces with the Rotary Club of Glasshouse Mountains and volunteer at Australia Zoo as car parking attendants. This is a VERY worthwhile partnership as $25 per volunteer hour is donated to HPI.
Dates: 26th December 2021 - 9th January 2022
Time: 8am - 12noon

Update: Only shifts to fill - 2nd, 5th & 9th January

Stephen Bird Photography Fundraiser

Our incredibly talented committee member, Stephen Bird, has generously put together a fundraiser selling his photography prints. Each month, starting October 2021, he will be releasing another image at a special price with profits going to HPI as a donation towards furnishing the school dormitory in Kashekuro, Uganda.

This month's featured image comes from the Olinda area of the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria, Australia. A new print will be uploaded at the beginning of each month on our socials and website so be sure to set a reminder, there is guaranteed to be something for everyone's taste.

Please help us spread the word of this fundraiser by sharing our social media and website posts on your local community page and to your friends & family. What a fantastic gift idea for Christmas!

Volunteers Dinner

Last week we held a dinner to thank current committee members & raffle volunteers. Being a busy time of year, there were a few faces missing but a lovely meal was shared and many idea's thrown around for things coming up in 2022. If you've ever thought of becoming more involved in HPI, now is the time. Please reach out to discuss what that might look like for you.

EASY WAYS TO SUPPORT US TODAY

- Don't let your Christmas party empties go to waste! Save up your cans, bottles and glasses and return them to your nearest collection point. For QLD & WA that's Containers for Change Scheme ID C10053657 or NSW Return & Earn.

- Have an upcoming birthday? Hold a Birthday Fundraiser on facebook or simply ask your friends & family to make a donation in your name on our website in lieu of gifts.

- Sponsor a boarder. For a one off donation of $360 you can sponsor a boarder for a whole school year.

- Hold a 'restrictions friendly' event. For some that will mean a gathering up to 20 in your home and others it means holding an online games night with mates who are in lockdown. Check out Kahoot.com for an easy online platform & 'charge' your friends a donation to play along.

That's all from me today. If you have any questions about anything in this newsletter please don't hesitate to contact me or any of the committee.
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- Monique Moore (HPI Volunteer)

**The health & safety of our supporters is very important to us. We encourage all of our supporters to practise good personal hygiene and strictly adhere to government restrictions for your local area. If in doubt, stay home and organise an online fundraiser.

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