$8,000 donated to local community groups

20 Dec

Cronulla RSL are thrilled to announce the winners the 2023 Trees of Hope.

11 local not-for-profit organisations were invited to decorate a Christmas Tree, which are currently displayed in the club foyer. Members, guests, staff & board voted for their favourite tree, with the most popular trees winning a cash prize.

Representatives from the organisations were encouraged to adorn their tree with ornaments that reflects the services and assistance they give to residents in the Sutherland Shire. This incredible initiative has allowed Cronulla RSL to donate $8,000 to support the fantastic work they do for our community.

850 votes were cast from early November to December 19th. The winning trees were:

Members Vote - Sutherland Shire Council Animal Shelter ($2,000): The shelter houses dogs and cats that have been abandoned, found stray, surrendered or have been seized. If animals cannot be returned to their owners, the shelter seeks new homes for them.
Directors Vote – Kookaburra Kids Foundation ($1,000): Delivering services to young people impacted by family mental illness with the aim of empowering them to build resilience, lifelong knowledge and abilities so they can reach their potential.
Staff Vote – Stellar Experiences ($1,000): Empowering Independence. Inspiring Inclusion. Through supported social outings, travel & individual experiences

Whilst the remaining 8 organisations didn’t take home the major prize, each will receive a $500 donation from The Club.

Cronulla Community Cafe: The Cronulla Community Cafe support people in need, by providing a no-cost food service.
Dandelion Support Network Inc: A grassroots not-for-profit that supports children and families in need.
Hopefield: Hopefield's purpose is to serve those in our community experiencing poverty, disadvantage, distress or isolation.
Learning Links: Learning Links works in collaboration with schools, early childhood settings and parents to help children with learning disabilities and difficulties.
Sailability Cronulla: Sailability help the elderly, the financially/ socially disadvantaged as well as people with physical challenges get access to sailing.
Endeavour SKWAD: Students in Support Units in mainstream schools receive no effective funding for specialised programs and resources. SKWAD fundraises to address this deficiency.
Cronulla RSL Sub-Branch: A dedicated group of veterans and their supporters, united in our commitment to serving those who have served our nation. We provide essential support services to veterans and their families.
Surfers Rescue 24/7: Surfers Rescue 24/7 is a free board rescue and CPR course available for all surfers and recreational water users in NSW. An initiative of Surfing NSW.