"Adopt a Family” Christmas Hamper Appeal Spreads Festive Cheer Amongst Families in Need
As the holiday season draws near, the Byron Community Centre is excited to launch its annual "Adopt a Family" Christmas Hamper Appeal, a heartwarming initiative dedicated to spreading joy and support to families in financial hardship across the Byron Shire. This program invites individuals and businesses to make a difference by providing custom hampers containing quality food, meaningful gifts and vouchers valued at $100 per family.
Renuka, Customer Service Coordinator and program coordinator, said:
The Adopt a Family Christmas Hamper Appeal embodies the true spirit of compassion within our community. It’s uplifting to witness the generosity of our locals who come together each year to ensure that no family feels forgotten during the festive season.
This year, families in need are identified through trusted partnerships with Fletcher Street Cottage, a community services hub managed by the Byron Community Centre, and Liberation Larder, a food rescue service. Each hamper will bring holiday cheer and much-needed relief to families facing difficult times.
How to Participate
Confirm Your Adoption: Contact the Byron Community Centre on (02) 6685 6807 to be matched with a family in need. Details on families will be available through our reception team.
Create a Thoughtful Hamper: Prepare a festive hamper with non-perishable food, gifts and vouchers, valued at approximately $100, to bring joy to the adopted family.
Deliver Your Gift: Drop off your hamper at the Byron Community Centre reception on Wednesday 11th December to ensure it reaches the families in time for the holidays.
Kate Love, Communications Manager, added:
This appeal is a powerful reminder of how connected we are as a community. Every contribution, big or small, helps to ignite hope and joy, allowing every family to feel the season of giving. We’re deeply grateful for the kindness shown by our supporters.
This appeal is a call to action for the Byron community to come together and make the season brighter for families in need. If unable to assemble a hamper, you can still give hope to the vulnerable in our community by donating to the “Be Kind” Fletcher Street Cottage Christmas Appeal at www.fletcherstreetcottage.com.au.
For further information or to adopt a family, please contact the Byron Community Centre on (02) 6685 6807 or reception@byroncentre.com.au.
Byron Community Centre is an independent not-for-profit organisation offering essential services, including meals, advocacy, counselling and a range of arts and social programs, benefiting the entire community. For more information, please visit www.byroncentre.com.au.
Fletcher Street Cottage provides essential support and services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, mental health challenges and financial hardship. For more information, please visit www.fletcherstreetcottage.com.au.