“We’re also asking people to bring along winter woollies, whether its jumpers, blankets or winter clothing along with baking goods, all which will go to be donated to the homeless and needy through a local church.”Īpril said the volunteer organisation would also be raising money to help support Bundaberg children with life-threatening illnesses.

“On the day we will be holding a jolly jumper competition and entry is just $5, with the winner announced at 11 am,” she said. On Saturday friends and families can sport their favourite or daggiest jumper in a fashion contest to support the good cause. “There are no restrictions for volunteers, everyone can join, and we meet the third Monday of each month.” “Most of our members are now also aging, so anyone who would like to help can come along and fine out more information on Saturday. “There are currently 19 dedicated members including long-serving member Lester Rogers who, after more than 30 years, is taking some leave to go travelling. “We desperately need more members,” she said.

Put on your jolliest of jumpers and head to Alexandra Park on Saturday to take part in a cupcake drive while helping to raise money for Make A Wish Bundaberg.įundraising coordinator April Schmid said the fundraising day would feature a cupcake drive through Bake A Wish, a jolly jumper competition and a much needed volunteer recruitment drive.Īpril said there was now less than 20 Make A Wish volunteers in Bundaberg and she hoped the recruitment drive would draw in more community members to help the not-for-profit organisation. Pull on your jolliest of jumpers and head to Alexandra Park on Saturday to help raise money for Make A Wish Bundaberg with a Bake A Wish.

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