Christmas Appeals

Vinnies Christmas Appeal and Oblate Christmas Card Appeal     

At Mazenod College, we consider the words of St Eugene de Mazenod ‘we have but one heart, one soul’ as we work together to develop a sense of solidarity and service all year but especially at Christmas time. 

We focus on two appeals – the Vinnies Christmas appeal and the Oblate Christmas card appeal offered by the Missionary Association of Mary Immaculate, (MAMI) which supports Oblate Missions overseas. In the true spirit of Christmas, your gift can be a gift to those less fortunate both locally and globally. 

In past years the Mazenod College community has generously donated food or finance to the Vinnie's Appeal. Additionally, they have funded the Oblate programs through their donations to the Gift Card appeal. However, we understand that the situation may be different for many families this year as due to the ongoing impact of the global pandemic. We ask for your financial support only if you are in a position to contribute. 

The donations to Vinnies will be distributed through the local Parishes. Donations of food items and cash donations are appreciated and used to assist the generous commitment of St Vincent de Paul conferences in offering a 'hand up’ to people in need at Christmas time. 

If you would like to buy an Oblate Christmas Gift Card, which explains that you have purchased a gift card in place of a gift to give to friends or family, you can do so in person at the front office or online by following the details in the newsfeed on MazCom https://mazcom.mazenod.vic.edu.au/

 If you choose to use the online option please advise me of your receipt details & son’s name and homeroom via email jgirolami@mazenod.vic.edu.au so the card can be delivered home via your son.

Thank you for your generous consideration.

Mrs Jacinta Girolami

Social Justice