ASRC Food Drive

This term, the Grade 3/4s have been learning about what makes them a wonder. As a part of their learning, they have been learning more about their families migration journey to Australia. After listening to many stories from our community, the students have decided to get involved with the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre and run a Food Drive fundraiser. 

We are asking for help from our school community to donate food items that will help feed and support those in need. The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre feeds more than 1,600 people each fortnight, most are families living with no income, right to work or health care.

Below is a list of food items that can be accepted: 

• Breakfast items – oats, weetbix, cereal
• Honey – 220g – 375g
• Vegetable oil – 750ml to 1L
• Olive oil – 750ml or 1L
• Canned chickpeas 425 g
• Canned tomatoes 425 g
• Canned lentils 425g
• Canned white beans 425g
• Canned mixed beans 425g
• Canned corn 425g
• Canned peas 425g
• Canned carrots 425g 
• Canned mixed vegetables 425g
• Dried lentils 1kg
• Dried chickpeas 1kg
• Dried beans 1kg
• Peanut butter 425g
• Jams 425g
• Tahini 425g
• Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
• Toilet paper
• Soap – bundle of 2
• Laundry powder – 500g – 1kg
• Laundry liquid – 500ml  – 1L
• Dishwashing detergent – 550ml – 1L

Please note these items cannot be accepted:

• Baked beans and tinned spaghetti
• Canned or packet soups
• Highly processed, ready-made meals, i.e. packaged mac and cheese
• Sweets, soft drinks and chips
• Sauces and other condiments

Our Food Drive will be running until the 31st of March. If you are able to donate any of the approved items, please drop them off at the office. 

If you would like to find out more about the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, then visit their website at https://asrc.org.au/ 

Thanks,

The Grade 3/4s