Red Shield Appeal

One of our major Community Service events for the year is the Red Shield Appeal and again this year a massive effort was made by not only by our students but also our parents. 185 students collected much-needed donations in 45 different locations around Bendigo.  We also had 40 parents volunteer their time to transport the students back to headquarters to count their donations and enjoy a delicious morning tea provided by the Salvation Army. 

The amount raised on the weekend by Girton students was very close to $8,000. The feedback I have received has made me incredibly proud to be involved in this Community Service event. We received two phone calls and an email on Monday morning from very impressed community members praising our students for their excellent manners, impeccable presentation, and impressive behaviour.

The Junior School students have been putting their loose change from lunch orders in the Red Pig money boxes and this money $322.15 will be added to the final total.  They have also had a Red Food Pantry Drive. The families have donated baked beans, crushed tomatoes, spaghetti, strawberry jam, tomato soup. These items will be much appreciated by the families the Salvation Army support.

We also have our fundraising page to support the Salvos in their efforts to leave no one in need. Do a bucket load of good- please help me make a difference and donate today!

https://digitaldoorknock.salvationarmy.org.au/girton-grammar-school

Mrs Rachelle Fisher

Head of Community Service