Riverland Christmas Appeal
Give to someone in need
Christmas, a time of giving and sharing with our loved ones and friends is usually a wonderful time of the year.
Sadly for others it can be a time of worry, disappointment and heartache or just another day to get through.
As food costs, fuel, electricity, rent and mortgages spiral, and extreme weather conditions (floods, frosts, storms, drought etc) hit the region, many Riverlanders may be facing a not-so-happy Christmas.
Riverland Christmas Appeal
The Riverland Christmas Appeal aims to make Christmas a little brighter for Riverlanders in need by providing Christmas food hampers and toys for children aged 0 to 15.
Over the years, the RCA has brought Christmas cheer to many Riverland families and individuals. Each year, however, there are more eligible applications, and more hampers and toys are needed.
In 2024, the Riverland Christmas Appeal is expecting a further increase in the number of applications for assistance and we really need your help.
For over 38 years, the Riverland Christmas Appeal has achieved this aim with the support and generous donations from local businesses, churches, community groups and clubs and many families and individuals. Grants from all 3 of our Riverland Councils have also been greatly appreciated.
Each of the main 5 Riverland towns has a centre for applications and distribution of hampers and toys – click HERE to see where you can apply.
The majority of our food hampers are purchased from Food Bank SA, who provide an excellent assortment of festive food and treats that provide meals for several days.
95% of Christmas hampers we purchase are from cash donations.
Any cash donation would be gratefully received, and all proceeds will go directly to provide hampers and toys.
Make a once-off or regular, monthly tax-deductible donation online, or post a cheque along with your contact details to Riverland Christmas Appeal, PO Box 2192, BERRI SA 5343
In 2024, supporters can become a SECRET SANTA by specifically purchasing a hamper for a family in need.
These hampers will carry a special sticker that acknowledges that it was provided by a Secret Santa. The recipient will not know your name, but, they will know you care!
Last year, approximately 30 hampers were made up through a combination of food and cash donations. Donations of non perishable food can be dropped off at the centres listed HERE
Donations of new toys, games, books etc for children and teenagers from 0 -15 years can also be made. These can be taken to our Donation Centres, or if you prefer to donate cash for toys, please donate using the links below on our Christmas Tree.
For over 20 years the Mallee Branch of the Ulysses Club hold a Toy and Tucker Run in the Riverland, collecting donations of new toys, food items and cash for the Riverland Christmas Appeal. In 2023, over 200 bikers participated in the run, raising $4495 and collecting hundreds of toys and food items, as they rode through the Riverland towns.
The 22nd Riverland Toy and Tucker Run will be held on Sunday, 1st December 2024 – Find out more HERE
Donations to the appeal allow us to buy gifts for age groups that may be missing, ‘top-up’ our food hampers at the last minute, and help us manage running costs and maintain core services. Thank you for giving what you can.
Thank you to our generous community
of donors and supporters for
helping us to make Christmas 2024,
a little brighter for Riverlanders in need.
The Riverland Christmas Appeal is committed to ethical and transparent fundraising.
We are registered as a tax-exempt charity with DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient Status). Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.
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The Riverland Christmas Appeal is committed to ethical and transparent fundraising. We are registered as a tax-exempt charity with DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient Status). Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.
© Site Proudly created and maintained by Pippos Technology Solutions
The Riverland Christmas Appeal is committed to ethical and transparent fundraising We are registered as a tax-exempt charity with DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient Status). Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.
© Site Proudly created and maintained by Pippos Technology Solutions
