Meals on Wheels Central Coast (MOWCC) proudly announced the launch of its new fundraising initiative, Club 365, during a vibrant event held at its Tuggerah head office. The evening brought together supporters, volunteers, and small businesses to celebrate a shared mission of providing nutritious meals to senior citizens of the Central Coast – a commitment that has been at the heart of MOWCC since 1967.
“We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for the Club 365 Launch! It was an incredible event where we saw the community come together to learn about our mission and support our volunteers,” said Neridah Morris, CEO of Meals on Wheels Central Coast. “Together, we raised close to $5,000 on the night! Thank you to all our generous donors.”
Club 365 aims to secure ongoing support for MOWCC’s essential meal delivery service by recruiting 365 donors to contribute $30 a month for 12 months. This initiative directly addresses the increasing costs associated with volunteer travel kilometres, which costs the organisation approximately $100,000 each year.
“Our dedicated volunteers, who generously use their own vehicles, play a critical role in delivering meals to the most isolated and vulnerable members of our community,” added Morris. “This initiative is about ensuring they can continue this vital service.”
A sincere huge thank you to our Meals on Wheels Central Coast volunteers, board members, staff and all the fantastic small businesses who joined us, including Cakes By Kyla, Central Coast Branches of Bendigo Bank, Better You Counselling, Paul Hills The Agency, Driving Miss Daisy, Hearing Australia, Rel8.app, RSL LifeCare, Central Coast Sports College, Freightlinx, Loyal I.T. Solutions, 4B Media, Orbell Family Lawyers, Unique Building Partners, Morgans Financial Limited – Gosford, Lexus Of Central Coast, Worthington Motor Group Central Coast, ABCOE Central Coast, Gosford Air Conditioning, Hi Five Disability Support Services PTY Limited and On the Coast – Publications.
During the event, guests enjoyed delicious treats, including cupcakes donated by popular local business Cakes By Kyla, and were inspired by the performances of 14-year-old Layla, who captivated attendees with her stunning singing.
MOWCC volunteers cover vast distances – over 91,000 km annually – ensuring that no senior citizen is left without a meal or social connection. With the senior population in the Central Coast projected to reach nearly 97,000 by 2034, the need for continued support is critical.
Darrell, a MOWCC Meal Delivery Volunteer for over 15 years, shared his perspective: “I enjoy meeting new people and giving back to the community. Many of our clients are isolated, and even a five-minute conversation can make a world of difference.”
Club 365 is not only a fundraising effort but also a way for donors to connect with the mission of Meals on Wheels Central Coast. All donations over $2 are tax-deductible, and donors will gain exclusive access to MOWCC content and events.
For more information about Club 365 and how to become a donor, please visit our website or Club 365 page, or call us on 02 4357 8444.