For most people across the Hunter and Central Coast, Christmas is a time for giving, celebrating, and sharing special time with family and friends.
After what has been a challenging 2022, the Christmas experience for others in the community can be vastly different. It can be stressful, sad and lonely.
That’s where the Samaritans and its band of volunteers step in.
For more than 20 years, the Samaritans has provided a wonderful Christmas Day experience for those across the community who are struggling or would otherwise be on their own.
Due to a growing demand for their services, this year they are hosting three Christmas Day lunches at Newcastle Foreshore, Wyong Race Club and Singleton Showground, complete with all the traditional Christmas trimmings - ham, chicken, salads, bonbon crackers, gifts for all, and of course, a visit from Santa Claus.
The annual events would not be possible without the generous support of our community, which this year includes Greater Bank.
We’re also encouraging the people of the Hunter and Central Coast to support this wonderful event by making a donation to the Samaritans that will directly benefit those who need it most at Christmas.
Here’s what your donation can provide:
- $25 can provide a gift for a child to open on Christmas morning or provide a meal to a guest at the luncheon.
- $50 can feed a couple on Christmas Day.
- $100 can feed a family of four on Christmas Day.
- $150 can feed a family and provide gifts for the children.
CLICK HERE to donate and to find out more about the Samaritans Christmas Lunch.
