A new community initiative to support local families ahead of the school year has been launched.
Keilor Central and The Les Twentyman Foundation have partnered for ‘Operation Backpack’ which will provide struggling families with new back-to-school supplies so that students start the school year with all the essentials they need.
Keilor Central invited members of the local community to donate new school supplies such as lunch boxes, backpacks, exercise books, pencil cases and stationery items via a collection box located near Specsavers within the centre for easy drop-off.
Keilor Central marketing manager Chloe Sutton said even a small donation can make a big difference for families struggling to afford supplies.
“We believe every child has the right to learn and be prepared and confident to learn, so we appreciate the help of our local community to get behind Operation Backpack and help support our fellow local families,” she said.
All donated items will be evenly distributed to local families in time for the school year.
The operation runs until Sunday 18 January.
