Members of a western suburbs church have donated more than 280 items of winter clothing to help Wyndham and Bacchus Marsh residents to stay warm.
Catalyst Baptist Church ran a winter warm-up campaign, collecting 283 coats, jackets and warm clothing.
The campaign rallied church members and the wider public to take part in a practical effort to ensure no one is left out in the cold.
The donated items will be distributed through Catalyst’s local support networks and partner programs to reach those most in need.
“Every jacket represents someone who will now feel warmer, safer and seen this winter. It’s a simple but powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together to multiply hope.” Catalyst lead pastor Stan Richey.
“We’re grateful for every person who donated, shared, or supported this effort. It’s more than just clothing, it’s dignity, hope, and practical love in action.”
This was the first year running the campaign under its new name Catalyst Winter Warm-Up, building on the momentum of previous years while expanding the initiative to now include both Catalyst’s Werribee and new Bacchus Marsh campus.
