As we near the end of the 2015 Red Shield Appeal, I have once again been humbled by the generosity of the Australian people. The funds the community have given will be used in a way that will generate the most help and give hope where it’s most needed.
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Many Australians have seen difficult times this year. The Salvation Army’s 2015 Economic and Social Impact Survey (ESIS), which surveyed over 2,400 people across 262 community service centres, highlighted how evident the need is in our community.
It is now estimated 2.5 million Australians live below the poverty line, including 603,000 children. The financial help of the community enables the Salvation Army to be at the forefront, lending a hand as needed.
While thanking you for your ongoing support and dedication, we would like to remind you that the end of the financial year is fast approaching and there is still time to give your important tax deductible donation. By making a gift, you are coming alongside people in their time of need, giving hope where it’s needed most.
Many individuals and families are facing uncertain futures and we expect more people will be in need of assistance. It’s through your continual financial support that we are able to help people when they need it, and in turn, help more than one million people each year.
To make your tax deductible donation to the Red Shield Appeal please call 13 SALVOS (13 72 58), online atsalvos.org.au, or in person at any Westpac Bank branch or by posting a cheque to PO Box 9888 in your capital city.
James Condon (Commissioner)
The Salvation Army
Australia Eastern Territory
