PORT STEPHENS Legacy members are busy preparing for a major annual fundraiser.
Legacy Badge Week is an annual fundraising and awareness event held by Legacy Australia to support the widows, children and families of Australian veterans who have lost their lives or are experiencing health issues from their service to our country.
Legacy was formed in 1923 by returned soldiers from World War One.
Port Stephens Legacy chairman Doug Jacka told News Of The Area, “Our division looks after over 170 widows and 19 children in the area covering Nelson Bay, Salamander Bay, Shoal Bay, Fingal Bay, Medowie, Tanilba Bay, and Lemon Tree Passage.
“During the week commencing 30 August to 5 September, Legacy volunteers, known as Legatees, will be teaming up with students from Tomaree High School and RAAF personnel to raise awareness and vital funds.
“They will be in most shopping centres, clubs and walking the streets and they need the Port Stephens community’s support.”
Legacy is a non-profit organisation and does not receive any Government funding, so all funds raised go toward providing essential financial and social support to the families of veterans.
“This includes assistance with school fees, uniforms and textbooks for children, as well as community programmes that help widows stay socially connected and supported,” Mr Jacka said.
“So, by buying a badge, a Legacy bear or other merchandise, will go a long way for us to continue giving the support so vitally needed.”
For more information visit www.legacy.com.au
By Simon EKINS
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