The theme of National Families Week - ‘Sticking together: families in good and tough times’ - encourages us to think about the things that make families strong in both good and tough times whatever their circumstances.As part of Families Week, which ends on Saturday, Australians have been asked to all take time to explore ways we can support each other - in our families and communities - through all the ups and downs of daily life.
Mission Australia would like to thank the many generous people who have responded to our story about struggling families like Gracie’s and donated to our Winter Appeal.
Like so many, the family found themselves homeless due to a series of unfortunate incidents that began when Gracie’s father lost his job. Within months they were spending cold nights huddled in the family car.
We’re now at the halfway mark of our 2011 Winter Appeal, but still have to raise a further $300,000 to reach our target and help bring more homeless Australians in from the cold and back on track.
If you’d like to support an Australian family who has hit hard times, you can donate online or call us on 1800 88 88 68.
And for everyone who has already got behind our appeal, thanks for making a difference!
Further reading:
‘Families in Australia 2011: Sticking together in good and tough times’
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