Rotary has set up an appeal to raise funds to assist people in recovery from unprecedented flooding across North Queensland. The appeal is primarily aimed at assisting those whose needs are not covered by insurance and government assistance. It will be managed by Rotary Australia World Community Service (RAWCS), who recently partnered with Channel 9 in a telethon raising over $10 million for Australians impacted by drought.
Tax deductible donations are welcomed from individuals or organisations. Funds will be distributed with local knowledge, input and compassion by Rotary clubs in Townsville and other organisations in North Queensland communities affected by this destructive weather event.
Project Manager and senior Rotary leader, Robert Tardiani, who helped instigate the appeal, said:
“As a Townsville local for many years, I have first-hand knowledge of the impact this event has had on my community. Engaging the support of donors across Australia and beyond through this appeal is one way I can help my community to recover.”
“Rotarians are ‘People of Action’, always ready to assist their communities, especially in times of high need. I commend this appeal to those individuals, organisations and businesses looking for a way to assist the recovery of the communities affected,” said the region’s Rotary District Governor Greg Marlow.
If you or someone you know could benefit from appeal funds, email Robert Tardiani at rtar48@hotmail.com or call 0408 874 204.
Disastrous flooding in North Queensland has left many families and individuals in need of assistance in their recovery. The appeal is designed to assist those families and individuals whose needs are not covered by insurance and Government assistance.
The D9550 North Queensland Flood Relief Appeal (RABS) is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Townsville South West (in Rotary District 9550) under the Rotary Australia Benevolent Society (Managed by Rotary Australia World Community Service). RABS has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) registration and has been listed as a Charitable Fund so it can accept tax deductible donations from individuals or organisations.
Photo: An aerial view of the devastation caused by floods in Townsville (Screenshot via YouTube)