In Gear | Rotary in Southern New Zealand Issue 1 | Page 43
Artist’s impression of 154 and 160
Paterson Street, Invercargill
What can I do to help?
So, you’re a Rotarian, but not
based in Invercargill. What can
you do to pitch in?
What we
want is for
everyone to
win out of it.”
Richard Boyed-Manson,
project organiser
And, the greater the Building a Rotary Dream’s success, the
greater the impact for those in need. To boost the profits,
the Rotary clubs are calling out for labour and materials,
calls that are increasingly being answered by businesses
and individuals, eager to get in behind the project.
Rotary organisers are keen to hear from anyone who’s
willing to lend a hand. A series of “muck in” days are also
planned during the build, and will be publicised on the
project’s Facebook page.
And, for those who mightn’t be in a position to offer their
time or materials, the Rotary clubs have set up a Give a
Little page for donations to help the project along.
The beauty of such a high-profile project, Richard says, is
the positive publicity that’s shining down on all who are
involved and backing the project.
“What we want is for everyone to win out of it.”
He’s also hopeful the innovative project’s profile will create
added interest in Rotary, and what the organisation can
achieve, leading to more people wanting to join.
• Remember, every little bit counts – why not
donate your latte, espresso, cappuccino or
chai tea to the project’s Give a Little page?
If all of District 9980’s Rotarians gave just $5
each, we’d be looking at over $6000.
• Keep an eye out for the upcoming “muck in”
days – if you can make it to Invercargill for a
weekend working bee, we’d love to share the
experience with our fellow Rotarians.
• If you have access to anything that’s needed
on a new build that you’re able to donate or
supply at a great rate, it would be fantastic to
hear from you. Or maybe you have southern
connections you can put us in contact
with. Feel free to touch base with project
organiser, Richard Boyed-Manson by email:
[email protected]
• Spread the word. We really want to reach
as many people, as widely as possible, not
just about our project, but also the cause.
Homelessness is a growing problem, and
we all need to act now. We’d be so grateful
if you shared our project – our Facebook
posts, our website, our Give a Little
page, and the story behind the Southland
Breathing Space Trust.
• Looking to boost your property portfolio
and back a magnificent cause all at the
same time? Keep an eye out for details of
the homes’ auctions – you might just score a
stand-out home and play your part in making a life-changing difference to Southlanders in need.
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