ADF HEROES GIVE UP THEIR TIME F OR FAMILIES Soldiers hear Legacy’s call
SOLDIERS from Townsville’s 2nd Battalion rolled up their sleeves and volunteered their time to Townsville Legacy by tidying the yard of widow Margery Lawrence yesterday.
Legacy is a national charity dedicated to supporting the families of deceased or injured veterans since 1942.
Legacy Week began last Sunday and runs all week raising money to support the charity. Over the week local Legacy branches will collect donations from members of the community.
The Townsville branch of Legacy cares for more than 650 people, including 200 women aged between 90 and 100 years of age across North Queensland.
The 2nd Battalion have volunteered their time to Townsville Legacy by tidying the yard of legatees like Margery Lawrence.
Mrs Lawrence’s husband, the late Alexander Lawrence, served with the Gordon Highlanders in the British Army during World War Two.
Mrs Lawrence was pleased with the support she has received from Legacy over 13 years. “What they’ve done with the yard, is simply amazing,” Mrs Lawrence said.
Commanding Officer of the 2nd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment LieutenantColonel Judd Finger, said that local ADF forces have been involved with Townsville Legacy for several decades.
“The army is from the community, and members of the army strive to give back to the community.
“Legacy is a prime example because it’s directly connected to the servicemen and servicewomen, it’s a great opportunity for them to get out and help at the homes of those who rely on Legacy,” Lt-col Finger said.
Nicole Hayes, CEO of Townsville Legacy, said tomorrow members of Townsville’s 3rd Brigade would be deployed with buckets to spearhead a new initiative for the organisation.
“Hundreds of soldiers will be around the city collecting donations for Legacy as a part of the Legacy Appeal.
“If you see soldiers carrying buckets feel free to chuck in a gold coin if you can.
“This is the only fundraising we’ve been able to do this year, everything else has had to be cancelled due to COVID.
“Given the financial uncertainties people are facing, they have been extremely generous, and we really appreciate that,” Mrs Hayes said. >>Businesses that would like to arrange for ADF personnel to visit and collect donations for Legacy are encouraged to call 4772 7533 or send a message to the Townsville Legacy Facebook page. Alternatively, you can donate online via legacydonations.com.au
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