Rotarians will have seen emails from District 9820 Secretary Jan Moore, on behalf of District Governor Adrian Froggatt and Emergency Management Committee Chair Janne Speirs.
The District 9820 Disaster Relief Fund has distributed funds to four separate areas of Queensland which have born the brunt of fires over the last couple of months.
In addition, $6500 has been used to purchase hay for farmers in drought stricken East Gippsland.
As a consequence of these initiatives, the District Disaster Relief Fund now has only $18000 left (after having in excess of $35000 earlier this year).
In this regard both individuals and Rotary Clubs are being asked to consider making a contribution to the Fund, especially as we are facing the prospect of a long, hot summer in Victoria where urgent action may be required.
Donations can be made to the Disaster Relief Fund as follows:
Name of Account - Rotary District 9820 Inc Disaster Relief Fund
BSB - 633 000
Account Number - 137 927 174
Thank you for giving this vital matter your consideration.