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24.01.2022 THANK YOU to everyone who attended today’s Walk for Awareness. We had a great day and without our sponsors and supporters this wouldn’t have been possible. We will be sharing more photography from the day taken by the amazing ACE Camera Club in the next few weeks as we take a bit of time to thank the sponsors, supporters and participants who make all these good things great. #acfwa #headspacealbany #bodycarehealthclub #mrsippy #equineadventurelearning #youthfocus #PCYCrangers #YAC #partyhavenalbany #albanybouncingcastlehire #ARVS

24.01.2022 NEW MEMBER MONDAY // Sneaking in before the end of the day is a shout out to our newest members WorklinkWA An awesome not for profit organisation assisting regional West Aussies to learn, work & grow by providing training, career guidance, resume support and career advisors ready to guide you as you prepare for those super important job interviews. Welcome to the ACF family and we look forward to working with the WorklinkWA team in the future.

22.01.2022 HAPPY MOTHERS DAY

22.01.2022 3 weeks to go 2 awesome new sponsors 1 event bringing the community together Thank you to our two new sponsors - the amazing crews at BodyCare Health Club & @mrsippybar who will both be provide a heart starter to your morning walk with us (just in different ways). How is that you say? Sign up to find out and walk with us on the 4th of October.... Amanda Winchester #acfwa #gettingtogethertogive #mrsippy #bodycare #walkwithme #amazingalbany #mrsippy #theamazingsouthcoast #coffeeislife #activealbany #headspace

21.01.2022 What a fabulous community project! Any ACFers out there who could help Albany & Regional Volunteer Service out??

21.01.2022 I’M LATE... for a very important date (muttered the rabbit as he rushed past Alice) Well, today was not the day to be late and it sure was an important date... if you wanted cake at the headspace Albany Annual #madhattersteaparty !! A fabulous event in the town square raising awareness for mental health and showcasing the agencies that are here to support the youth living in and around #amazingalbany... Congrats to all involved it was a great day. See you next year. #mentalhealthmatters #headspacealbany #acfwa #didsomeonesaycake #mentalhealthweek

20.01.2022 As you may or may not be aware, the ACF are long time champions of Foodbank WA and the amazing support they offer to communities in need. However during the recent COVID-19 lockdown period there have been more than a handful of local business pitching in with financial and produce donations to Rod and the amazing volunteer team at Foodbank Albany. The Albany Advertiser published an article last week, which can be viewed here: https://www.albanyadvertiser.com.au//foodbank-ad...apts-to-ma As the article outlines, whilst things might have found a balance at the moment, there will be further effects felt in September when government financial support like JobKeeper and JobSeeker ends so if you want to find out more about how you can donate to Foodbank then visit their website: www.foodbankwa.org.au, Foodbank Albany direct or us!!! The super star local businesses featured in the photo are: Jeremy Stewart ACF & Merrifield Real Estate Corinne Thompson Edge Planning & Property Lawrence Cuthbert Albany Maritime Foundation Adam Hornsey - Springdale Legal Steve Thompson Edge Planning and Property Ciaran & Vicki Ronayne Albany Community Pharmacy

19.01.2022 Barletta Albany was one of the first businesses this week to jump on board with our Foodbank WA Surplus Food Amnesty. They are a registered drop off point for any canned or pantry items you would like to donate to Foodbank to assist the at risk & vulnerable in our community. We applaud you for helping the community at a time when everyone is experiencing some form of hardship, change in circumstances and uncertainty. Pop down and see the team so that you can support the busi...nesses supporting the community as we all work together during these difficult times. #acfwa #gettingtogethertogive #amazingalbany #charity #buylocalsupportlocal #community #foodbankWA

19.01.2022 YAY!! Theyve arrived!!! We recently funded a Special Grant Application from the amazing team at AYSA for an order of #backpackbeds from Backpack Beds for the Homeless to be able to assist those who are sleeping rough. ... We have no doubt they will be put to good use. #AYSA #backpackbeds #ACFwa #gettingtogethertogive #amazingalbany #albanywa #community #philanthropy

18.01.2022 Sadly this years Homeless Sleep Out wont be happening due to COVID related factors and mainly due to the fact that most of our major Support Agencies who normally bolster up the Sleep Out are currently experiencing a very different quarter compared to this time last year. We dont want to pull them away from what they do best or stretch them in these times of new demand and assistance required. Therefore our aim this #homelessnessweek2020 is advocacy and awareness. Stay tuned as we share stories both local and statewide. Foodbank WA Anglicare WA AYSA The City of Albany Albany Public Library Pivot Support Services Shelter WA

18.01.2022 We are always humbled by the amazing contributions that our community make to the Foundation, but there are some days we are just blown away by peoples generosity. This week we had a donation of $10,000 from a single donor who recieved COVID-19 stimulus funding from the ATO and felt others who were less fortunate could make better use of it. Our recent article in the Great Southern Weekender was well timed to help them make their mind up about finding a home for it and the... only request was that 50% went to the Foodbank Amnesty Appeal, which means that the appeal has now raised over $10,000 since March. Not everyone can assist on this scale, and it doesnt matter what size or shape your donation comes in, you get the same feel good feeling knowing you have made a difference in someones life. Albany, you constantly amaze us and from the bottom of our heart thank you. #acfwa #foodbankwa #amazingalbany #communityphilanthropy #generosity #gettingtogethertogive #covidcantstopus #kindness #giving

17.01.2022 Have a peak at what our amazing neighbour foundation, the Denmark Community Foundation are doing for the Denmark community. Did you even know Denmark HAS a foundation?? Every day is a school day right!!

15.01.2022 FOODBANK SURPLUS FOOD AMNESTY DAY 3 In a time when our news cycles are getting shorter and the restrictions getting greater, one thing hasnt changed... and that is peoples need to survive. To survive these testing and trying times we need to see community compassion at the forefront of everything we do. There are already several businesses in town committing to assist, as they close their doors theyre opening their hearts (and pantrys) to see what they can give to Foodbank... Albany Donations do not need to be physical food. You can provide cash relief, no matter what size the amount it will all help. Merrifield Real Estate & GM Taxation & Accounting have both kicked off the financial aspect of the Food Amnesty today with matching donations of $1000 each. This equates to 4000 meals worth of food that Foodbank can now order in. Even if you cannot donate because you are self isolating or high risk, thats okay! Liking and sharing this post will get the information out to the community far and wide, and your share might mean someone else donates. Please contact us via DM for donation details or head to our website to make a donation. www.acfwa.com.au #acfwa #gettingtogethertogive #compassionatecommunities #foodbankalbany #foodbankwa #likeandshare #everylittlebitcounts

15.01.2022 Jeremy Stewart from the Albany Community Foundation chats to Andrew Wenzel the Manager of headspace Albany about their upcoming collaboration for the inagural Walk for Awareness to kick off Mental Health Week 2020

14.01.2022 Here is something different to look at when thinking about Homelessness. An artists view. Anything that draws your attention to this issue is always welcome. Thank you to the Art Gallery of Western Australia for this Friday installation for us to reflect on.

14.01.2022 As we say adios to August we start to look toward our next (and first) event for 2020. The ACF has partnered with @headspacealbany to bring the Albany community a family friendly, pet friendly walk 9AM on Sunday October 4 starting from Emu Point. Its the first day of Mental Health Week, and we invite you all to come and shake off the COVID cobwebs! BBQ, participant pack & family entertainment all included in the registration fee!... For all event details and to register click the link https://2020-walk-for-awareness.raisely.com/ #acfwa #headspacealbany #walkforawareness #community #walkdontrun #emupoint #eyrepark #amazingalbany #visitalbanywa #amazingsouthcoast #mrsippy #bodycarehealthclub #ARVS #mossconveyancing #headspace

13.01.2022 It was cold this morning at Spencer Park. I think everyone was all snuggled down under their blankets as we only had about 20 people through. Working with Salva...tion Army, we are now able to offer boxed cereals, tea, long life milk and tins of peaches for people to take away. We have started having tea and coffee available again and this morning we had vegetable soup. Tomorrow down at the Old Gaol we have pumpkin soup Still have The Muffin Queens famous muffins, loads of fruit and yoghurts See more

13.01.2022 Hooray for easing restrictions. Cheynes Beach Caravan Park are part of the ACF family and as they support the Great Southern with their membership we cant wait to support them with a camping trip or two... just maybe once this rain has stopped

13.01.2022 MARKETING MONDAY!!! How else do we get the news out about an event other than social media?? Good old pounding the pavement. Today we hit up York Street and the surrounds spreading the word, having a chat and popping up posters where ever we could. Thank you to my volunteer Alex for helping talk to the community about the ACF today whilst putting up posters!... Registrations are open, click the link in our bio for details on how you can join us on a Sunday morning in October for a walk to raise awareness for Mental Health #volunteering #acfwa #amazingsouthcoast #albanywa #gettingtogethertogive #walk #manyhandsmakelightwork

13.01.2022 What do you do when the chips are down?? Donate them to Foodbank WA of course! Chris from Spud Stud Albany aka Super Spud Stud Man just dropped off over $1000 worth of potatoes. Check it out and be proud of how Albanys community is rallying together to help those in need get through this with us all GWN7 News Albany Advertiser

12.01.2022 FAR OUT ALBANY // Your enthusiasm for our little stroll to the park has overwhelmed us. Today we clicked over 100 registered walkers and we still have 3 days left for you to register and join us! Do it for your mental health, do it for your dog (they can come too), do it for the free sausage sizzle or just to say you did it as you walk under the amazing balloon arch Audra and the amazing team at Party Haven Albany-Gift in a Balloon will have proudly displayed at the end ... Click the link https://fb.me/e/2TzR867HD to register #walkforawareness #acfwa #gettingtogethertogive #headspacealbany #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthweek2020 #amazingalbany #community #makeitlocal #supportlocal

12.01.2022 Are you ready? Signed up? If so, check your inbox (and prob’s your junk) because we’ve sent the final details for tomorrow’s event. If you haven’t got it send us a DM and we’ll get it to you ASAP The ACF has been working hard to bring this new idea to you and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do! Rain, hail (god forbid) or shine we will be hitting that path tomorrow so come join us. You can register last minute at the registration table which will be set up at Emu Point or y...ou can still do an online rego through the link we’ve been harping in about for weeks now See you all in the morning!!! #acfwa #walkforawareness #headspacealbany #walkwithme #community #amazingalbany #amazingsouthcoast #visitalbany #bodycarehealthclub #AVRS #albanyvolunteers #volunteersrock #keepitlocal #supportlocal #mrsippy

11.01.2022 B E K I N D As premiers are trying to figure out how to ease back in to a new normal, please remember: Some people dont agree with the state opening.... thats okay. Be kind.... Some people are still planning to stay home.... thats okay. Be kind. Some are still scared of getting the virus and a second wave happening....thats okay. Be kind. Some are sighing with relief to go back to work knowing they may not lose their business or their homes....thats okay. Be kind. Some are thankful they can finally have a surgery they have put off....thats okay. Be kind. Some will be able to attend interviews after weeks without a job....thats okay. Be kind. Some will wear masks for weeks....thats okay. Be kind. Some people will rush out to get the hair or nails done.... thats okay. Be kind. Some people may have lost a loved one either here or overseas and could not say goodbye in person, so they are still dealing with grief..... thats okay. Be especially kind The point is, everyone has different viewpoints/feelings and thats okay. Be kind. We each have a different story. If you need to stay home, stay home. But be kind . If you need to go out, just respect others when in public and be kind! Dont judge fellow humans because youre not in their story. We all are in different mental states than we were months ago. So remember, be kind. And if in doubt, BE KIND

11.01.2022 #fridayfeels How better to start you all with a gratitude post first thing on a Friday. Simon & Amanda are the power couple behind Albany Limousines and Charters and Mr Sippy Bar both of which will be at the Walk for Awareness this year. Caffeine goodness to get your walk started and a shuttle bus to get you back to your vehicles at the end of the event. ... Despite COVID causing a massive dent in their businesses when we first approached Simon about the event the very first thing he did was to offer his charter service free of charge as he sees the value in what we do. If that doesn’t give you warm fuzzies then I don’t know what will. They are top bloody value. So make sure when you jump on the bus to go back to Emu Point after your walk you please say a huge thank you and when you’re thinking of your next winery tour, mums night out, corporate or special event these guys will get you there and back safely. #supportlocal #acfwa #gettingtogethertogive #bloodylegends #amazingalbanywa #walkwithme #walkforawareness #amazingsouthcoast #mrsippybar #albanylimousinesandcharters #didisaybloodylegends

10.01.2022 Holy crap you guys BodyCare Health Club are spoiling us, oooops I mean you this Sunday. We have just been handed an envelope with a bunch of these babies as spot prizes for our dedicated walkers this weekend. So if a walk and talk for #mentalhealthweek2020 wasn’t a good enough reason to hit the path then perhaps the chance to win one of these might be!... Think of a creative way to get our attention and you could be walking away with a membership voucher or 30 min sauna sesh. Just another #awesomealbany local business supporting the Foundation. We cannot say thank you enough Registration details on our website, Facebook or via the raisely website link in our bio #walkforawareness #acfwa #bodycarehealthclub #localbusiness #amazingalbany #walkwithme #charity #community #amazingsouthcoast #headspacealbany #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthweek2020

10.01.2022 HAPPY birthday from the weekend Julie!!!! Julie is our Grants Goddess, always working with our Grants Team, processing and fact checking applications. If you need to talk to someone within the charitable, support services NFP space this amazing woman can hook you up. She loves a good walking meeting and is always enthusiastically involved with all the ACF activities.... We trust @leegriffith and your gorgeous boys spoilt you on your special day and we look forward to another year of fun times working with you.

09.01.2022 - Play in the Park - Bouncy Castle - local musicians - Bodycare Health Checks - Mr Sippy coffee van... - Sausage Sizzle - Shuttle bus back to Emu Point All of this at the end of the school holidays, just when you might be needing some kids activity inspo before launching into Term 4. Come join us and headspace Albany for a great family day out and support local business. #acfwa #gettingtogethertogive #headspacealbany #playinthepark #coffee #walkwithme #events #walkforawareness #community #supportlocal #amazingalbany #amazingsouthcoast #bodycarehealthclub #avrs #albanyvolunteers

08.01.2022 HI VIS WANTED!! The students at Comet School are heading out to do an industry tour and to be able to go behind the scenes they need to be wearing high vis!! Are there any amazing members or followers of the Foundation who might be able to help us out? If you can or know someone who can, please email the amazing Ash McPhail at [email protected] or send us a DM please & thank you

08.01.2022 We are now operating late arvo in lockyer from 4.pm Tuesday until dark, each Tuesday at Rainbow. coast Community Garden We have a new team, thats Robyne cooki...ng with university student Bridget at the front of picture. Additional helpers just for one day are Amanda in the hoodie and Angela from Rainbow Coast Neighborhood Centre. And not in the picture but always around is our driver and set up guy Max who always gives us lip! We served 28 adults and 5 children here last week. Tonight we had 33 adults and 16 children. See more

08.01.2022 Route officially walked & mapped First aid & water stations located Have you registered yet?? https://2020-walk-for-awareness.raisely.com/... A good walk and talking with a mate can do wonders for the mental health. Were not just talking about a one-off feel good factor. Here are some great reasons for talking a stroll with us in 4 weeks time: reduce stress alleviate anxiety increase relaxation improve self-worth #acfwa #headspacealbany #walkforawareness #community #walkdontrun #emupoint #eyrepark #amazingalbany #visitalbanywa #amazingsouthcoast #mrsippy #bodycarehealthclub #ARVS #mossconveyancing #headspace

07.01.2022 Did you do the walk? It’s not too late to come down and enjoy the Walk for Awareness celebrations at Eyre Park to kick off Mental Health Week! Bouncy castle, ponies, sausage sizzle sand more!... #acfwa #mentalhealthweek2020 #ACFwalkforawareness #headspacealbany

07.01.2022 THANK YOU // changing communities, changing lives May 18-24 is National Volunteer Week, the annual celebration to acknowledge the generous contribution of our nations volunteers. ... At this uncertain time we feel that we would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the volunteers out in the Community tirelessly working to make Albany and its surrounds a better place to live. It is more important than ever to recognise and acknowledge Australias volunteers. We invite you to put your hand up and thank all the volunteers around Australia by waving a special smile of appreciation from your own home. #acfwa #NVW2020 #waveforvolunteers #gettingtogethertogive #amazingsouthcoast #albanywa @ Albany, Western Australia

06.01.2022 Thanks for the article Albany Advertiser. We are a bit excited to be bringing this event to Albany. Register through the ACF website or the FB event link. Mental health affects everyone, so we welcome you regardless of age, gender, race or ability. We will be with you 100% of the way. headspace Albany does some seriously amazing work with the youth in our community. Points to you if you wear a green shirt on the day to show your support for an fantastic organisation

06.01.2022 Have you started work on a project, only to find your enthusiasm dropping? Remember, even the most motivated people experience energy slumps from time to time.... It can help to just think about the next step and to remind yourself why this goal is important to you. For more tips on how to stay motivated visit our website or call headspace Albany 9842 9871 #headspace #headspaceAlbany #motivation #mentalhealth #Albany #AlbanyWA @ headspace Albany

05.01.2022 this is part of our new "One Kind Word" program. Please share

05.01.2022 Our delightful friends at the Black Duck Gourmet Pantry are still open for takeaways and retail. They are also part of the Foodbank Surplus Food Amnesty. If you drop in, donate an item and purchase something from their locally sourced range then you will get 10% off the purchase price and a priceless feel good vibe. We urge you to support the businesses staying open to support the community. #acfwa #gettingtogethertogive #amazingalbany #gourmethampers #southwestproduce #buylocalsupportlocal #community #foodbankWA

04.01.2022 Dylans On The Terrace are supporting the community by taking part in the Surplus Food Amnesty for the at risk and vulnerable in our community in the midst of trying to navigate their own challenges of being a business still open during these trying times. Dropping in for a takeaway coffee and dropping of a food item for the Foodbank Albany shelves means getting your caffeine hit and a community service hit all at the same time! #acfwa #gettingtogethertogive #amazingalbany #buylocalsupportlocal #community #foodbankWA

03.01.2022 What a fabulous opportunity to get insight into the world of aged care and how volunteering can make a difference to someone’s life Great work Albany & Regional Volunteer Service.

03.01.2022 Tony and the team at Bay Merchants have supported the ACF in pervious years with their footy tipping competition but now, in these trying times they have come together with us to be a drop off point for the Foodbank WA Surplus Food Amnesty. You can still drop in for a takeaway coffee from 6am for your caffeine fix, albeit in a takeaway cup and they are transitioning to a takeaway focused menu for you as well. Rest assured, they will have something amazing for you to enjoy i...n these times when sometimes we just need a little something to brighten our day, even if its just your daily coffee fix. #acfwa #gettingtogethertogive #amazingalbany #gourmet #buylocalsupportlocal #community #foodbankWA

02.01.2022 Another awesome headspace Albany initiative over #mentalhealthweek2020 grab a hat, a costume, a sense of humour and some CAKE! We will see you all there!

02.01.2022 Fantastic progress!

02.01.2022 Not only do we like long walks along the beach (5 or 10kms anyone) with the awesome crew at headspace Albany but we like to support their outreach programs!! Check out this awesome event being coordinated headspace Albany and Monique Gray. Pretty relevant subject in our current economic environment and also some good tips on how to to put some $$ aside for a rainy day! Sounds like its filling up fast, RSVPs essential and details in the original post!

01.01.2022 We took a chance on today’s weather and won! Thanks so much to the Great Southern Grammar Year 8’s who assisted us today with making the signage for the upcoming Walk for Awareness today. Want to see the finished product?? Register to walk and come check it out as these signs will be guiding you along the way! Click on the link below to register and be a part of this inaugural community event.... https://2020-walk-for-awareness.raisely.com #communityengagement #greattobegsg #acfwa #gettingtogethertogive #amazingalbany #walkwithme #amazingalbanywa #headspacealbany #walkforawareness

01.01.2022 Helping people by charity is the most human thing we can do - Oprah Davynka and her amazing team at Moss Conveyancing are always the first to put their hands up to help the Foundation be it by promoting, sponsoring or participating (generally it is all 3) in our events. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping us engage with and support the community we live in. ... #acfwa #mossconveyancing #community #gettingtogethertogive #philanthropyWA #walkwithme #amazingalbany #supportlocal #amazingsouthcoast