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Theodora's Cheerful Givers

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24.01.2022 Due to the high demand for our food hampers, deliveries will only be done on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Please please order before 11am to avoid disappointment.

23.01.2022 Because of the high demand for food hampers. Theodores Cheerful Givers food bank is only doing delivers Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons. Between 1pm and 4pm. If you are in need please call Gina on 0414984783 to arrange one. There is a $5 delivery fee for each one, this is just for the driver, so that he can put fuel in the car.

22.01.2022 We need your help! So we can keep supporting the most vulnerable members of our community, we would appreciate any donations that can be made. Donations made through the mycause website linked below go directly into the Theodora House Inc. bank account - there is no commission. Donations are tax deductable and a receipt will be issued. We thank you for your support.

22.01.2022 We are so thankful to the Australian Government Department of Social Services for their generous Volunteer Grant that will go towards our fuel costs for delivering food parcels to the community.

22.01.2022 There were over 300 meals put together over the long weekend. Here are some of our superstar volunteers in action - Nina and Peter (who is actually Founder Gina's husband!). What would we do without this dynamic duo! #volunteers #cookingupastorm #DynamicDuo #foodforthoseinneed

22.01.2022 We are open today at 24 Whitford Way, Frankston. We still have plenty of books for people to go through, as well as some bric-a-brac and toys. So come on down and see us / you might pick up a bargain!

21.01.2022 Due to the very high demand for our services, we are sorry if deliveries have been delayed or not arrived on the set day. At the moment we only have one driver and he is doing his best to deliver all parcels each day. We thank you for your patience.

20.01.2022 Here is our super human volunteer, Nina! Shes busy creating food parcels for the many people in need in our community.

19.01.2022 Today we celebrate 25 years! From our humble beginnings as a food bank and an accommodation home in Morwell, our focus throughout these years has stayed the same - providing support to those less fortunate. Our important work could not have been possible without the generous support of our many sponsors and the tireless work of our volunteers. Heres to another 25 years!

19.01.2022 This beautiful lady is Winifred. At 85 years young, she volunteers every Tuesday and Thursday from 10am to 4pm, packing and sorting items for the food parcels we deliver daily. She is generous not only with her time, but with the offer of flowers and homemade cakes, as well as financial contributions. We are so grateful for you, Win! (note: this photo was taken before face masks were mandatory)

19.01.2022 Every Monday we collect cooked chickens from the wonderful Frankston Nandos to use as part of the daily meals we prepare. During these particularly difficult times for many in our community, we are so very grateful. Thank you perri perri much.

18.01.2022 THEODORAS CHEERFUL GIVERS MORWELL BRANCH. WILL BE OPEN TOMORROW IF YOU ARE IN NEED OF A FOOD HAMPER MON 20TH AT 10AM TILL 12PM .WEDNESDAY 10AM TILL 3PM AND FRIDAY 10AM TILL 3PM. WE WILL BE CLOSED MON 27TH AUSTRALIA DAY HOLIDAY. REOPEN USUAL HRS FRIDAY.WEDNESDAY

18.01.2022 Last week we received a call from a lovely lady, Sue, asking if we would like some fresh fruit from her orchid in Somerville. We were so happy to see the beautiful tangelos and big bright lemons. There were even a few interesting shapes - God certainly has a sense of humour! Thank you, Sue. They were very much appreciated! #donation #grateful #OrangesAndLemons

18.01.2022 In acting responsibly to care for our volunteers, customers and guests, we will regretfully be postponing our planned opening on 28 March. We were so looking forward to welcoming you to our new facility and we look forward to holding this celebration when possible.

17.01.2022 Busy preparing food parcels for the many people in need in our community.

16.01.2022 We are so fortunate to receive another much needed grant from the City of Casey for the purchasing of food. We are forever grateful for your ongoing support! Here are some of the meals we have prepared that were delivered to residents in the City of Casey. #meals #vulnerable #bonappetit

16.01.2022 Would like to send the kind lady in Cranbourne for her donation of a few veggies to help us out in our time of need to help other people

14.01.2022 Our heartfelt thanks to the City of Casey for providing us with a community grant for the provision of food relief for Casey residents. These generous funds will go a long way in providing food essentials to those in need in the Casey community. #food #grant #grateful #community

13.01.2022 This is Gina, Founder of Theodoras Cheerful Givers. Thanks to Frankston City Council for recognising our little charity, and the lovely write up about the woman who has made volunteering and giving back part of her every day routine. Winning organisation and recipient of $1000 prize: Theodoras Cheerful Givers Theodoras Cheerful Givers is a food bank organisation which has been running in the Frankston area for 20 years.... The organisation was created by Gina Poulos and has built a reputation for delivering respect, courtesy and love, alongside meals to those in need. As well as being nominated for their incredible contribution to the Citys most vulnerable, the team at Theodoras was commended for adapting to the COVID-19 restrictions. They have ensured their vital work continues, even with fundraising activities put on hold. Gina said demand for food had increased during the pandemic. So many people need food families are living off bread and spread and havent had a decent meal in weeks. This $1000 prize means 1000 people are going to get a meal on the table because we stretch our money, Gina said. When I told our people that Council had given us that money, they were jumping up and down. I got a bit teary. We are so grateful Council chose us. We know there are a lot of people like us out there, helping people. Gina attributed the award to, the wonderful set of people around me, and said although the team didnt do it for the awards, it was nice to share the honour and recognition. They are lovely, happy people and everybody is in harmony. They are doing what they love doing and find joy in giving. Were like one family, united in helping everybody else. Thats what keeps Theodoras going. In everything you do, if youve got your heart in it, you will get blessed. When we go out to give the food, the love goes with us. Gina said she learned generosity as a child. We were very lucky as children; we never went without. We learned from a young age to share what God gave us, appreciate it and most importantly, not to be greedy. My father had a few houses and when people would come to pay the rent, he would go out the back and get a bag of potatoes, carrots or onions for them, Gina said. Now I am blessed with four kids who are also givers; theyre supportive and understand what we do. They encourage me. Full article: https://bit.ly/2GPl3oa

13.01.2022 Foodbank has cancelled the Farms to Families Market on 17 Th Jan due to the fires.

12.01.2022 A big shout out to one of our most long standing volunteers, Steven (pictured left). A jack of all trades, he is always there to tackle any odd job, collect supplies and make an endless number of deliveries. We thank you!

12.01.2022 We are blessed to have the Australian Culinary Federation host a trivia night with all proceeds coming to Theodoras Cheerful Givers. Looks like a lot of fun!

11.01.2022 Thank you, Frankston City Council for honouring the dedication and service to the community of our volunteers. Theodoras Cheerful Givers were thrilled to be recognised at Councils Impact Volunteer of the Year Awards. #volunteer #community #grateful

11.01.2022 Our thanks to Peta Murphy MP Federal Member for Dunkley for awarding us a Dunkley Volunteer Grant. It couldnt have come at a better time while we support the needy in our community with food and essentials.

10.01.2022 Meet Michael, our Operations Manager. He’s an amazing volunteer - starting early and leaving late. His dedication is above and beyond and we would be lost without him. Thank you, Michael. You are a true blessising. #volunteer #grateful #community (photo taken pre COVID-19)

10.01.2022 Just so you can see his handsome face - here are a few sneaky pre-COVID pictures of our dashing volunteer, Peter Poulos. Peter is actually Founder Gina’s husband and has been supporting the charity since day dot. As you can tell, he's also an avid Richmond fan! Thank you, Peter. You are an amazing volunteer and incredible support (and might even be a contender for husband of the year!). #volunteer #handsomeboy #hardwork #gratefulthankfulblessed

10.01.2022 Need to update on the Theodoras Cheerful Givers food bank. We offer deliveries to those that need it unfortunately there will be a cost of $5 per delivery this is not for theodora this is just for the driver to cover for petrol in the car. So please if you are in need of a hamper and help please feel free to call and we will help you. Just call Gina on 0414984783 Thank you for your patience and time

09.01.2022 Congratulations to our Founder Gina Poulos on being award Frankston City Council Senior Citizen of the Year 2020 Award today at the Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony and Citizen Awards.

08.01.2022 This is Gina, Founder of Theodora's Cheerful Givers. Thanks to Frankston City Council for recognising our little charity, and the lovely write up about the woman who has made volunteering and giving back part of her every day routine. Winning organisation and recipient of $1000 prize: Theodora’s Cheerful Givers Theodora’s Cheerful Givers is a food bank organisation which has been running in the Frankston area for 20 years.... The organisation was created by Gina Poulos and has built a reputation for delivering respect, courtesy and love, alongside meals to those in need. As well as being nominated for their incredible contribution to the City’s most vulnerable, the team at Theodora’s was commended for adapting to the COVID-19 restrictions. They have ensured their vital work continues, even with fundraising activities put on hold. Gina said demand for food had increased during the pandemic. So many people need food families are living off bread and spread and haven’t had a decent meal in weeks. This $1000 prize means 1000 people are going to get a meal on the table because we stretch our money, Gina said. When I told our people that Council had given us that money, they were jumping up and down. I got a bit teary. We are so grateful Council chose us. We know there are a lot of people like us out there, helping people. Gina attributed the award to, the wonderful set of people around me, and said although the team didn’t do it for the awards, it was nice to share the honour and recognition. They are lovely, happy people and everybody is in harmony. They are doing what they love doing and find joy in giving. We’re like one family, united in helping everybody else. That’s what keeps Theodora’s going. In everything you do, if you’ve got your heart in it, you will get blessed. When we go out to give the food, the love goes with us. Gina said she learned generosity as a child. We were very lucky as children; we never went without. We learned from a young age to share what God gave us, appreciate it and most importantly, not to be greedy. My father had a few houses and when people would come to pay the rent, he would go out the back and get a bag of potatoes, carrots or onions for them, Gina said. Now I am blessed with four kids who are also givers; they’re supportive and understand what we do. They encourage me. Full article: https://bit.ly/2GPl3oa

07.01.2022 We are so fortunate to have recieved such generous support from the Lord Mayors Charitable Foundation for funds to be used on much needed office equipment. This will assist us in continuing to deliver our services to the most vulnerable in our community. #grateful #philanthropy #charity

06.01.2022 Happy National Volunteer Week to all the amazing volunteers that support our work in helping those who are most vulnerable in our community. #waveforvolunteers #nvw2020 @Volunteering Australia

05.01.2022 HELP WANTED! With overwhelming demand for our services we are going through a lot of these take away containers. In the past we have accepted them back and recycled, however during these COVID times we are not able to do this. So, we are hoping that we can put a request out there for any donations to support the purchase of these meal containers. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support

05.01.2022 A heartfelt thanks to Peter (and his lovely son) from Citracom for donating a brand new Lenovo computer for our office. The computer will help us stay organised, which we desperately needed. We cannot thank you enough for your generosity and assistance in setting it up. God bless you.

04.01.2022 Theodoras cheerful givers is doing home delivery services for anyone that actually needs them there will be a $5 cost for this service its just for the driver so he can pay for petrol in the car can you please put in an envelope or plastic bag to give to your drivers thank you

04.01.2022 This handsome man is Nino. Starting the day at 8am and finishing at 4pm, Nino works in all areas of the foodbank. He could be packaging food parcels, helping in the kitchen, or out and about delivering food. It doesnt matter what needs to be done, there is never any fuss. We are so happy and glad you are with us, Nino. (Note: this photo was taken pre COVID-19) #volunteer #grateful #foodbank #JackOfAllTrade

03.01.2022 Thank you, we are so grateful for your comments.

01.01.2022 Because of the overwhelming need for hampers with have to limit to 1 a fortnight at the moment so that way everyone can get a hamper when they need one. You need a delivery the cost is $5 this is only for the driver so that he can have fuel in the car to make these delivery runs. Once again I would like to thank everyone for their patients and their support during this time.

01.01.2022 Theodores Cheerful Givers food bank is their sausage sizzles today. We are at Dan Murphys Berwick and Mitre 10 Chelsea Heights. We have also started our Easter egg drive so that we can the kids have a great Easter too. Thanks for your patience and support during this time.