United Way Glenelg in Portland, Victoria | Charitable organisation

United Way Glenelg

Locality: Portland, Victoria

Phone: +61 410 513 305

Address: 23-25 Kunura Crescent 3305 Portland, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.unitedwayglenelg.com.au

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25.01.2022 We're excited to be supporting Leadership Great South Coast at our virtual event on Thursday 1 October 2020! Join us to hear their presenter Troy Lovett share his passion on how they're working to honour the achievement and sacrifice made by the Gunditjmara servicemen and women through the application of a large-scale mural on the locally recognised Heywood Water Tower. Find out more and register for the event here: https://www.unitedwayglenelg.com.au/event/live-shark-pitch.../ Watch Troys story here >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlVvpOeoNUs #2020sharkpitch #Gunditjmara #unitedwayglenelg AWA Alliance Bank

25.01.2022 Who doesnt love a good cheeky animal story? Soroush Inghanian shares his families favourite #dollypartonimaginationlibrary book, Slinky Malinki Open the door by Lynley Dodd. Does this story make you laugh? ... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa @Alcoa

25.01.2022 Our #streetlibrary box on Palmer St, located at Portland Primary School is chock-a-block full of books for children. These books are free to take! Check out some of the great titles! Diary of a wimpy kid Weirdo Captain Underpants ... #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium #alcoa Alcoa #portlamd #portlandprimaryschool

25.01.2022 Do you find it hard to share something that means a lot to you? Dion Gallaghers shares his favourite #dollypartonimagination book, Annies chair by Deborah Niland. Does this childrens book make you smile?... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa Alcoa

25.01.2022 How many Little Golden books do you have on your bookshelf? Tiffany Murray shares a memory of being read to as a child and then, in turn, reading to her children a collection of Little Golden books. Tiffanys favourite book from the #dollypartonimaginationlibrary is Leo the Littlest Seahorse by Margaret Wild and Terry Denton.... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa Alcoa

23.01.2022 Has a donation dollar fallen into your change recently? The Royal Australian Mint has just released this beautiful new coin calling it the Donation Dollar. The Donation Dollar has been designed to promote charitable giving in Australia.... "We would prefer 20 million people to give $1 dollar rather than 1 person give 20 million dollars" unknown #donationdollar #royalaustralianmint

23.01.2022 Saturday is a good day to rest and relax, and Mark agrees with me! Mark Crespan shares the #dollypartonimaginationlibrary book, Today we have no plans by Jane Gowin and Anna Walker. A busy week, a slower day. Brings time to dream and time to play."... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa @Alcoa

21.01.2022 Rick Angelino chose the #dollypartonimaginationlibrary book The bunyip of Berkeleys Creek by Jenny Wagner and Ron Brooks because it brings back memories of growing up on a farm. Fantasy, myths and the surreal are all appealing to young readers. For many children (and adults too), escaping reality and hearing about the unusual or fantastical makes life so much more exciting! ... What books make you escape? Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa Alcoa

21.01.2022 Getting our Sunday craft on by decorating a puzzle piece for the Connected Community Project by Glenelg Shire Council "Alone we can do so little; together we can so much." Helen Keller #connectedcommunity #covid19 #covid19impactfund #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway

21.01.2022 INDIGENOUS WAR MEMORIAL MURAL IN HEYWOOD RECEIVES SHARKPITCH FUNDS Troy Lovett was happy to receive a cheque for $16,039 thanks to the generous donation of individuals, families, businesses and charities after pitching to a live virtual audience in early October. The project is currently undergoing community consultation with March 2021 projected as the finish date! ...Continue reading

21.01.2022 Does this childrens book make you smile? We asked some mums, dads, grandpas, nannas, aunts and uncles from Portland Aluminium to share their favourite childrens books with us! Today Richard Kot shares a book that has a couple of his favourite things; drawing and worms. I can draw worms by Will Mabbitt.... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg @Alcoa

21.01.2022 You needn't roar to be heard . . .A powerful book celebrating daydreamers, quiet courage and individuality. "How to be a lion" by Ed Vere has been delivered to children across the Glenelg Shire, just another #dollypartonimaginationlibrary book for children to enjoy! Meet Leonard - a lion like no other. Leonard's best friend is Marianne, a duck. But lions chomp ducks, don't they? And what will the pair do when their way of life is threatened?... #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium #alcoa Alcoa https://youtu.be/mr8_bafjW_M

20.01.2022 Thank you for joining us for 2020 #NaidocWeek Virtual Storytime with Gunditjmara woman, Jess Lovett-Murray who will read the children’s book Tiddalick. The Frog Who Caused a Flood, an adaptation of an aboriginal Dreamtime legend written by Robert Roennfeldt. Supported by Winda-Mara, Portland Aluminium & United Way Glenelg. #alwayswasalwayswillbe #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium Alcoa

20.01.2022 We're thrilled to be supporting Rotary Club of Portland at our virtual event on Thursday 1 October! Join us to hear, their presenter Mandy McErvale share the dream of her late husband, Paul realise his dream to provide programs that support the patient, their carer and the family. Random acts of kindness and YMCA & Snap Fitness Wellness programs provide a welcome respite from endless medical appointments and chemotherapy sessions for residents of Glenelg Shire. Find out more... and register for the event here: https://www.unitedwayglenelg.com.au/event/live-shark-pitch/ Watch Mandys story here >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8kyvY9GsvLs&t=13s #2020SharkPitch #unitedway #unitedwayglenelg AWA Alliance Bank BeatsCycle ForHope

20.01.2022 A massive shout out to our #dollypartonimaginationlibrary ambassador Harrison Craig who generously shared his vocal talents by performing an incredible rendition of Unchained Melody with John Foreman and the Aussie Pops Orchestra. Who can remember when Harrison sang for us here in Portland at our Administrative Professional Breakfast?

19.01.2022 When you choose to donate to United Way Glenelg you are supporting your family, neighbours, friends and a community where everyone has access to opportunities, and the support they need to thrive. #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway

19.01.2022 Tonight 4 corners will focus on the challenges and possibilities gained from the pandemic for the Class of 2020! Our young people have gained incredible strength and resilience over the last 8 months making them even stronger for what lies ahead of them If you want to leave a positive message for our Year 12 students, click on the this link https://www.facebook.com/45924330916/posts/10158751663905917/

18.01.2022 Our gift to graduating Year 12 students continues as these cupcakes make their way to Bayview College this afternoon in preparation for their Valedictory dinner. In 2020 our young people have gained unique skills and strengths, preparing them for a very bright future. Again, local cookie and cupcake baker Lejovi has done a top job on delivering an amazing product ... This project is supported by the United Way Glenelg COVID-19 IMPACT Fund. #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #cutecupcakes

18.01.2022 KYEEMA SUPPORT SERVICES MY PLACE PORTLAND Harley proudly accepting a cheque for $20,475 on behalf of all those living with a disability in the Portland community with aspirations of one day living in a purpose-built house. Funds raised from United Way Glenelg SharkPitch event will be used for development of an outdoor space for the proposed independent living homes. Remember there are other ways you can support these organisations beyond funding including pro-bono and in-...kind support. Here’s how! Kyeema Support Services 1. Timber for the gazebo 2. A BBQ 3. Materials and labour for the gazebo roof HARLEY AND JULIE SAY THANKS On behalf of Kyeema Support Services, Portland., pitcher Harley Doedee and CEO Julie Amor thank you for your kind donation towards the gathering space for our new disability housing development in Portland. We are very grateful for your generosity. We went into Shark Pitch hoping to cover the cost of a gazebo and BBQ but we can now do more than that! We are delighted to say that our vision has extended to creating a large area of the garden that the future residents will share. Kyeema Support Services, Portland. Facebook page will keep the community updated when the project gets underway in 2021. United Way Glenelg SharkPitch event enabled three organisations to share their journey in our community, encouraging an audience to dig deep and give. This event would not have occurred without the generous support of our partners AWA Alliance Bank and Powerhouse Productions.

17.01.2022 Do you want your children to love books as much as we do? One of our most ardent supporters of the #dollypartonimaginationlibrary is Suzanne Guerin, Certified Practising Speech Pathologist at Portland District Health Suzanne shares her 4 top tips to use when reading to your little one.... Remember to start reading as soon as they're born! Because we know that the brain undergoes an amazing period of development from birth to three years. #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium #alcoa #readaloud

17.01.2022 COMMUNITY RECOGNISES TOUGH YEAR FOR CLASS OF 2020 Close to 200 boxes of cookies will be delivered to Year 12 students across the Glenelg Shire community in the coming week as a small gesture to acknowledge the resilience and strength gained from such a challenging year. What would normally be a year of emerging adulthood rituals including celebrating turning 18, obtaining a driver’s licence and celebrating graduation with friends has been impacted by what can only be descri...bed as a one-in-a-lifetime pandemic. United Way Glenelg is working with local cookie business Lejovi in conjunction with Principal of Bayview College Dr Michelle Kearney to create a box of bespoke cookies, each containing an inspirational quote for students to draw strength from, such as Absorb the colour of life, Your path is yours and Oh the places you’ll go. Though most of us can identify with the frustration due to current COVID-19 restrictions, few of us understand what it’s like to be deprived of what should have been some of the most important moments of Year 12, said Nicole Carr Executive Officer United Way Glenelg. While we cannot make it right, we can still celebrate the Class of 2020 and let the students know that as a community we are supporting their incredible efforts. Our community often finds ways to take care of one another in difficult circumstances. We’re seeing that now more than ever, in ways too numerous to list. In the coming weeks, it will be important to continue to support the students as they finalise assignments and exams, concluded Ms Carr. School principals have witnessed incredible examples of perseverance and determination from the students and thrilled to have them recognised by the community. Principal Dr Michelle Kearny said the class of 2020 are resilient people of hope buoyed by the incredible support and encouragement of their dedicated teachers. I am confident that these young people will in turn create a positive change in the community and their chosen fields of endeavour. Meridith Walker, Principal at Casterton Secondary College said the staff have watched, with pride, as their Year 12 students grow from tentative Year 7 students to the confident, resilient, courageous young adults they are today. We congratulate them for the strength that they have shown throughout a very challenging 2020 and wish them all the best in the coming years. United Way Glenelg is also inviting community members to leave a positive message of support for Year 12 students on a pinned post on their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/unitedwayglenelg This initiative is funded by United Way Glenelg COVID-19 Impact Fund. If you would like to donate please go to https://www.givenow.com.au/uwg_covid19_impact_fund Photo: Portland Secondary College students receiving their cookies- Zoe Packwood, Noah Tyrrell, Tyler Meade, Rozetta Punton & Dana Mueller.

17.01.2022 SINGING PROGRAM EXTENDED TO REDUCE SOCIAL ISOLATION FOR OLDER MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY Funding for the Singing Strong program has been extended until the end of the year, enabling residents at Aged Care Facilities to participate in and connect to the community through song. When the pandemic struck, the program was adapted to be Covid-safe with local musician, Jess Cook, moving the delivery of the program from face-to-face at Harbourside Lodge to live-streaming from her lou...nge room. This also provides an opportunity to extend the program to a broader audience with residents from other aged care facilities joining in to hear Jess sing. Songs are selected for their sing-along value, offering a trip down memory lane for many of the residents, who join in by either singing, playing an instrument or merely tapping their toes. United Way Glenelg Executive Officer, Nicole Carr, said it was great to see technology being used to provide people in aged care with a sense of connection to others. With limited social activities on offer for those living in aged care, the risk of social isolation and disengagement is a real concern. The pandemic emphasises the importance of using technology to provide connectedness and enrichment in aged care settings. One family who has greatly appreciated Jess’s singing is Jenny King, her mum, Marge Wilson, was a resident at Harbourside Lodge and recently passed away. You were the highlight of my Mum’s week. You gave her time-out from her dementia problems and she adored you. Every time I hear you sing it brings tears, but they are happy tears as you made such a difference to Mum. Her last few months weren’t good, but singing with you made her so happy. The Singing Strong program is an innovative speech therapy program introduced to Harbourside Lodge residents in 2019, aimed at residents who are living with Parkinson's Disease, post-stroke affectations, mild dementia, or for those who have issues with voice, speech or breathing. Singing Strong, held virtually every Tuesday from 2.00 pm via the Singing Strong Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Singing-Strong-109245644060265

17.01.2022 This week is foster care week. #dollypartonimagiantionlibrary books are selected for their subtle themes that provide families and caregivers the opportunity to talk to children about situations that may impact on them or their family. The other brother by Penny Joye and Heidi Cooper Smith is a beautiful story with subtle hints towards fostering and adoption. The struggles of a new child settling into the foster family and another child coming to accept the changes that are o...ccurring. More information on foster care can be found here https://www.shareyourcare.net.au/ #imaginationlibrary #unitedway #unitedwayglenelg #portlandaluminium #alcoa #shareyourcare

16.01.2022 LEAVE A MESSAGE OF SUPPORT FOR OUR YEAR 12 STUDENTS As our young people head into exams, finalise assignments and graduate from Year 12 we’re asking you to leave a positive message to acknowledge the unique skills and strengths the students have acquired in 2020, preparing them for a bright future. Portland Secondary College Bayview College Heywood & District Secondary College Casterton Secondary College South West TAFE Portland Bay School... Let's show them our support. Leave your message below (Your messages will be compiled and presented to Year 12 students at their graduation)

15.01.2022 September is save the koala month! Cuddle up this afternoon and read Koala Lou from our #dollypartonimaginationlibrary collection. Have fun reading this gorgeous Aussie classic with your little ones and make a donation to the Australian Koala Foundation... #savethekoala #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway Alcoa

15.01.2022 Resilience is important for childrens mental health. It gives them the ability to bounce back when things go wrong. So much of the way in which children act is from what they see or know about how to behave. This #dollypartonimaginationlibrary book is a great way to start having conversations with how your little one feels or the way they play or interact with others.... Stanley Paste, struggles with feeling different. Along the way, Stanley starts to accept himself and for who he is. Look through the pictures. You might ask your little one What do you think might happen in this story? or How do you think he is feeling in this picture? These questions will start to build your little one's understanding of self-esteem and self-worth. Click on the link to watch Mrs French read Stanley Paste aloud https://youtu.be/Qk-AVpgjpVQ #ruok #ruokday #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium #portlandaluminium #readaloud Alcoa #aaronblabey

15.01.2022 Charlie and Lola, a brother and sister tram discover being sustainable in this lovely story. Charlie helps Loa look after the planet better after wasting lots and lots. A beautiful book full of ideas! This #dollypartonimagiantionlibrary book will reach the hands of our little ones during September! ... #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium #alcoa @alcoa

15.01.2022 Hip hip hooray ... We continue to celebrate the delivery of FREE books to children in the Glenelg Shire community! In September we are mailing 331 #dollypartonimaginationlibrary books into the hands of children. ... For just $9 a month, you can give the gift of reading to more children in the Glenelg Shire community https://www.givenow.com.au/uwgimaginationlibrary #unitedway #unitedwayglenelg #portlandaluminium #alcoa Alcoa

15.01.2022 Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, United Way Glenelg has worked with over 30 local organisations and funded over 20 programs to help our community move through these unprecedented times with the spirit and care that can only be achieved when we act locally. When you donate to United Way Glenelg you are helping people right here in the Glenelg Shire! Our Community wins when we support local. #LocalLove #BetterTogther #CommunityWins

14.01.2022 So many reasons to love Dolly Parton and here is one more #dollypartonimagiantionlibrary

14.01.2022 HOPE PACKAGES GO OUT TO CASTERTON RESIDENTS United Way Glenelg has given 20 HOPE packages to families in Casterton, funded by their COVID-19 Impact Fund. The packages were sent to families needing a helping hand during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each family received a base package which included a $40 FoodWorks voucher, essential pantry items, toiletries, fruit and vegetables, simple recipe cards and health resource information. ... The packages received by the Casterton families were also customised to the specific needs of each family, taking into consideration the number of children and age of children in the family. The families were identified through the Casterton Memorial Hospital, with input from the principals and wellbeing teams at Casterton Secondary College, Sacred Heart Primary School, Casterton, Casterton Primary School and the Kathleen Millikan Centre. Paula Layley-Doyle, Community Health Nurse from Casterton Memorial Hospital said the families were chosen to receive the packages for multiple reasons. We included single-parent families, children with autism, single-income families, low socio-economic families and families who were geographically and socially isolated. Multiple community organisations were generous in donating to the packages, including Paint Casterton REaD, Casterton Primary School, Casterton Memorial Hospital and Hands Up Casterton, concluded Ms Layley-Doyle. Many recipients of the HOPE packages have provided feedback, with one recipient, who at the time had a 4-day old baby stated ‘No one has ever been this kind to me. These baby things are just what we needed’. While other recipients phoned the hospital to thank them for the items they received. United Way Glenelg Executive Officer, Nicole Carr, said that working with community organisations was important in understanding the needs of the Casterton community. ‘Partnering with organisations who have a greater understanding of the needs of their community is important in being able to reach those who need to support the most.’ ‘These packages are addressing the invisible problems and consequences of COVID-19,’ Ms Carr said. Assistant Principal of Casterton Secondary College, John Webb, thanked the community organisations involved, as well as United Way. ‘On behalf of Casterton Secondary College and the recipient of the HOPE packages, I would like to thank the Casterton Memorial Hospital, Community Health and United Way for the generosity and kindness in making these packages available.’ This project is supported by the United Way Glenelg COVID-19 IMPACT Fund. If you would like to donate please head to https://www.givenow.com.au/uwg_covid19_impact_fund Photo: Mamta Rani and her beautiful six-week-old baby girl, Redika.

13.01.2022 Sue Thomass grandson, Hunters adores this #dollypartonimaginationlibrary book! The Terrible Plop by Ursula Dubosarsky and Andrew Joyner is a cracker! Books like this one can spark a little one's imagination, important for development. Were charmed by the wonderful zany energy of the illustrations and the rollicking rhyming story, as is Hunter!... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa #unitedway Alcoa

12.01.2022 Doesnt the colours on the front cover of this #dollypartonimagination book shine bright! Ash Burton shares this book of cheeky Peppa Pig and her brother George who cant help but roll in the mud, and who can blame them? The biggest muddy puddle is a book loved in so many homes. Is it a favourite in yours? ... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa Alcoa

12.01.2022 This morning we send all our collective best wishes to Year 12 students in the Glenelg Shire preparing to sit the English exams today Your efforts this year will hold you in good stead for the future. https://www.facebook.com/45924330916/posts/10158751663905917/

11.01.2022 Narelle Burns loves reading to her children and one of their favourite to read together is the #dollypartonimagbination book is Animalia by Graeme Base. Is there a book you like to share with children? Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books.... #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #alcoa @Alcoa

11.01.2022 Only two more days left of our coffee shouts. Weve enjoyed the ride and hope you have too! In fact, so much so, were going to give away another 10 coffees tomorrow on top of our normal 10! Yep thats 20 coffees for Friday! In the meantime, these 10 essential workers enjoy your coffee! Kasey Scott - Kyeema Support Services... Joda N Dave Anson - Amcal Portland Katherine Hocking - Kevin Paisley Karina Rundell Portland District Health Kerrin Jennings - Portland Family Practice Isobella Catton Disability worker Patricia Nunan Portland Secondary College Christine Hart Portland Secondary College Bec Siemon- Heywood Rural Health Shannon Ross Bayview College Pop into the participating cafes: Bahloo in Portland, Heywood Bakery in Heywood and Herbert's Bakery in Casterton to collect your coffee (or substitute drink). Coffee can be enjoyed any time before Sunday 13 September 2020. Only one coffee per person. ID must be presented to the participating café for confirmation of name. This project is supported by the United Way Glenelg COVID-19 IMPACT Fund. #300coffeesfor300essentialworkers #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway

11.01.2022 Reach out to family, friends and neighbours today by completing a small act of kindness in honour of #worldkindnessday2020 Your act could include *opening a door to a stranger *send a "hello" to a friend you haven't spoken to in a while ... *Talk to a neighbour *cook someone a meal *put a "you are beautiful" sticky note on a bathroom mirror *put your phone away and spend time with somebody *wrap a copy of your favourite book and leave it in a public space, with a note to enjoy it #ActsofLocaLove #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #worldkindnessday #randomacts #RandomActsofKindness

11.01.2022 Community notice// Looking for great school holiday activities for your tween? Look no further. 4 great activities from the Satellite Foundation focusing on music, art and songwriting!... Click here to register https://form.jotform.com/202310386004844

10.01.2022 We were delighted to deliver these wonderful #CBCA2020 shortlisted books to Lilyrose at Portland North Primary School 3305 this afternoon. Lilyrose completed the winning interpretation of an image from a page in a book! well done Lilyrose!

09.01.2022 GOING BLUE FOR UNITED WAY GLENELG - Friday 25 September 2020 Keep our community healthy, educated and financially stable. This year were doing our Wear Blue campaign a little bit different. With so many of us working from home, wearing blue might only be appreciated by our dog! So you can still show your support of United Way Glenelg by donating as an individual or business here and then add the Going Blue facebook frame to your profile pic ... www.facebook.com/profilepicframes/?selected_overlay_id=797376377689138

09.01.2022 Each year on #GivingTuesday, nonprofit organisations rally their supporters for a day to maximise their collective impact and transform lives in our communities. Following the retail events of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday provides an opportunity for people around the world to support what matters most to them and to encourage others in their social networks to give as well. Why Support United Way Glenelg? United, to work together to advocate for and promote... education, financial stability, and health for the people in the Glenelg Shire through the allocation of resources. You can join us in our vision of creating a community where everyone has access to opportunities, and the support they need to thrive. Through our collective impact, even a small donation can make a big difference in the lives of nearly 5,000 people directly impacted by United Way Glenelg every year. You can support our work in 3 ways. Community Fund Dolly Parton Imagination Library Covid-19 Impact Fund Go to https://www.givenow.com.au/organisation/public/1110 donate and know that 100% of your donation supports the Glenelg Shire community.

09.01.2022 Transparency is important to us at United Way Glenelg and we know it's important to you too. Do you have questions about our work? Comment below or DM us, and we'll do our best to answer them. #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway

09.01.2022 Have you ever had a book that has taken you to another place where anything is possible? David Hein shares a book from one of his favourite authors Paul Jennings from the #dollypartonimaginationlibrary Do you have a favourite memory from a childrens book?... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa @Alcoa

09.01.2022 2020 NAIDOC WEEK VIRTUAL STORYTIME with JESS LOVETT-MURRAY Aboriginal and Torres Strait Naidoc celebrations begin this week and Winda-Mara together with United Way Glenelg have teamed up to honour the tradition and mark the occasion with virtual storytime. Join us as Gunditjmara woman, Jess Lovett-Murray reads the children’s book Tiddalick. The Frog Who Caused a Flood, an adaptation of an aboriginal Dreamtime legend written by Robert Roennfeldt on ... Thursday 1 2 November at 10.30am on United Way Glenelg Facebook and our Youtube channel. This virtual event combines two of our favourite things: Literacy and culture! United Way Glenelg Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/unitedwayglenelg United Way Glenelg YouTub Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCCx5Gsv2mYhg1EzwoPG9GKQ #naidoc2020 #alwayswasalwayswillbe #unitedwayglenelg #dollypartonimaginationlibrary #portlandaluminium #Alcoa Alcoa Supported by Winda Mara, Portland Aluminium & United Way Glenelg

08.01.2022 My Uncle's Donkey by Tohby Riddle has reached the hands and hearts of children in the Glenelg Shire through the #dollypartonimaginationlibrary. This funny little story is about a silly situation. Enjoy the giggles and imagining all the things that could happen with a donkey in the house! #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium #alcoa Alcoa

08.01.2022 How often do you read to your child? Every night, Matt Benbow bonds with his son by reading him his favourite #dollypartonimaginationlibrary book, A forest by Marc Martin. Who else loves this book? ... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa Alcoa

07.01.2022 Whether our fondest memories are from reading or being read to, we all have that special children's book that makes us smile just upon seeing the cover. We asked some mums, dads, grandpas, nannas, aunts and uncles from Portland Aluminium to share their favourite childrens books with us! Leigh Punton shares the #dollypartonimaginationlibrary book that makes her smile, Slinky Malinki Open the door by Lynley Dodd.... Are you a fan of the Slinky Malinki series? Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa @Alcoa

07.01.2022 My granddad says there are two types of days: those you want to remember and those you want to forget ... Join United Way Glenelg President, Marg Wagner as she reads the book "Lest we forget" by Kerry Brown. "Grandad says out of all the days in a year, there are two that are very important. April 25 and November 11. He says they are the days that make the country standstill. And they are the days that make him sad."... Lest we forget. #remembranceday #unitedwayglenelg #Alcoa Alcoa Powerhouse Productions

07.01.2022 COVID-19 STUDENT EDUCATION SUPPORT FUND ESTABLISHED As part of United Way Glenelg's ongoing commitment to support students through these challenging times, we have established the COVID-19 Student Education Support Fund. This fund provides support to students experiencing financial hardship as a result of the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The fund will provide a small financial contribution to students struggling to meet the cost of their booklists. ... This one-off grant of $100 is only available to students who meet the following criteria: Student enrolled to attend school in 2021. Student is living in the Glenelg Shire. Student has ongoing financial hardship as a result of the impacts of COVID-19, such as a loss of income, reduction of working hours, social isolation, medical issues. Applications close Friday 4 December 2020 and must come from the school. Principals and welfare co-ordinators will apply on the student's behalf. This project is supported by the United Way Glenelg COVID-19 IMPACT Fund. Please contact Executive Officer Nicole Carr on 0410 513 305 or [email protected] if you have questions, concerns regarding any aspects of the Student Education Support Fund. #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway

06.01.2022 Thank you for joining us for 2020 #NaidocWeek Virtual Storytime with Gunditjmara woman, Jess Lovett-Murray who will read the children’s book Tiddalick. The Frog Who Caused a Flood, an adaptation of an aboriginal Dreamtime legend written by Robert Roennfeldt. Supported by Winda Mara, Portland Aluminium & United Way Glenelg. #alwayswasalwayswillbe #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium Alcoa

05.01.2022 Do you know where the green sheep is? Today, Jodie Gould shares her nephew's favourite #dollypartonimaginationlibrary book, Where is the green sheep? by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek. Is this children's book memorable for you?... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa @Alcoa

05.01.2022 How is United Way Glenelg supporting the community during COVID-19? By partnering with individuals, businesses, service clubs, health organisations who share the same vision as us by providing the resources, opportunities and support for some of our most vulnerable community members. Join us to make a difference. Dnnate to United Way Glenelg https://www.unitedwayglenelg.com.au/get-involved/give/ #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway

05.01.2022 BEATS CYCLE FOR HOPE TO SUPPORT MORE CANCER PATIENTS, THEIR CARERS AND FAMILIES You couldn’t wipe the smiles off these faces! Erin Barker from Rotary Club of Portland Inc., JoAnna Pitts from Portland District Health, Mandy McErvale and Frank Farnsworth from Rotary Club of Portland Inc. holding a cheque for $17,220 to support cancer patients and carers throughout the Glenelg Shire. Mandy and JoAnna pitched their story to a live virtual audience encouraging the community to g...et behind their cause and donate a little from their pockets! And they did! Remember there are other ways you can support Beats Cycle for Hope beyond funding including pro-bono and in-kind support. Here’s how! 1. Donations for our Trivia night when restrictions lift..... from coffee vouchers, car service to joy flight. 2. Website & social media support/management. 3. 1 or 2 nights accommodation for family respite. MANDY SAYS "THANK YOU" BeatsCycle ForHope would like to sincerely THANK YOU for your kind donations, we are touched by your generosity & truly appreciate it. We will continue to support the Glenelg Shire families going through cancer with our Random Acts of kindness $200 gift cards, Gym health & wellness programs & Palliative care support. We can now also offer additional support to the families that need something extra... to make their hearts smile & show them their community cares. This might help with medical bills or a boost for the carers and their families. Thank you for making BCFH dream a reality. United Way Glenelg SharkPitch event enabled three organisations to share their journey in our community, encouraging an audience to dig deep and give. This event would not have occurred without the generous support of our partners AWA Alliance Bank and Powerhouse Productions.

05.01.2022 Who is making a difference in our community during COVID-19? Havent thought about it? Look around; it is our essential workers who are diligently working every day! To you, we say THANK YOU. Today concludes our coffee shouts. We hope our Help us say thank you campaign has put a smile on your face and made your day a little sunnier! We love reading all the nominations, in fact, we received over 400 of them! Thank you so much for showing momentous acts of local love! Yeste...rday we promised to deliver an extra 10 coffees (yep on top of our regular 10) and we're delivering! So to our final 20 recipients, go and grab yourself a FREE coffee! Oh and weve extended to date to Sunday 20 September for you to collect your coffee! Kiana Foroughi Amcal Chemist Jamie Boyer Bryden Tyres Steve Crossley - Portland Bay School Susan Paterson Portland District Health Allison Duffy Disability worker Damian King Portland North Primary School Jessica McNamara - Goodstart Early Learning Centre Denise Anderson Goodstart Early Learning Centre Michelle Simons - Cycling without Age. Ebony Braune - Narrawong Primary school Hannah Finnegan - Narrawong Primary School Rosie Collins Music Glenelg Nicole Maree Evans Music Glenelg Jess Cook Music Glenelg Brian Healy Music Glenelg Trish Thompson Music Glenelg Janelle Mcdowell - MG trading Heywood Janine Johnstone Glenelg Shire Council Jack Samson Bayview College Jodi Parker - Elsa McLeod Kindergarten A massive thank you to our participating cafes. We ask you to support all our local businesses. We have close to 2,000 of them in the Glenelg Shire and they employee many members of our family, friends and neighbours. Pop into the participating cafes: Bahloo in Portland, Heywood Bakery in Heywood and Herbert's Bakery in Casterton to collect your coffee (or substitute drink). Coffee can be enjoyed any time before Sunday 20 September 2020. Only one coffee per person. ID must be presented to the participating café for confirmation of name. This project is supported by the United Way Glenelg COVID-19 IMPACT Fund. #300coffeesfor300essentialworkers #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway

04.01.2022 A delightful way for children in our community to show kindness to our older friends. #kindness #unitedway #unitedwayglenelg

04.01.2022 This November, "Eric finds a way" by Robert Vescio and Ann-Marie Finn will find its way into the homes of children living in the Glenelg Shire community through the #dollypartonimaginationlibrary. Eric loves to read. He has a towering bookshelf brimming with stories of strange and wonderful worlds. But ... If only there were a way to actually get to these magical places. He just can't seem to find the right words and his drawings never look quite right-not like his books... at all! How will Eric find a way? A humorous and unique story about finding your own way to be creative. #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium #alcoa #Alcoa https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-o_u4DB8S14

04.01.2022 Sometimes we don't fit and it can be hard to find our place in the world where we can be accepted for being unique. #dollypartonimaginationlibrary book "Spider Iggy" by Aleesha Darlington and Sarah Jane Hinder takes us to a cold grey city where Iggy sets out to find adventure and a place he can finally fit in. This book is great for teaching our little ones social behaviours such as courage, acceptance and ... kindness all crucial aspects of a child’s mental development. This book is going out to children aged between 2-3 years during October in the Glenelg Shire community. #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium #alcoa Alcoa

03.01.2022 FACE MASKS MADE AVAILABLE FOR VULNERABLE COMMUNITY MEMBERS United Way Glenelg has distributed 4,000 single-use face masks to local health services and not for profits in the Glenelg Shire. Masks have been made available free to vulnerable residents who are at the greatest risk of infection.... Portland District Health Nurse Unit Manager of Palliative Care JoAnna Spurge, who has taken delivery of 1,000 masks said they would be valuable, particularly for palliative care patients and District Nursing Service patients, their carers and families. "It is reassuring that our patients and their immediate caregivers are not compromising their protection and have the luxury of replacing their single-use facemasks regularly." Face masks are still mandated in Victoria and it is anticipated we will be wearing them through to at least the end of the year. If worn correctly and provided hands have been sanitised before placing on the face they can provide an additional barrier to lower the risk of transmission. United Way Glenelg Executive Officer Nicole Carr delivered the masks across the shire last week and they have been well-received. "While the shortage of facemasks has eased in Victoria they are still relatively expensive to buy. Access to free masks can ease the financial burden for vulnerable people." Masks have been made available to the following health services; Winda-Mara Dhauwurd Wurrung Elderly & Community Health Service Inc. Portland District Health Heywood Rural Health Dartmoor Bush Nursing Centre The Salvation Army Portland Casterton Memorial Hospital St. Vincent de Paul Casterton and Kyeema Support Services, Portland. Some single-use facemasks have also been made available for free to community members who may require them. They are available by contacting United Way Glenelg on 0410 513 305. This project is supported by the United Way Glenelg COVID-19 Impact Fund with masks provided by B-Colors and advice from Brewster Walsh and Associates Portland. #unitedway #unitedwayglenelg #facemasks

02.01.2022 Mulga Bills Bicycle. Doesnt this front cover make you smile? And those illustrations! Matt Zeunert shares this absolute Aussie classic story, written in the form of a ballad by Banjo Patterson. Great for independent readers! This book is an essential part of Australian culture. ... Portland Aluminium continues its partnership with United Way Glenelg for an 8th consecutive year, together delivering over 30,000 books. #dollypartonimagationlibrary #portlandaluminium #unitedwayglenelg #alcoa Alcoa

01.01.2022 A forest by Marc Martin puts the themes of deforestation and city building into a simple story that children can understand and reflect upon. This #dollypartonimagiantionlibrary is a great book to teach little ones about world issues. Heading into the hearts and hands of children across the Glenelg Shire during November.... #unitedwayglenelg #unitedway #portlandaluminium #alcoa @alcoa

01.01.2022 Were delighted to be supporting Kyeema Support Services, Portland. at our virtual event on Thursday 1 October! Join us to hear presenter Harley Doedee share the simple idea that everyone has the right to live their life independently in a house that is set up for their purpose. For those living with a disability that is not always the case. Harley sets out to raise funds to begin the journey of building not one but two houses! Find out more and register for the event here:... https://www.unitedwayglenelg.com.au/event/live-shark-pitch/ Watch Harleys story here >> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZrXQm9UJo0 #unitedway #unitedwayglenelg #2020sharkpitch AWA Alliance Bank

01.01.2022 Let's give it up for our essential workers! Weve shouted over 300 coffees throughout the Glenelg Shire to show appreciation for essential workers ongoing hard work through the last six weeks during level 3 restrictions. Thank you to all the nominators and nominees, while a small gesture it had a huge impact on the spirit of our community. You still have until Sunday 20 September to collect your coffee (or substitute drink). ...Continue reading