Sharing the Christmas Spirit with others

In our hearts we think of Christmas time as a great time when we get together with family, share a special meal and relax as the children open their presents.

For some of us though the reality is different and in fact Christmas brings many stresses that increase the pressure on families already stretched by family violence, separation, grief and financial hardship.

Motueka Women’s Support Link have worked with many women in this situation over the past 32 years.

Those of you in our community who have not experienced family violence we ask that you spare a thought for those that are affected daily.

Many women are trapped in their situation by financial, emotional, practical and family reasons. It can be a long and difficult process to disentangle and become free.

For those of you in our community who have the means and the desire, Motueka Women’s Support Link would very much welcome your generosity. We have clients who would greatly benefit from any gift/donations you are willing to contribute.

Supermarket, petrol, pharmacy and Warehouse vouchers are particularly helpful.

If you wish to make a cash donation our bank account number is 03 0693 0132531 00. Please include a first name and phone number so a receipt can be issued to you.

We now have a few regular donors who desire to make their charitable contributions to the local community need, and would love to engage with others thinking the same way.

Motueka Women’s Support Link office in Community House will close 2pm Thursday, 20 December 2019 and reopen Wednesday, 8 January 2020.

The crisis phone line will be staffed by volunteers over the holiday period: 528 8161.