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November After 5 sponsored by Geelong Food Relief
20 November 2024 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FreeGet ready for an inspiring evening at November After 5, sponsored by Geelong Food Relief! Hosted at the Geelong Food Relief Centre – the cornerstone of food security in our region – this is your chance to connect, learn, and make a difference.
With a new era on the horizon (soon to become Geelong Foodshare), discover how this incredible organization is ‘Feeding Social Change’. Hear firsthand about their innovative social supermarkets, empowering individuals with the dignity of choice when accessing food.
This is more than just networking – it’s an opportunity to be part of something transformative. Don’t miss out on this unique experience!
Date: Wednesday, 20 November
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Venue: Geelong Food Relief Centre, 37-41 Morgan St, North Geelong
Discover the crucial role they play in sourcing and distributing nutritious food to over 60 frontline agencies and two social supermarkets, ensuring access for over 20,000 people weekly. Plus, learn how local food suppliers and community members can help support their mission by increasing donations and partnerships.
This is an After 5 event that promises valuable networking, insight into food security issues, and a peek at what’s ahead for Geelong Foodshare.
Enjoy drinks, finger food, and great
company while making valuable connections!
This event is FREE for Chamber members (category limits apply).
Registration is essential, so secure your spot today!
Doors open at 5:30pm for a 6pm start.
About Geelong Food Relief
Geelong Food Relief is the heart of the emergency food system in the Greater Geelong region. They source and collect nutritious food that they share with over 55 frontline charities and two mini-marts to feed people in need.
This year the volume of food they have distributed has increased by 30%. Geelong Food Relief have delivered 1,100 tonnes of food or 2.2 million meals in 2023/24. 60% of their organisational capacity is dedicated to their free bulk distribution service and 40% to operating their two mini-marts.
For individuals to access their mini-mart service they must have a food voucher. Food vouchers are obtained via an assessment process by one of their partnering agencies including but not limited to; The Salvation Army, Uniting Grovedale, Uniting Norlane and St Vincent De Paul Society.
Geelong Food Relief is supported by a dedicated team of 185 volunteers who collectively contribute an average of 750 hours per week. The organisation heavily relies on the support of the community to sustain its vital services.
