Cranbourne West Community Hub held a Biggest Morning Tea with Cranbourne West Secondary College this week, raising more than $2,000 for the Cancer Council.
Cass Tucker, an outreach officer at the school, said the Tuesday event had a turnout of about 120 and raised $2,257.
She said the event served as a great opportunity for disengaged students to reconnect with the school and the community and to develop wider skills that will be helpful in the workforce.
“The community was very happy. We got lots of positive feedback in terms of how the event was run and the engagement of the students, because on Monday, the day before, the students catered for the event,” she said.
“They drafted emails and phone calls to local businesses to get donations for the auction, and that’s where the majority of our donations were able to come from.”
City of Casey Councillors Michelle Crowther and Carolyn Eaves attended the fundraising.
Cr Crowther said it was great to be part of this community fundraiser.
“As a local physiotherapist, I work closely with many individuals affected by cancer,” she said.
“Seeing firsthand the challenges they face has deepened my commitment to supporting those on this journey and to raising essential funds for cancer prevention and early detection.
“Every contribution makes a difference, and I’m proud to stand alongside my community in this cause.”
Cr Eaves said she was honoured to attend this year’s Biggest Morning Tea at the Cranbourne West Community Hub.
“It was wonderful to see our community volunteers working alongside the students from Cranbourne West Secondary College to bring this important fundraising event to life,” she said.
“Sadly, cancer has touched the lives of many of my friends and family, making this cause deeply personal to me.
“This annual event is a chance to come together, share stories over a cuppa and contribute to an essential cause.”
