Windfall for Vinnies

Naracoorte centre $12,000 facility upgrade

Member for Barker Tony Pasin has congratulated St Vincent De Paul Naracoorte on their successful application to Round 8 of the Stronger Communities Program.

Vinnies has received $12,000 through the Federal Government Program to purchase new carpet to complete the upgrade at the Smith St Family Centre.

The building has been in use since 1986, offering second hand goods, financial and physical support for those in need in and around Naracoorte.

Mr Pasin said he was pleased that, as a non-for-profit organisation, Naracoorte Vinnies could take advantage of the highly successful funding program to the benefit the 24 volunteers and their clients.

“The former Coalition Government focused heavily on local capacity building by targeting funding to grassroots community organisations like the Naracoorte Vinnies, enabling them to improve facilities because well- equipped organisations contribute to stronger communities,” Mr Pasin said. “Vinnies plays an important role in the local community. It’s vital that the organisation receives the support needed to ensure they remain an important part of the community for generations to come,” Mr Pasin said.

FEDERAL WINDFALL: Member for Barker Tony Pasin (centre) with Vinnies Naracoorte volunteers Garry Jolly, Bill Lawrie, Margie Gerritsen & Karel Gerritsen at the cheque handover