Following the recent destruction of homes in northern NSW, Vinnies has confirmed that all monetary donations made in local stores will be directed to the bushfire relief effort.
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"We invite people to donate in any of our Vinnies Shops across north-east and north-west NSW or over the phone on 13 18 12," Jack de Groot, CEO of the St Vincent de Paul Society NSW said.
"While we welcome all donations of good-quality items, giving money is the most effective way to help immediately during the current fires.
"All monetary donations made in our northern NSW stores during the bushfire period will go to those locally affected."
The Rural Fire Service confirmed that 89 homes have been destroyed across the state since the bushfire season began, with Rappville, Drake, Busbys Flat and Tenterfield being particularly affected. Homes were also lost in the Bees Nest fire west of Ebor.
"Our thoughts are with those who have been affected by the fires, especially those who have lost their homes, as well as the families of the couple who tragically lost their lives.
"We're acutely aware that the same people hardest hit by these fires have already been suffering through the drought for months."
In Casino volunteers are on-hand to help on 6662 4674 and at the Vinnies Shop vouchers and links to services are available ...
Vinnies staff in northern NSW are able to offer a shoulder to lean on.