Broadmeadows families in crisis now have access to a safe and reliable vehicle, thanks to Western District Lodges and the Freemasons Foundation Victoria.
The Freemasons donated the car to Banksia Gardens Community Services to use to transport clients, particularly families in need or in crisis, as well as the child protection and youth justice team.
Banskia Gardens marketing and commuications co-ordinator Olive Mavromati Bourke said having the car has been “transformational” for Banksia Gardens.
“People in crisis need kindness and support so having a safe vehicle has been essential,” Olive said.
The Freemasons were introduced to Banksia Gardens in 2020 by the late Father Bob McGuire.
Since then, members have helped to fund the centre’s food pantry and after-school program, and have supported the food relief program which feeds about 200 families each week as well as the Broady Bikes social enterprise which specialises in bike repair and restoration and associated vocational training.
