Helena Abdou
Isla has been named Doreen Fire Brigade’s honorary member and the face of this year’s Good Friday Appeal.
She met with brigade members for a tour of the fire station whilst being decked out in the uniform as well as having a go at using the hose.
The eight-year-old is in remission after spending years being treated for acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.
After her busy day at the fire station, Isla said to her mother, “I need to come back here every weekend so I can take care of business.”
Doreen, along with Epping CFA, will be collecting donations this year at the intersection of Cooper and High Streets in Epping.
They’ve set themselves a target of $20,000.
Good Friday Appeal Executive Director Rebecca Cowan said they’re extremely grateful to the CFA for their ongoing support.
“So many of our CFA fundraisers have a personal connection to The Royal Children’s Hospital, making the partnership even more significant. We’re grateful to the CFA for all their hard work and support and are incredibly thankful to every Victorian who donates to their local CFA,” Ms Cowan said.
The 2022 Good Friday Appeal will be held on Friday April 15.
