There are not too many businesses out there who make giving back to the community one of their top priorities, but that’s what Whittlesea Bowls Club does.
As well as providing a place for locals to get together for a game of lawn bowls or dine out with loved ones, the club is known for its generosity.
“We recently initiated the Whittlesea Bowls community benefit program aimed at providing assistance to Whittlesea residents, projects and organisations,” manager Bernie Walker says. “For the 2013-14 financial year, we distributed more than $72,000 among 27 different organisations and individuals, including $10,000 for the leasing of the Whittlesea area community care and assistance bus.”
The club also donated an insulin pump to a Whittlesea resident, supported many fundraisers and provided financial assistance to community members with health issues. This was above and beyond its sponsorship of sports and community clubs and buying equipment for them.
Bernie says that for the 2014-15 financial year the club has already distributed more than $18,000.
As well as helping out locals, the club has plenty to offer visitors, including two well-maintained greens, a large bistro open daily from noon to 8.30pm, and two function rooms with free wi-fi available for conferences. Tuesdays are ideal for families as kids’ meals are free, and Wednesdays are pot and parma night, with plenty of different toppings to try. Members benefit even more than usual on Thursdays with a special night featuring plenty of entertainment and prizes to be won. Friday mornings are popular, with free bingo and a cash jackpot to be won. Keno and TAB facilities are also available.
“We’re always on the lookout for new members,” Bernie says.
“And with the warmer weather upon us, social bowls is a great way to catch up with friends.”
Whittlesea Bowls Club, 101 Church Street, Whittlesea. Inquiries: 9716 2234
