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Iceolation Care Packages Program
300 Blankets, in collaboration with The Melbourne Ice Foundation is pleased to launch ICE OLATION Care Packages in response to an increased number of individuals and families facing financial hardship and the suspension of many food programs including our Soul Kitchen. This initiative will enable the broader community the opportunity to purchase a pre-determined Care Package […]
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Message from our Co-Founder – Warren Tu
To our Friends, Volunteers and Supporters, In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, we have made the tough decision to temporarily suspend the operation of Soul Kitchen at both locations and Outreach Program. Following the government and medical advice, this is the most responsible course of action to protect the health and safety of our volunteers […]
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Homelessness Week – SBS News – Radio Feature
We were featured on SBS Radio Melbourne on 10 August 2018 during Homelessness Week, discussing the homelessness environment in Melbourne and what we are doing for individuals and families at risk or experiencing homelessness. The radio interview features Winmas Yu and our Co-Founder – Warren Tu. https://www.sbs.com.au/yourlanguage/cantonese/en/audiotrack/300-blankets-charity-providing-warmth-melbournes-homeless?language=en
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300 Blankets – Soul Kitchen
300 Blankets – Soul Kitchen commenced in 2018 in partnership with Bridge Church at the Braybrook Community Hub. Our aim is to provide nutritious food, address social isolation by developing a positive and safe community and deliver needs based services to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals and families at risk or experiencing homelessness. […]
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3 Wishes
Last week, we caught up with our friend Mary. Mary is an older lady who has been sleeping rough for quite a few years. When we started talking, she excitedly opened up a new packet of Tim Tams and offered it to us. “These are special! They grant you 3 wishes!” she said referring to […]
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Kindness
So far this year, 63 everyday Melbournians have joined us on one of our 17 outreach nights. No night is the same and our night leaders have been blessed to see miracles happen through acts of kindness. However, I am constantly reminded that acts of kindness can come from anyone, and at any time. At […]
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Say Hi
Language and communication is an important aspect of the 300 Blankets Outreach Program and is something that we put a lot of focus into. Our Outreach Program was born not only out of the need for items like food and blankets, but also out of the fundamental human need for companionship and someone to talk […]
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Benalla Residents Gives Generously
On Thursday 7 September the Benalla St Vincent De Paul Outreach Group hosted a winter appeal event at Georgina’s Restaurant in Benalla. As part of their winter appeal, they selected 300 Blankets as a partner and beneficiary of the Benalla community’s charitable endeavours and generosity. 300 Blankets (represented by Peter Royce) was invited to attend […]
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Domestic Violence and Homelessness
Domestic and family abuse is a big issue in Australia. This kind of abuse can include physical violence, sexual assault and other sexually abusive behaviour, economic abuse (creating financial dependence to control another person), as well as emotional and psychological abuse. While both men and women can experience domestic and family abuse, women are far […]
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Homelessness Can Affect Anyone
No two nights of Outreach are the same and tonight was no different. During an evening of meeting a mix of regular and new faces, our Outreach team saw a lady sitting on the corner of a busy city street. The deceptively warm afternoon sun had set and had now left her shivering as she […]
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