The Poverty In Australia 2018 report shows there are just over three million people (13.2%) living below the relative poverty line, including 739,000 children (17.3% of children)
Carevan is doing its part to make a difference, you can too.
John Brabant
Message From The Founder
Reflecting on our achievements since inception it is fair to say our biggest achievement has being that of social inclusion. It’s not about the meal. It has been the Carevan Vision to encourage “us” and “them” to become “we”, by developing a sense of belonging and a sense of identity in those less fortunate in our community.
With our identifiable Care Van we have raised awareness for the need for poverty reduction and sustainable development in this area. Our Carevan programs are not just reactive but proactive and preventive, and they are owned by our community. The Kids Cooking and Caring program, where Year 9 students are mentored and educated around social awareness and compassion for those living in poverty. Our Sun Smiles program where dental students and oral health students go to primary schools with puppets to teach children how to brush their teeth can change the dental health of a generation of children from lower socio economic environments, and give them a better chance in life to break out of the cycle of poverty.
Thank you again to all who contribute to the Carevan, no matter how big or small, your time and effort are so much appreciated.
Kind regards,
John Brabant.
Supporter Spotlight
Commercial Club Albury
We greatly appreciate the continued support of the Commercial Club Albury who allows us to make our community a healthier, happier, more accepting place to live in.
Supporter Spotlight
Border Markets
Every week Border Markets provides Carevan with most of the vegetables and fruit needed for the Kids Cooking & Caring Program. We thank Border Markets for believing in what we do and allowing our youth to give back.
Supporter Spotlight
Kennedys Meat Wodonga
Many thanks for sponsoring one of Carevan’s Kids Cooking and Caring Schools by the way of meat. We appreciate you seeing the value in what these students are doing every day.
Supporter Spotlight
Rotary Club of Albury
The continued support of the Rotary Club of Albury is amazing. Helping with book fairs, hampers and financial support are just to name a few.
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Rotary Club of Albury West
Many thanks to Rotary Club of Albury West who have enabled us to provide a comfortable and safe vehicle, allowing our teams to go out each night for our evening meal program.
A special thank also goes out to the following organisations that also helped with the running costs of the new vehicle.
- Albury Harness Racing Club
- Albury Wodonga Doll, Bear & Hobby Show inc.
- Lions Club of Lavington