A Little Ray of Giving 2024

Ray White Maroochydore is excited to bring back our annual Christmas charity event, A Little Ray of Giving!

Once again we are partnering with Wishlist Sunshine Coast, known for their significant support to families and individuals in need, particularly during the festive season.

While many of us eagerly anticipate the joy and warmth that Christmas brings, it’s important to remember that not everyone is fortunate enough to experience the same festive cheer. As part of our ongoing efforts to spread love and compassion, we are organising a special gift drive for Wishlist this Christmas. Our goal is to bring smiles to the faces of those who may find the holiday season challenging due to challenging health circumstances.

This is where you come in! We are reaching out to our wonderful community to kindly contribute and make a difference in the lives of those in need. Your generosity can truly brighten someone’s Christmas and make it a memorable and special time for them.

We invite everyone to join us by donating unwrapped gifts at our office from the 8th November until the 12th of December.

Here’s how you can help:

1. Donate a gift: Consider donating a new, unwrapped gift suitable for all ages before December 12. Wishlist does receive many toys for young children, but teenagers and the elderly often miss out. Here are some ideas:

• Gift vouchers (eg: Event Cinemas, Rebel Sport, JB Hi Fi, Sunshine Plaza, Coles, Woolworths or Bunnings)
• Clothing and hats
• Skincare or haircare products – hair dryers or hair straighteners, makeup, toiletries
• Sporting activities – balls, fishing rods, cricket sets, beach toys
• Items from surf shops, remote control items, fishing gear, scooters, sensory items like fidget spinners, weighted toys, arts and crafts, handheld games, earbuds and electronics.
• Gifts for seniors (eg: crossword or puzzle books, food hampers, toiletries, moisturisers, soaps etc)
• Arts and Craft (paint by numbers is particularly popular!)
• Baby toys – newborn to 12 months.
• Food hampers and pet food

2. Monetary contributions: If you’re short on time, a monetary donation is a meaningful way to make a difference. By ‘paying it forward’, you can cover a night’s stay at a Wishlist hospital accommodation facility for a family facing a health crisis. A donation of $90 to wishlist.org.au can offer a night’s rest and relief for a family facing tough times this Christmas.
3. 3. Spread the word: Share this initiative with friends, family, and colleagues. The more people involved, the greater the impact we can make together.

Let’s make this holiday season a little brighter for those facing a tough time. Thank you for considering our appeal, and we look forward to your support in making this charity gift drive a resounding success.

About Wishlist:

Wishlist is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting the growing health needs of patients and families on the Sunshine Coast and Gympie region. They provide fundraising support to the needs of local health services, including all areas of Nambour, Caloundra, Maleny and Gympie hospitals and the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. Wishlist is also dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyle initiatives aimed at keeping local families healthy.