General Manager, Andrew O'Brien said that Rosies simply aims to acknowledge human dignity and inspire an increased self-reliance. BioPak were so moved by Jacqui's heart warming efforts and enthusiasm that we contacted Rosies directly. As a result BioPak will now donate Rosies the 100,000 cups that they need each year and are looking into a longer term partnership.
'It's amazing what a simple cuppa, bite to eat, and a chat with our volunteers can do for our many friends', Mr O'Brien said.
'Over 95% of our work is funded through kind donations from our local community, and wonderful people like Jacqui, and we cannot thank her and BioPak enough,' he said.
For us at BioPak it was an obvious choice to partner with Rosies after Jacqui's wonderful introduction. Our aim is to raise awareness about the environmental impacts of everyday consumer choices and to offer solutions that enable our customers, employees, and the wider community to choose more sustainable alternatives.
We are very proud to support many initiatives throughout the community who share this vision.
Tonight 20,000 Queenslanders are homeless. Almost half are women. Over 40% are aged 25 or under, of which 3,500 are kids 12 and under.
Most people are not homeless by choice. It is their only option. Often they are hidden. Young people experiencing homelessness are also more likely to experience higher unemployment than the rest of the population, have worse health outcomes, and little to no income. Once started homelessness can become a cycle, especially when so young. Education and awareness play a vital role in prevention and support, which is also a core aim of Rosies.
It is as simple as having a cuppa for Rosies. Find out more at rosies.org.au/cuppa4rosies
About Rosies
Rosies provides unconditional acceptance and friendship to people who are marginalised within our community – especially those who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or simply lonely. We are a volunteer-based not for profit organisation that commenced in Queensland in 1987 as a youth mission. Today, we continue to engage youth, and the community, through education, awareness, and volunteer programs.
Image from left to right:
Andrew O'Brien, General Manager, Rosies
Jacqui Green our inspirational friend and connector
Wendy Coe, Gold Coast Branch Coordinator, Rosies.