The Millaroo State School P&C Association, a small but active group of five volunteers, has long been dedicated to supporting the students of Millaroo State School. Despite being a rural community, the P&C strives to give local students access to the same opportunities available to their urban peers.
"Our mission is to provide our students with every opportunity despite living in a rural area," says Treasurer Anna Hoare. The association’s efforts, which rely on strong community support, focus on fundraising through social and family-oriented events.
A recent highlight for the P&C was securing a $1000 Bendigo Bank Community Grant, which was used to support the Millaroo Kids Catfish Competition, the association’s major fundraiser for the year.
This competition plays a crucial role in financing the students’ school camps and class excursions.
"A lovely lady from Bendigo Bank called the school to let us know that the P&C could apply for the grant," Anna explains. "We were pleasantly surprised when we found out we were successful."
The grant enabled the P&C to offer fantastic prizes for the event, which drew participants from surrounding areas including Clare, Ayr, and even Townsville. The competition was a great success, both as a community event and as a fundraiser.
"We were able to raise enough money to ensure all our students were able to go on school camp despite the rising cost of living pressures their families are facing," Anna says.
In small rural communities like Millaroo, where volunteer numbers are limited and fundraising opportunities can be challenging, the Bendigo Bank’s Community Bank branches in Home Hill and Ayr play a critical role.
"This grant is vital in ensuring our organisation can continue to run fun family-oriented events that support our local students," Anna notes, highlighting the importance of such community-focused initiatives.
The P&C encourages everyone to stay updated on their future events by visiting the Millaroo State School Facebook page, where the journey of their students is showcased regularly.
Millaroo State School receive their grant. Photo supplied
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