Launch of 2024 Project Compassion

Our Faith and Mission Action Teams led the launch of Project Compassion today at both campuses with successful pancake stalls to mark Shrove Tuesday and the beginning of Lent tomorrow, Ash Wednesday.

Staff and students enjoyed a warm pancake with a choice of toppings. The money raised will go towards our Project Compassion campaign, which will run during Term 1.

The season of Lent heralds the beginning of the annual Caritas Australia Project Compassion Appeal. Donations to Project Compassion allow Caritas, the Catholic agency for international aid and development, to work with local communities around the world to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity.

During Lent, both campuses will demonstrate their call to action within their houses and mentor groups by organising fundraising activities. All mentor groups received their Project Compassion boxes today, and students are encouraged to donate during the weeks leading up to Easter.

The mentor groups from each house that raise the most funds will be recognised at the end of the campaign.

Along with mentor and house activities, students can participate in the K’s for Caritas challenge later in Term 1.

Students and staff will walk or run laps carrying bags of rice or buckets of water. These K’s for Caritas help raise awareness of global poverty. Many underprivileged people, including young children, walk several kilometres daily to access fresh water, education or work. Many of the things that we take for granted.

This event will take place during our Harmony and Diversity week celebrations from 18-22 March.

Project Compassion reminds us that the good we do today will extend and impact future generations. Together, we can help vulnerable communities face their challenges today and build a better tomorrow.

We encourage all students and families to give generously to Project Compassion this Lenten season. Along with donation boxes in your child’s mentor group, the College has a fundraising page. You can click here to donate online.