Community & Business
17 December, 2024
Supporting a domestic violence service in crisis
A MAREEBA business is doing what it can to help victims of domestic and family violence put their lives back together with a special Christmas-themed campaign urging locals to donate money to a regional organisation.
Allen’s 4x4, Tint & Signs is running a campaign to raise awareness about the extent of domestic violence in our local community and trying to get as much money donated to Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service (CRDVS).
“It’s our way of trying to help give the gift of joy this Christmas to those in need. We want to raise much-needed funds for families in need of financial support,” business owner Loren Allen said.
Due to the increased demand for their services, CRDVS has had to focus resources on responding to crisis situations, meaning essential services that support healing and recovery, are not as readily available as they have been in the past.
“This support is crucial in helping those who have experienced domestic violence and are trying to put their lives back together,” Loren said.
“Domestic and family violence affects those in every walk of life, and it is the leading cause of homelessness in our region.
“Displaced families are more at risk of further and increased threats. Children of these families are in need of more support to overcome trauma experienced in these situations and events.
“How can we make a difference to those affected? What can we do to help stop domestic violence in our community? Make a donation.”
The business has designed and made a special sign so people can come along, get photographed, scan the QR code and make a donation to the CRDVS.
The CRDVS has a separate charity organisation that can take your donation on their website. See the QR code below. Donations are given directly to those in our local community.
“Take a stand. Speak up if you see these situations happening around you. You can have an impact on stopping domestic and family violence before it becomes a crisis,” Loren said.
“So, make a difference this Christmas and make a donation please.”
