Shelterbags - Making a Difference | Rotary Club of Mobilong

220 Shelterbags – Making a Difference

12 Rotary Clubs from District 9510 recently came together to collect 220 Shelterbags from RARE – Rotary Australia Repurposing Equipment for distribution across South Australia. These Shelterbags will support people experiencing homelessness and provide practical, dignified relief for those sleeping rough.

What is a Shelterbag?

A Shelterbag is a lightweight, waterproof, and rollable sleeping bag designed for people without secure housing. It includes:

• A built-in mattress and lined hood

• A compartment for personal belongings

• Room for a blanket or other bedding

• Rolls into a compact, easy-to-carry bag (2Kg)

• Easy to clean and reuse

• Branded with the Rotary logo

Thanks to the support of community organisations like the Salvation Army, Hutt Street Centre, Lutheran Care, Playford Community Fund and many other community groups. These Shelterbags will soon be in the hands of those who need them most in the community

Rotary Club Presidents – ShelterBags are still available!

If your club would like to help distribute Shelterbags or would like more information about the Shelterbag project, please contact:

Richard Tucker – Rotary Club of Gawler Light

0429 339 879

This is Rotary in Action – practical support, local impact, and making a difference in our communities

Rotary Clubs involved in this Shelterbag initiative:

Up to 20 clubs in District 9510 are, or have been, involved in the project since May 2024 with others providing financial support. The following clubs are involved in this latest distribution round. Gawler Light • Glenelg • Kidman Park • Mobilong • Modbury • Playford • Port Augusta • Prospect • Seaford • Somerton Park • Unley • Waikerie.

If you would like more information about Shelterbags, please go to www.gawlerlightrotary.org or about Rotary: https://rotary9510.org