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$20 000 donation to Wimlah Women's Refuge Katoomba
By Blue Mountains Quilters Inc.
Archived 12 Nov 2024 - Posted: 13 Sep 2024
Blue Mountains Quilters at their September Stitchers’ gathering presented Nicky van Opdorp and Maria Dege of Wimlah Women’s Refuge with a cheque for $20 000
We were also joined by our state and federal members, Trish Doyle and Susan Templeman who continue to work in government supporting women and children fleeing domestic violence, acknowledging the great need. Stories were shared on how our donation can specifically help those in need in day to day life.
Funds were raised at the Blue Mountains Quilt Show, held biannual by Blue Mountains Quilters in April of 2024 at Wycliffe Christian School. With over 170 quilts 14 Stallholders, guest quilter Anni Downs and a wonderful array of attendees, the show was a resounding success. Proceeds also support government high schools running a Texile syllabus.
Information can be found on our website. here
This article archived 12 Nov 2024
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