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The Eva May Foundation supports local community projects in our local community, Australia and overseas. Help us make a difference!
A Commitment to Helping
Hospital Bed – Warrina Hostel (Yarrawonga Health)
Hospital beds are expensive, so the Eva May Foundation was pleased to be able to fund a bed at Warrina Hostel in Yarrawonga. Jan Williams and Alistair McLellan from the Foundation made a visit organised by Jo Spence and Liz Seeliger on behalf of Helping Hands to check out the new bed.
Warrina is dedicated to the provision of hostel-style accommodation where residents enjoy full access to security and care while retaining as much of their independence as possible. Thanks to Jeanie from Warrina for showing us around and resident Betty for allowing us to inspect her bed.
All-abilities carousel – Purtle Park
The Eva May Foundation donated $10,000 to finalise funding for the all-abilities carousel which was completed and ready for use at Purtle Park Mulwala in June 2022.
People of all abilities can access the carousel with a level entry design to cater for wheelchair entry, a seat for users who cannot or do not wish to stand on the ride. The carousel is surrounded by a soft non-slip rubber surface (see photo above left).
The centre photo shows the entry to Purtle Park with a couple of metal Pelicans designed and crafted by talented local artist Matthew Davis, eldest son of Glenys Davis and the late Ian “Woofa” Davis.
The photo at right above shows Helen and Robert “Possum” Purtle OAM at Purtle Park around the time of the official opening by Justin Clancy MP, Member for Albury. The magnificent adventure park would not be here if not for the hard work of the Purtle family. The Eva May Foundation is proud to be associated with the Purtle family and the Mulwala Progress Association, for which Rob Purtle is President.
Allawah Special Care Hostel – Yarrawonga
The True Door project was recently unveiled at Allawah. True Door was conceived, planned and organised by Helping Hands (a subcommittee of Yarrawonga Health). The Eva May Foundation provided all the funding to enable the delivery of this project (28 doors in total).
True Doors are custom decals featuring real door photos that enhance the lives of people with dementia. The residents choose their door design and this helps them remember where their room is located.
By creating a more homely atmosphere, True Doors helps reduce confusion and provides a sense of pride, and improves memory and orientation.
Conveyor Toaster for Yarrawonga P-12
Prior to the Eva May Foundation purchasing a new conveyor toaster for their breakfast program, Michelle Kloss and her volunteers had been struggling for some time using several domestic toasters to cook enough toast for all children attending breakfast. Eva May Foundation purchased the toaster and delivered it to the school. Glenys Davis and Alistair McLellan were pleased to be invited to the first breakfast with the new toaster. It worked a treat and as you can see from the photo, it cooked a pile of toast – enough for all students attending the breakfast. After breakfast Michelle showed us some excellent programs introduced by………………… See below some photos etc. etc.
Turban Project – Yarrawonga Lions
Giving wings to the artists who’d like to take it up as a career or just a hobby. Our students are trained by professionals who help them develop, learn and polish their skills while at school.
School Supplies for Orphanages
The study of ancient and modern languages, philosophy, history, and more. We take pride in offering top humanity courses from a dedicated and trained staff.
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Donation to Yarrawonga Local
Eva May contributed to a fundraising effort for a young local man with acute myeloid leukemia. The fundraiser was to assist with financial support while he was being treated in Melbourne.
The Smith Family
The Eva May Foundation provided support through this wonderful organisation for 5 Australian children to pay for books, shoes, a complete school uniform, school books and extra-curricular activities like school excursions. We provided this support for over one year.
Moah’s Ark Yarrawonga
Moah’s Ark is an emergency wildlife rescue and rehabilitation facility servicing Yarrawonga and surrounding areas. Eva May provided several donations over the years to provide feed, hay etc. for rescued animals.
Barnardos Australia
Sponsorship of 5 Australian children. Barnardos Australia supports vulnerable children through foster care, residential care, and family support programs. They provide education, counselling, and advocacy services to ensure children’s well-being. We provided support for over one year.
Graceworks Myanmar
Donation to our partner charity, Graceworks, Myanmar. Our donation enabled the purchase of expensive ultrasound equipment at Seikkei Island in Yangon. This island community is very poor and subsequently women’s health was seriously neglected. This equipment was desperately needed and much appreciated by our partner charity and their clients.
Farmers Drought Relief Fund (2018)
Along with many other ordinary Australians, The Eva May Foundation donated to support the bush through a tough time. The fund ended up with millions of dollars to assist drought-affected farmers pay household bills and domestic water purchase and carry costs.
Lend a Hand
Understanding the game of numbers and logic to solve real world problems. Learn mathematics from scholars and university toppers who not make it interesting, but also fun to learn.