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A Little Ray of Giving to bring smiles to those in need

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Something as small as a gift from a stranger can make a huge difference in someone’s life – it sends a message of support, especially during the festive season. 

That’s the backbone of Ray White East Lake Macquarie’s annual Christmas donation drive. 

A Little Ray of Giving calls on the community to open their hearts to people who might be going without during the most wonderful time of the year. 

“We encourage a sense of ‘selfless over selfish’ in our behaviours,” Ty Zink, of The Boys, said.

“We love having the opportunity to pay it forward and bring communities together to help families in need.

“We have a great connection and reach, why not use those to help others?”

In 2021, they are collecting gifts for Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC). 

The second half of The Boys, Troy McLennan, says the charity is a place they constantly like to support. 

“Most of us in our lives have experienced a point of misfortune, either by a poor decision on us, or being the victim of a poor decision of someone else,” he said.

“Australia is the country of second chances, the home of the underdog and the great Aussie battler… everyone can do something amazing when they know they have the support of others around them… Ronald McDonald House provides that support.”

RMHC support care coordinator Morgan Eisel is incredibly grateful for the support. 

“For the seriously ill or injured children and their families staying at Ronald McDonald House Newcastle this festive season, Ray White East Lake Macquarie is sure to bring big smiles to their faces,” she said. 

“Eighteen families will be calling Ronald McDonald House Newcastle “home” this Christmas.

“Many have travelled far from home so they can be near the vital treatment their child needs.”

Morgan added it is humbling to know people want to support the organisation’s work.

“This brings an amazing sense of gratitude for the dedicated community who want to help keep families together,” she told Newcastle Weekly.

“As a charity that is 100% community owned and operated, it is due to their unwavering support that families of a seriously ill or injured child have a home away from home during one of the most difficult times of their lives.”

Donation for A Little Ray of Giving can be dropped off at Ray White East Lake Macquarie’s Belmont or Swansea offices. 

“If [you’re] not able to make it into our office, give us a call on 4972 1876 and we can collect,” Ty said. 

To find more ways to help Ronald McDonald House, go to the charity’s website

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