Lions are coming to Port Adelaide in August, 2023 – visiting the Port Adelaide Plaza on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th of August.
A few of our Lions will be attending on the day to promote Lions and how you can help your community. Stop by for a chat and ask any questions you may have about volunteering and Lions.
We will also be supporting Uniting SA’s Winter Appeal … food, blankets, toiletries, essentials. Here’s a full list of items that are needed. If you are able to help, please drop by on these dates to deliver the items.
Essentials for winter:
- NEW sleeping bags
- NEW beanies, jumpers, socks
- NEW puffer jackets and vests for all ages
- NEW fleecy hoodies and track pants for all ages
- NEW sets of flannelette or plain sheets, single, double or queen – double is most popular
- NEW sleeping pillows
- NEW quilt cover or comforter sets
- NEW quilts or blankets
- NEW bath towels and face washers
- Torches and batteries
- Small night lights/camping lamps and batteries
Essentials for everyday:
- Travel size toiletries packs for adults and children
- Personal hygiene items
- Nappies from newborn to toddler
- Wipes safe for children
- Packs of bottled water (600ml)
List of non-perishables most needed:
- Packs of bottled water (600ml)
- Cup a Soup
- Cup-a-Noodles
- Ready-made pasta sauces in jars
- Dry pasta; spaghetti, macaroni, penne are most popular
- Dry rice noodles
- UHT milk 1 litre, full cream, low fat, skim and lactose free
- UHT milk alternatives: oat, almond, soy
- UHT small flavoured milks
- Spreads: vegemite, peanut butter, jam, honey
- Breakfast cereals
- Tea bags, instant coffee & herbal tea bags
- Nesquik, Milo or hot chocolate mix
- Muesli bars
- Mixed nuts and trail mixes
- Mixed dried fruit
- Canned tuna, salmon, chicken or turkey
- Canned soups
- Canned baked beans & spaghetti
- Canned vegetables: green beans, carrots, corn, peas, potatoes, mushrooms
- Canned fruit: peaches, pears, fruit salad
- Heinz Big & Chunky meals in a can range
- Tom Piper Braised Steak & Onion in a can
- Fray Bentos Steak & Gravy or Steak & Kidney pie in a can range
- Shelf-stable meals (food that can be stored at room temperature, vacuum sealed)
- Deb potato mash
For more information, call Karen Hutchison on 0432 680 122 or zone3.c1@lions.org.au