When you raise $74,000 in just one night it surely says something very positive about the organisation that benefits and the good work that it does.
We’re talking about Youth Solutions and their 2025 annual charity event, where members of the Macarthur and Wingecarribee communities were so generous they helped raise an impressive $74,000.
The money raised will help fund local programs that Youth Solutions runs across the two districts.
Their programs include youth drug and alcohol prevention, health promotion, wellbeing, as well as services for young people.
Youth Solutions has – for 37 years – worked with young people aged 12 to 25, delivering workshops, programs and campaigns aimed at enabling them to live healthy, safe and well-connected lives.
The programs focus on learning, participation and support, arming and empowering young people to make informed decisions around their choices and wellbeing.
Youth Solutions chief executive officer Geraldine Dean said the annual charity event had once again exceeded expectations, as supporters dug out red, green and gold clothing and accessories to get into the spirit of the night’s theme, Jingle in July: a festive winter gala.
“I know we have the most amazing community and supporters, but their generosity and willingness to get behind the work of Youth Solutions never ceases to amaze me,” Mrs Dean said.
“This event is so important to us at Youth Solutions. It is the highlight of our fundraising calendar, and its success sets the agenda for the services we can deliver over the next 12 months.
Youth Solutions manager of marketing and engagement Amanda Dillon acknowledged the generous sponsors and donors who ensured the success of the 2025 event.
Mrs Dillon singled out major event sponsor, the Rotary Club of Narellan.
“Year after year, The Rotary Club of Narellan has stepped up and supported Youth Solutions. We can’t begin to thank them for their support, loyalty and faith in us,” she said.
“There are so many others whose valued support means Youth Solutions has the funds to continue to work with young people, educating and empowering them towards brighter futures. Walker Corporation supported the annual charity event as a star sponsor and our tinsel sponsors guaranteed the night was a success.”