Branch raises $1000

Save the Children Woy Woy Branch has raised $1000 at its luncheon in May.

"We are a small cog in this Australian and International Charity but we contribute several thousands of dollars every year to aid children in need throughout Australia and most Third World countries," said Save the Children Woy Woy Branch publicity officer Mr Dennis Hensman.

"The branch was founded by Ms Eglantyn Jebb over 20 years ago.

"She was concerned for children who were being abused and forced to work in slave labour factories and brothels from an early age.

"Our funds help to take them out of this environment and educate them for a better life.

"We build schools and hostels, and train their own students to become teachers, creating employment."

"We welcome new members with new ideas."

Meetings are held on the second Monday each month at 1.30pm at St Andrews Church Hall, Ocean Beach Rd, Umina Beach.

Telephone the treasurer and secretary on 4324 4389 for more information."

Press release, June 5 Dennis Hensman, Save the Children