Noosa Library Service has launched the Give-A-Book drive in support of the Sunshine Coast Basket Brigade campaign which helps families in need during the holiday season.
The library service is calling on residents to donate new and unwrapped books to the annual effort which will see food and gifts distributed to children, the elderly, the hungry and the homeless.
“Throughout the Christmas period Basket Brigade volunteers deliver food and clothing, but mostly some hope and happiness, to those who need it most,” library assistant Eleanor Young said.
“This year Noosa Library Service will help add donated books to the items collected by Sunshine Coast Basket Brigade.”
Residents can place donated books, suitable for children up to 16 years old, in the baskets at either Noosaville or Cooroy Libraries or the Noosa Mobile Library between 2 November and 7 December.
Vicky Kosovich, toy and gift co-ordinator with Sunshine Coast Basket Brigade, said the brigade is planning to distribute 50 baskets.
“Having access to books to give the children would be wonderful,” she said.
“When families are experiencing financial problems, items like books could be very low on the list of things they consider purchasing so they are a great way of connecting families in times of need.”
Donations are distributed as food and gift baskets anonymously.
Sunshine Coast Basket Brigade is organised by the Magic Moments Foundation.
The brigade supports families who have “fallen through the cracks” and may not receive support from the larger organisations.
“Noosa Library Service is proud to assist this important cause and we appreciate the community’s support in helping brighten the lives of those less fortunate,” Ms Young said.
“Book donations baskets will be in place from 2 November.”
