Youturn Youth Support have announced their first official Ambassadors, Sam and Tim Aitken from Sametime, local talented musicians who grew up on the Sunshine Coast.
Putting the duo brothers to work this week delivering Christmas gifts, hampers and some Christmas cheer to families in need, was the first order of business.
Before heading off to deliver more presents, Tim Aitken said, “What an awesome way to kick off our role as Ambassadors of Youturn, than being able to see the excitement and delight on children’s faces as we arrive at their door with these gifts. It can certainly turn your day around. What a great gig.”
Despite their rising status and signing a long-term deal with publishing giants Sony/ATV, Tim and Sam realise how fortunate they are and are committed to doing more and giving back to their local community.
Talking about their recent appointment as Ambassadors, Sam and Tim agreed that helping their local community was important and something they would really like to continue.
“We did our research and we loved that Youturn is a local, grassroots charity who are focused on supporting young people on the Sunshine Coast,“ they said.
“They have a passionate team, who are really dedicated to making a difference to the vulnerable people in their care. As artists and musicians, we hope to use our time and talent to help raise Youturn’s profile and the work they are doing.”
“With their well-known profile amongst young people here on the coast, Sametime are the perfect fit for connecting with youth in our region,” Youturn’s CEO, Andrew Anderson said.
“As part of our Ambassador agreement, we are in discussions and working on various exciting initiatives and events including the “Youturn It Up” concert which will be held in the April holidays during Youth Week, all to help raise awareness, as well as funds for our various causes,” Mr Anderson said.
“We could not be prouder to have Sametime on board, and we look forward to a great working relationship and an exciting line-up of activities … so watch this space.“
Playing together for more than half their lives, Sam and Tim have become a staple in the Sunshine Coast live scene – playing over 300 shows since they were 13 years old, including slots at Bluesfest, the Caloundra Music Festival and a multitude of charity events each year.
In 2016, whilst in their tweens, they raised $20,000 for two local families with sick children.
This Christmas, Youturn has been amazed by the generosity of community partners, organisations and church groups, whose members have selflessly gifted close to 200 presents, food hampers and several dining and entertainment experiences for young people and families in need.
“We wish to extend our deepest gratitude to all our donors and supporters, who have banded together in the spirit of Christmas, despite their own struggles this year, to ensure our young people and families can experience joy and hope this festive season,“ Mr Anderson said.
There is still time – if you want to join Youturn’s Christmas Appeal, go to www.youturn.org.au
