Each year the local community churches join forces with a team of volunteers to create the annual Richmond Community Christmas Dinner.
To be held at the Richmond School hall on Tuesday, December 25, organiser Michaela Ross says the idea stemmed from holding the community church lunches.
“The first year we held the Christmas dinner we had around 120 people attend. Last year numbers were up around 175. We were pretty much at capacity at that time.
Michaela says the event works because they get a huge number of volunteerwithout whom it wouldn’t happen.
“We have absolutely tons of people who play their part in it all. We have also had a huge number of donations from a huge number of people and that is a massive help.”
The team from Teapot Valley have cooked the Christmas dinners in the past and are doing it again this year.
“It is astounding that people are giving up their own Christmas to give back to the community. What I am excited about also is the number of local churches all working together to make this happen.”
Volunteer Vicki Spiers says they really appreciate help both before and after the event.
“People can contact the church office if they would like to help out. Please leave a message with full name and contact details for us to follow up.”
Michaela says everyone has a need. “For anyone who thinks that this is their best option, they are more than welcome. We would love to see you.”
Tickets are available from the Richmond Mall and Vicki says they essential for people to attend the dinner.
The event runs from 11:30 until 2pm. Call the Church on the Hill on 5448844 for more information.