In a bid to assist families affected by cancer, Coles stores in Mandurah and Halls Head are coming together with cancer support organisation Redkite to raise funds for the organisation’s cancer support services.
From May 10 to May 23, customers at both stores will be able to buy a $2 donation card to write a message to somebody special, with all proceeds going towards Redkite cancer support initiatives.
With mother’s day just around the corner, Redkite manager Monique Keighery said buying one of the cards was a good opportunity to write a message to a loved one while assisting mothers facing their child’s cancer.
“Our research shows West Australians like to do something special for their mum at Mother’s Day, with more than 40 per cent deciding to buy her a gift and one in five buying her flowers,” she said.
“We hope that when shopping for a gift this year, locals will also consider buying a donation card at Coles to write their message of kindness and at the same time, help mums facing their child’s cancer.”
Coles WA manager Mark O’Connor encouraged shoppers to get behind the initiative and support other families affected by the disease.
“We know Mother’s Day is an important time for so many families so we wanted to help those who are facing difficulties because of cancer,” he said.
“We’re pleased to be helping to raise funds for such a worthy cause and hope the local community will again show their support.”
Redkite provides support to children and young people battling cancer and their families.
Some of the organisation services include financial assistance, information, counselling, education support, grief support, and hospital support through social workers and music therapists.
