The Hobsons Bay Community Fund (HBCF) business lunch will be held at Seaworks in Williamstown later this month.
The (HBCF) lunch raises funds to give back to local community groups.
The event includes a three-course lunch by Sebastian Beach Grill, drinks by Two Birds Brewing, a live auction of bespoke items and inspirational guest speakers.
Since its inception in 2006, HBCF has grown its fund from $40,000 to over $1 million, from which interest is used to award grants to grassroots organisations working for the benefit of the community in Hobsons Bay.
HBCF chair Adrian Butera said the annual lunch attracted hundreds of business leaders, professionals and philanthropists who were keen to make a difference.
“Through fundraising events like this and the generous donations from our supporters, the fund has provided over $300,000 in grants to 150 grassroots groups and clubs supporting our local community,” he said.
“Our fund enables individuals, families, community groups and businesses to invest in their community and directly see the benefits.
“The grant program focuses on four key areas, being the mental health of our young people, family violence and its impact on women and children, digital literacy for senior residents and helping job seekers find work.
“We’re run by a voluntary incorporated committee with no overhead costs, meaning that every dollar raised goes back into the fund and into the community.”
The Hobsons Bay Community Fund Business Lunch will be held at 82 Nelson Place, Williamstown, from 11.30am-3pm, on June 16.
Tickets are $165 per person or $1650 for a table of 10.
Jennifer Pittorino
