President of the Altona Rotary Club Therese McKenney wants people to know volunteering with the club can be a fulfilling experience.
The rotary club is soon to be hosting several events, including an upcoming art show on October 4.
The Rotarians ask that able bodies help to deliver the best show possible.
“It is an opportunity for the community and anyone over the age of 18 to work with us without the commitment,” she said.
“The rotary club runs on a membership basis, but this is a chance for people to come and do a one off volunteer shift with us.
“However, this opportunity might turn into a lifelong journey for some people.”
The art show will be running over several days, so Therese said there are many jobs available.
“There are positions available to curate the art pieces that we receive,” she said.
“We have art pieces from all over the eastern and southern states, including New South Wales, South Australia and of course Victoria.”
Therese believes that working on these events shows the diversity of being a Rotarian.
“We are not all old men, we are not all chief executives, to be a Rotarian is to really want to improve your community and your world,” she said.
“We don’t solely host Bunnings sausage sizzles or raffles for fun, it is because the funds are needed.”
Locals who are happy to volunteer also have the opportunity to share their services to the upcoming Altona Bunnings barbecue, which Therese said is always a festive day.
The next rotary barbecue will be held on October 14, between 9am to 4pm.
Details: www.facebook.com/RotaryAltonaVic
Jennifer Pittorino
