Each year thousands of volunteers across Australia head out into their communities to raise money for the Red Cross Calling campaign.
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And every March year 10 students from Glen Innes High School take part in the initiative.
Glen Innes Red Cross volunteer Annette Eastwood said money raised helped people, not just in Australia, but overseas too.
“Your support helps Red Cross be there for people at home and overseas, whether it’s standing by a community as they recover from an emergency, supporting a village to build toilets and tanks for clean water or lending a hand to someone elderly or alone,” she said.
The Red Cross Calling campaign brings communities together in a show of support for people in Australia and overseas who have fallen on tough times.
Student Ebony Hall said she was looking forward to the door knock next week.
“I have done some volunteering before … I just love helping,” she said.
Ms Eastwood said not only was the experience positive for those receiving assistance from the Red Cross – it was also a great experience for the students.
“It’s great for the kids because it teaches them to be involved in something as part of a team – and it’s for such a good cause,” she said.
Australian Red Cross CEO Judy Slatyer said the initiative, which is now in its 69th year, was open to anyone who wanted to participate.
“I invite all Australians to answer the call this March,” she said. “This year there are more ways than ever to take part in Red Cross Calling, so there's truly something for everyone.”
Year 10 advisor Adele Chapman-Burgess said each year the group aims to raise more money than the year before.
Last year the team raised over $1000 and this year are aiming for over $2,000.
To find out more visit redcrosscalling.org.au or call 1800 811 700.
Glen Innes Red Cross together with the Glen Innes High School will be door knocking between 9am and 12pm on Wednesday March 22.
Internationally, the Red Cross support 190 countries around the world and provide a range of services including disaster relief, health and social programs. During wartime, societies assist affected civilians and support army medical services.
