Community & Business
25 June, 2024
Mayoral Prayer Breakfast funds handed over
Safer Toowoomba Regional Partnerships (STRP), a regional charity, has received a welcome funding boost from the proceeds of this year’s Toowoomba Mayoral Prayer Breakfast that was held at Rumours in May.
STRP executive committee member Lindsay Hornery said the funds would support future Community Connect events, which will be advertised in the immediate localities to reach the target communities.
“Through forums and community engagement, it was highlighted that building on the social connections in our local communities can generate improved outcomes in health and wellbeing, increase safety and help people better respond to challenges and opportunities,” Mrs Hornery said.
The charity was established in 2000 with its main activities directed through community service organisations.
Overseen by an 11-member executive management team, STRP relies strongly on links formed by meeting regularly with community organisations holding a charter that is aligned to improving the health and safety of our Region’s residents.
STRP encourages a culture of safety and peace through initiatives including crime prevention and wellbeing projects.
Mayor McDonald praised the group’s work, in particular the recent Community Connect initiative that was devised by the Focus Group to encourage residents to meet their neighbours and forge stronger community ties.
“I thank everyone who attended the Mayoral Prayer Breakfast for contributing to this year’s fundraising,” he said.
“I’m grateful for the contribution of all suppliers, many of whom have backed the breakfast since its inception.”
