[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On the 20th of November, 2019, the Diocese of Parramatta hosted a lunch for 200 marginalised people across Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains in the spirit of friendship, compassion and community. St. Merkorious Charity alongside our wonderful sponsors the PAYCE Foundation and PAYNTER DIXON was proud to involve ourselves in this event, helping to prepare,...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In response to Pope Francis 'World Day of the Poor', we celebrated on the forecourt of St. Mary's Cathedral in Sydney CBD for the Sydney Street Feast. Hosted by the Justice and Peace Office of the Archdiocese of Sydney and the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney, we were able to contribute our food and hampers to the...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] St. Merkorious Charity hosted our inaugural Gala Dinner on 30 August 2019 at Doltone House, Darling Island Wharf. The event was filled with sponsors, dignitaries, supporters and friends who came along to show their support. A special mention must be made to our Major Sponsors; PAYCE FOUNDATION, PAYNTER DIXON AND DASCO AUSTRALIA for their ongoing generosity. Our Gold,...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="22549" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] St. Merkorious Charity Centre Strathfield South was officially opened by The Hon. Raymond Craig Williams, M.P. NSW Minister for Multiculturalism and Minister for Disability Services on Monday, August 7th 2017. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="15px"][vc_column_text]A special thank you to all who donated food, dessert and event services, including Dessert Hub, Encore Event Services, I Love Sushi,...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Sunday, November 13th was blessed with sunshine, smiles and generosity for St. Merkorious Charity’s highly successful fundraising Day at the Bay. Preparations began on Saturday afternoon with the team from DASCO setting up and then getting up at 5 am the next day to add the finishing touches. Their contribution was amazing. Luckily, the wonderful people...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="22770" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Sunday, November 5th was overcast with rain, smiles and generosity for St. Merkorious Charity’s highly anticipated Day at the Bay fundraiser. Many volunteers arranged the tables, chairs, marquees, stalls and fantastic food. Guests indulged in Lebanese pizza on the hot plate, BBQ and yummy dessert donated by Papa's Patisserie. A big thank you...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="22769" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] On Sunday, November 11th, the sun was shining and the weather scorching at our beloved Day at the Bay fundraiser. The day commenced early with a sausage sizzle breakfast and the first group of runners departing. We had various activities and held boot camp sessions throughout the day. Honouring Remembrance Day, we dedicated a...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] St. Merkorious Charity held a Ladies' High Tea Fundraiser on April 22nd 2021. We invited volunteers, sponsors, and the women who have been or were interested in supporting our work. Our High Tea had 75 guests, and we received lots of positive feedback from our attendees. Everything, including the venue, food, and general organisation, ran perfectly. Thank...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] St. Merkorious Charity hosted our first Community Meal in Burwood Park! Our event was a great success thanks to the efforts of Fr James from St. Paul's Church, and approximately 30 KPMG corporate volunteers who assisted us on the day. Their help was essential for food prep, set up, pack up, serving and barbecuing the food and...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image="22769" img_size="large" alignment="center"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column css=".vc_custom_1491392499085{padding-right: 10% !important;}"][vc_column_text]Unfortunately due to COVID-19 social distancing restrictions, we will now be cancelling our annual fundraising event Day at the Bay 2021. We apologise deeply to all those who were looking forward to our event at Canada Bay. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="26px"][edgtf_button size="" type="" target="_self" icon_pack="font_awesome" fa_icon="" font_weight="600" text="More Events" link="https://stmerkorious.org.au/events/" color="#ffffff" hover_color="#ffffff" background_color="#ffb422"...
