By Melissa Coleman
The Lighthouse Community Centre is an emergency relief organisation which assists Warwick’s most vulnerable community members by offering a food line every morning at 9am.
Each day a truck delivers food items to the centre from Aldi, Coles, Woolworths, Subway and Donut King.
Coordinator of the Lighthouse Joanne Wallace said the items were sorted and then anyone who has a need can come and be given some of the donated food.
“Those on a low income will greatly benefit from this as they can use their money for other necessities,” Ms Wallace said.
Each year the Lighthouse supports around 500 at risk people in the Warwick area.
On top of food distribution, they assist with blankets, emergency hampers and domestic violence services.
“Over the years members of our community have generously donated clothing, furniture and household items that can be given to help people in need.”
“Community generosity has allowed us to run an Op Shop with the goods that are in excess of need.
“The funds from the Op Shop are our means of funding other community support relief,” Ms Wallace said.
Recently, the Lighthouse moved to a larger premises on the corner of Guy and Grafton streets.
The Lighthouse is a registered charity and is fully staffed by volunteers.
