Salvos mission in Tasmania gets a boost with recycling partnership
- Jul 15
- 2 min read
BY LAUREN MARTIN
The Salvation Army has been selected as Tasmania’s Recycle Rewards charity partner, with a goal of raising $10,000 through community recycling of containers and cans.
The Recycle Rewards ‘No Family Deserves to Go Hungry’ campaign, in partnership with scheme operator TOMRA Cleanaway and scheme coordinator TasRecycle, was launched on 29 June.
Tasmanians are encouraged to donate their empty bottles and cans to The Salvation Army by selecting ‘donate’ when they recycle at a container refund location.
“We’re proud to be part of a program that not only reduces litter and benefits the environment, but also strengthens our ability to support individuals and families doing it tough,” said Amelia Natoli, The Salvation Army’s External Communications Manager in Tasmania.
Under Recycle Rewards, Tasmanians can receive a 10-cent refund for each eligible container returned, or donate their refund directly to one of many registered charities and community groups.
The Salvation Army is the partner charity until 4 October and aims to raise $10,000 through the scheme.
At the launch event, Glenorchy Corps Officers Majors Chris and Cherie Clarke joined others to host a free community barbecue to encourage community members to get involved and participate, earning themselves a fun prize or two along the way. The event was supported by Glenorchy City Council, SEED and TOMRA Cleanaway.
TasRecycle CEO Ken Roughley said the campaign is an easy way to make a real difference in the lives of Tasmanians doing it tough.
“Whether it’s a single container or a bag full of bottles, cans and cartons, every donation helps The Salvation Army raise important funds for the Red Shield Appeal,” he said.
“It’s a great example of how small actions can add up to make a real difference for both our communities and our environment.”
For regular updates on the campaign, go to The Salvation Army Tasmania Facebook page here.
Click through the slideshow below for more photos of the launch event:
