TWO Frankston firefighters took fund raising to new heights last Friday (28 April) by abseiling down a 27-floor building in central Melbourne.
Paula Tracey and Cara Mackey were among eight fireys who abseiled down Bourke St’s St James Building to raise money for Anglicare Victoria as part of an ‘Altitude Shift’ fundraiser.
“They say do something every now and again that scares you and I thought this was a good opportunity that wasn’t going to come my way again,” Ms Tracey, who has been a firefighter for 20 years, said.
“It’s also about helping Anglicare to raise the funds they need and getting the message out there about what an awesome job they do.”
Ms Mackey, who has been a professional firefighter for two years, said she was approached by one of her peers to get involved and signed up straight away.
“I’ve just had a baby so I’ve had to get back in shape for work which will help a lot with this,” Ms Mackey said.
“I hope as a team we can raise awareness for Anglicare and the work they do as well as get involved in doing good things for our community.”
Anglicare Victoria provides support to 80,000 children, young people and families every year.
The charity offer services including emergency food and crisis accommodation and programs including foster care, financial counselling and parent education.
See https://altitudeshift2017.everydayhero.com/au/united-firefighters-1 or call 9412 6133 to donate.