OAK Tasmania has Received a $5,000 Donation From BOQ on Behalf of BOQ Hobart
Monday, 10/10/2011
BOQ rewards local community minded employees with $5,000 OAK Tasmania has received a $5,000 donation from BOQ on behalf of BOQ Hobart, Owner-Manager Donald MacLeod, who was recently announced as a silver winner in the Bank’s Managing Director’s Awards for Community Involvement.
The annual national Awards recognise outstanding contributions made by BOQ employees in their communities by donating funds to the organisations they work so hard to support.
Donald first joined OAK Tasmania in 1995 and has been Chairman since 2003, volunteering between 10-12 hours a month.
OAK Tasmania is a not-for-profit organisation that has been improving the lives of Tasmanians with disabilities for almost 60 years, by providing employment, nationally-recognised training and a range of community services.
Donald is a passionate supporter of the organisation and the important work it undertakes in the Tasmanian community.
“My aim is to provide leadership and good governance to ensure the on-going sustainability of OAK Tasmania. I feel privileged to be able to make a contribution that positively impacts the lives of so many disadvantaged Tasmanians,” Donald said.
OAK Tasmania’s Chief Executive Officer, John Paton praised Donald’s commitment to the organisation and paid recognition to BOQ’s level of community involvement.
“Donald’s continued efforts ensure that the welfare of our clients and supported employees is at the heart of all that we do. I also congratulate BOQ for recognising Donald’s significant contribution to Tasmania’s social sector with a $5,000 donation. We are extremely grateful to both Donald and BOQ.”
The Bank’s outgoing Managing Director, David Liddy, said he was extremely proud of the contributions that Donald and hundreds of other BOQ people perform in their local community every week.
“Every year I hear of more and more BOQ people who are dedicated to helping out behind the scenes in their local community. These people spend their valuable spare time helping others and holding these awards is one of the ways I can encourage and reward these people and support this fantastic community spirit,” Mr Liddy said.
The Awards were presented at an exclusive dinner hosted by David Liddy and local radio personality John Miller, who kindly donated his time to help judge the Awards.
One Gold Award of $20,000 was donated to:
Hav’A’Feed Community Relief Ltd on behalf of Ashmore Owner-Manager, Duncan Plastow, for his diligent assistance and time donated providing meals and emergency care for the homeless and disadvantaged across the Gold Coast.
Hav’A’Feed Community Relief Ltd on behalf of Ashmore Owner-Manager, Duncan Plastow, for his diligent assistance and time donated providing meals and emergency care for the homeless and disadvantaged across the Gold Coast.
Six Silver Awards of $5,000 were also donated to:
Logan City Saints Rugby Union Club, on behalf of Leigh Skedgwell, Customer Service Manager at Loganholme for her support of the Club.
Logan City Saints Rugby Union Club, on behalf of Leigh Skedgwell, Customer Service Manager at Loganholme for her support of the Club.
Riding for the Disabled, on behalf of Stacey King, Asset & Portfolio Manager for her regular and ongoing commitment to Riding for the Disabled.
Surf Life Saving Australia on behalf of Greg Durie, Customer Assistance Leader in Brisbane, for his diligent assistance and time donated.
The Leukaemia Foundation on behalf of Shaune Watts who is a committed and tireless Quest Ambassador for the foundation and winner of the 2011 Spirit Foundation Award.
Hervey Bay Athletics Club on behalf of Mark French, Hervey Bay Customer Service Officer, for his dedication to the club.
Botswana Orphan Project on behalf of Craig Shipton, Market Risk Manager for his charity cycle trips that have raised over $190, 000.
And the MD’s Encouragement Award of $2,500 donated to:Brisbane Garden Recovery Group on behalf of Peter Lynch, Business Development Officer at Middle Park for his enthusiasm and commitment to rebuilding local resident’s gardens that were destroyed in the floods.
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