Help Us

Help Us

There are various ways you can help to support seafarers’ welfare:

Start talking about seafarers' welfare and help us to raise awareness – stop and consider how the things we rely on daily arrived to our table. Develop concern for the humanitarian aspects of the work, or perhaps begin to consider the ways in which welfare services reduce the likelihood of seafarer fatigue and contributes to safer shipping.

Corporate Social Responsibility – Does your company rely on seafarers? Get in touch with the Mission and find out how you or your colleagues and staff can get involved.

SEA SUNDAY


Why not host a Sea Sunday fundraiser event? Annually the Sea Sunday appeal is hosted to raise funds and awareness of seafarers’ welfare and the work of the Mission to Seafarers. Sea Sunday is celebrated in the Australian Church Calendar as the second Sunday in July each year.  On Sea Sunday especially we are invited to pray for all seafarers and the work of the Mission to Seafarers.  This is also our major fund-raising approach to the parishes of the Diocese.  This year, Sea Sunday falls on Sunday, 11th July, 2010.  Donation envelopes and liturgical materials are available by phoning (03) 9629 7083 or emailing marketing@missiontoseafarers.com.au.

DONATE


Make a donation – all contributions to the Seafarers’ Welfare Fund over $2 are tax deductible. Donate online at our website or post your cheque, money order or Master Card / Visa Card donation to 717 Flinders Street, Docklands Victoria 3008.

VOLUNTEER


We need help in a wide variety of areas. If you are interested in volunteering please contact  manager@missiontoseafarers.com.au or call on (03) 9629 7083.

• Download the volunteer application.

CORPORATE PLEDGE PARTNER


Pledge Partnership is an undertaking of a financial gift given each year for 3 years. Payments are made to the Seafarers Welfare Fund at a nominated time of year that fits with your financial budgeting, this donation is tax deductible and assists the work of the Mission to Seafarers Victoria. Pledge Partner benefits may be tailored to suite your company’s Corporate Social Responsibility Program. For further information contact andrea@missiontoseafarers.com.au

MAKE A BEQUEST


A Bequest or Legacy is a gift left in your Will. A Will is a legal document that determines how your assets will be distributed after your death. If you do not have a Will you may lose the right to choose what happens to your assets. When making a Will professional advice should be sought to ensure that your wishes are expressed correctly.

The most significant sources of funding for the Mission to Seafarers Victoria is Bequest income. Being a non-profit organisation, we rely on donations and bequests from our supporters to maintain and develop our services and provide care to the seafaring community. Preparing your Will and deciding on the allocation of your finances to family, friends and the organisations that are significant to you is one of the most important decisions that you will make.
After providing for your loved ones, please consider a gift to the Mission to Seafarers Victoria Inc.

Suggested wording for a bequest:
I (...insert name...) herby bequest to the Mission to Seafarers Victoria Inc. the sum of *($) for the general charitable purposes of the Foundation and I declare that the receipt of the Chairperson for the time shall constitute sufficient discharge to my executors and trustees.
* Alternative bequests * The residue of my estate * A specific property * Stocks and bonds *

BECOME A CREW 717 SOCIAL CLUB MEMBER


For just $1 per week your membership impacts the lives of those who work at sea.

Members receive a 10% discount when booking private and corporate functions including: Norla Dome or Celia Little Dining Room for private dinners, parties and corporate seminars; The St Peter the Mariner Chapel for weddings and other ceremonies; book the Karaoke Room for a fun night with friends or colleagues or arrange a summer bbq in the Spanish style courtyard.
Your membership also includes:
* Bar and recreational facilities Monday to Friday 5pm til 9pm including, pool and table tennis as well as the Spanish style courtyard and garden areas with BBQ facilities.
* 2 guest tickets for the Members Private Preview evening for the ANL Maritime Art Prize & Exhibition hosted in October
* Invitation to the annual Seafarers Service at St Paul’s Cathedral in October
* Copy of Ship to Shore magazine
* Enjoy monthly members promotions and events
* Priority booking for other events and functions

Annual Membership Fee $52 inc GST

For further information regarding membership email marketing@missiontoseafarers.com.au.