Mackay Regional Council’s Councillor Alison Jones donated part of a recent pay rise to local not-for-profit arts organisation Crossroad Arts earlier this week.
Councillor Jones says that, as a council, the Mackay Regional Council opted out of a pay rise set by the state government.
The pay rise was given regardless to stay on par with state-regulated remuneration.
“I just felt that, if we made that decision to not accept a pay rise, that I wanted to give mine back to the community,” she said.
Having previously worked in the disability sector and with family members with a disability, Councillor Jones says that Crossroad Arts is a very meaningful cause.
“It’s in my heart,” she said.
The donation came at an opportune time, as Crossroad Arts are currently holding their Annual Giving Program for 2022.
“It’s very generous,” said Crossroad Arts Artistic Director and CEO Alison Richardson.
“Last year we started our first annual giving program.
“This year the community champions, ReNew Mackay, are able to match what we make up to $5000, which is really great,” she said.
“It’s nice that more of a local business community is getting on board,” added Crossroad Arts Artistic Associate Autumn Skuthorpe.
Crossroads Arts is a local not-for-profit organisation and registered charity that provides inclusive art experiences for artists with disability with the goal of building a stronger community.
The 2022 Annual Giving Program will run until June 30, 2022.
To donate to Crossroad Arts, visit www.givenow.com.au/crossroadarts.
Councillor Alison Jones presents her donation to local artist Erin, helping Crossroad Arts on their way to their goal of $5000
Crossroad Arts offer a variety of workshops including making wearable art, filmmaking, and theatre
