Diamond Valley Foodshare in Henry Street, Greensborough, has received a timely boost from the Rotary Club of Eltham, with a $2,720 donation helping the organisation buy a much-needed new freezer and stock it with meat for local families in need.

Diamond Valley Foodshare assisted 1,164 clients and supported 2,334 people in the six months from January to June 2026 — a 31 percent increase on the same period last year.

The Rotary donation enabled Diamond Valley Foodshare to purchase a new large freezer for $1,450, with the remaining funds helping fill it with essential meat supplies including sausages and mince. The meat is expected to help support clients for around three months.

Foodshare President Michelle Allen said the donation would make an immediate difference as demand for food relief continued to grow.

“With demand continuing to rise, the extra freezer capacity means we can store and distribute more essential food to the people who need it most,” she said.

Diamond Valley Foodshare is supported by about 65 volunteers, whose work helps provide food relief and practical assistance to individuals and families across the district.

Ms Allen thanked Eltham Rotary for its generosity and community support.

“We sincerely thank the Eltham Rotary Club for helping us respond to growing local needs,” she said.