Imagine this. It’s the middle of winter. It’s midnight and it’s freezing cold. There is a cool breeze blowing. You’re alone, outside, with nothing to keep you warm. The sad truth is that this is the reality for not just 1 person, but 1000’s of people across Sydney and Parramatta. 

To make a difference, schools all over Sydney are uniting to help the homeless this winter. The Blanket and Beanie Appeal (BABA) is run throughout the Month of May each year in local schools in the Hills. You can bring in blankets, beanies, scarves, mens pants & women’s sanitary items to your participating schools donation box.

The BABA originated from Baulkham Hills Baptist Church. In 2016, the appeal started at Pennant Hills High School. In 2017, William Clark Collage was involved. The appeal grew, expanding to 6 schools, then 12, then 14, 20 & in 2024, operated in 22 local High Schools & Primary Schools in the Hills. Since its inception, the BABA has collected & distributed over 12500 items to the homeless in Sydney. Together, united, we can make a difference. Will you join us?