Grocery Voucher - $20

A young mother‑to‑be, who has only just turned 18, is preparing to welcome her first baby in the coming weeks. She remains in the family home with her single mother and siblings, doing everything she can to contribute despite limited means. As her due date approaches, she carries a deep sense of guilt and worry, knowing her mother is already under significant financial strain.

While she contributes as much as possible toward household expenses, the rising cost of living has left the family struggling to meet even the most basic needs at times — with essentials like milk not always affordable. This has weighed heavily on her, at a time when she should be able to focus on her health and the arrival of her baby.
She is committed to increasing her financial contribution once her baby is born and her Centrelink payments transition family payments. However, she is hoping for a small amount of short‑term support to help her family get through the next few critical week, easing the burden.