REVVING hard in its ongoing support for young people’s mental health, wellbeing and confidence, the KFC Youth Foundation put the pedal to the metal on Thursday, October 15, launching its Rally 4 Youth from organiser and KFC franchisee Chris Retzos’ renowned personal car facility, home to a jaw-dropping collection of cars, petroliana and motoring memorabilia.
Bringing 42 cars together for a three-day journey through the Murray River region, the rally carried added significance this year, partnering with the Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project for the first time as its community partner, alongside the Foundation’s two long-term charity partners, ReachOut Australia and Black Dog Institute.
A fitting partnership to help advance the cause, the Lighthouse Project has worked alongside organisations, businesses and community members for more than 12 years to create brighter futures for local children and young people.
Its initiatives have reached more than 13,000 children, young people and families, supporting better health, wellbeing and education outcomes.
In the lead-up to the event, Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project Board Chair, Adam Furphy said the organisation was thrilled to be involved.
“We’re incredibly excited to be joining the KFC Youth Foundation as community partners for this year’s Rally 4 Youth event,” Mr Furphy said.
“At the Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project, we’re passionate about creating brighter futures for children, young people and families across our community by building their capability, confidence and wellbeing and helping them reach their full potential.
“We’re proud to be part of Rally 4 Youth and excited to come together with KFC Youth Foundation and the wider community to celebrate and support the young people who are at the heart of what we do.”
Having raised $427,000 at the previous Rally 4 Youth event in 2023, and more than $1 million since the first rally in 2018, Rally 4 Youth has once again played a significant role in helping the KFC Youth Foundation towards its $15 million fundraising milestone.
