Fort Knox Self Storage of Melbourne, Australia, recently paid for four disable youths to attend the Melbourne City Mission (MCM) Gala Ball, an annual event that raises awareness around the unlimited potential for people with disabilities. The Oct. 19 celebration took place at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne as part of the charity organization’s Fashioning Futures campaign, according to a Fort Knox blog.
The evening included a two-course dinner and a fashion show featuring Madeline Stuart, the first professional model with Down Syndrome. It also acted as the launch for the organization’s new “Kickstart Your Dream” program, which matches disabled youths with mentors and provides grants of up to $2,000 that enable recipients to pursue employment, education or community opportunities.
Fort Knox has supported MCM for four years, acting as a primary sponsor for its Sleep at the G event, which raises money and awareness for homeless youths. This year’s event took place in late May.
MCM is a nonprofit that provides funds, programs and support to the city’s children and adults. The organization operates more than 80 programs and services each week.
Family-owned Fort Knox Self Storage opened its first facility in 1996. It now operates nine storage properties in Melbourne.
Sources:
- Fort Knox Self Storage: Melbourne City Mission Gala Ball 2016
- Melbourne City Mission: Kickstart Your Dream
