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Reverse Advent Calendar Project
Five years ago, the Reverse Advent Calendar Project started with a simple thought: How can we support local families and individuals facing a decision leading up to Christmas whether to pay bills or put food on the table.
Today, thanks to the generosity of our community, that idea has grown into a much-loved community tradition, delivering 1602 hampers and making a real difference to those who need it most.
Earlier this year, the success of the initiative and the ongoing support of the Christian Emergency Food Centre was recognised on a state level, with Horsham Sports & Community Club receiving the Community Clubs Victoria Social Impact Award, of which we are immensely proud.
To get involved, simply visit HSCC reception and collect a box (or several!) along with a shopping list. Once filled, return your completed hamper to the Club and we will deliver it to the Horsham Christian Emergency Food Centre for distribution.
What does Advent mean?
In Christianity, Advent refers to the period of four weeks leading up to Christmas. It is a time of anticipation and preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ on Christmas Day.What does Reverse Advent mean?
Reverse Advent is about giving to others during Advent as opposed to receiving.
How to get involved...
Pop into the Horsham Sports and Community Club, pick up a box(es) and list from reception and return the filled boxes!
Click on the links for printable or downloadable lists: 2026 Hamper List
Get the younger kids involved with a pictured list: Kids List Coles and Kids List Woolworths
Short on time?
Want to support the Reverse Advent Calendar Project but don’t have time to shop?
Click here to donate a Full, Half, Quarter Box or another amount and we will do the rest!
FAQ's
Who will receive the hampers?
The hampers with everyday food and essentials items are passed on to the Christian Emergency Food Centre who then distribute it to people of all backgrounds who are struggling and are need of support.
Can we work with others to fill boxes?
Absolutely! Working with others to fill a box is a wonderful way to share the joy of giving and show kindness in action. It’s also a great way to teach kids about generosity and the true spirit of the season.
*As a family
*With your neighbours
*With your sports club or community group
*With your co-workers
We’re a business and we want to get involved?
There are many different ways which businesses and organisations can get involved from:
*Having departments or groups within a business work together on filling their individual hampers.
*A business can fill the hampers together with each member brings a single item from the checklist to fill the box with.
Contact Us About Reverse Advent Calendar Project
* You can always visit us in person at 177-181 Baillie Street, Horsham Victoria 3400
*Call us on (03) 5382 6262
*Email us below using the contact form