Philanthropy On The Waves At The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race With Livewire

The most unique boat to hit the waves in the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race is Livewire.org.au. The 37 foot yacht has been renamed by its crew in order to show their support for Livewire along with raising $50,000. The crew is leading the fundraising campaign ‘8 Men in a Boat’ to support the cause upheld by Livewire. Livewire is a subsidiary of the Starlight Children’s Foundation and provides a safe, free and fun online community for children and young people who are living with a serious illness, chronic health condition or disability. The endeavor is to provide a common online platform to such youngsters so that they can connect, share their experiences, express themselves and know that they are not alone in their struggle.

Terry Rooney, who is the boat master of Livewire.org.au, is a strong believer of the cause and therefore has done everything in his power to [...] Read More at Melrose Jewelers.

- Written by John Lavit