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Greenline raises the roof for skin cancer
MEDIA RELEASE: Raise the Roof
Greenline has launched an online fundraising effort that will benefit school sun-safety efforts in communities in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria.
Taking the fight against Melanoma to schools from September 2017, Greenline invited schools to participate in an online fundraising raffle for their chance to win a $25,000, 8x8m shade structure for their school.
In addition to the first prize donation, Greenline will also put up the second prize of a school branded gazebo and two individual ticketholders prizes of an ‘outdoors pack’ plus GoPro Home5 for first prize and an ‘outdoors pack’ plus FitBit Charge 2 for second prize.
All funds raised by the raffle will be donated to MIA. Schools will also be encouraged to take advantage of MIA school sun-safe programs and offered a discount on future Greenline shade structures for a period of 12months following the draw.
According to Managing Director, Richard Wallace, this fundraiser is just the starting point.
“We’re really keen to make a difference in Melanoma prevention. Creating shades is only half the battle. Melanoma Institute Australia is leading the world in melanoma research, treatment and education to save lives. That takes a lot of money and support.
“We’re starting our campaign in a really targeted way but we have big visions to take Raise the Roof much further in our communities. We hope the schools and their friends and families will really get behind this important cause – to raise awareness, raise funds and raise the roof at their school,” said Mr Wallace.
MIA is a non-profit organisation dedicated to preventing and curing melanoma through pioneering research, treatment and education.
Furthering its commitment to MIA, Greenline this year signed on as a sapphire partner for the next three years.
Mr Wallace said the partnership is a natural progression for the company.
“For two generations, we’ve been in the business of building structures that shield people from the weather and harsh Australian outdoor conditions.
“We’ve always recognised the importance of sun protection and promoted safe, active outdoor living but we honestly were not fully aware of the facts until we met with MIA.
“One in five Australians will die each day this year from Melanoma. Knowing that, we couldn’t be in this business and not make it our concern to do something more about it,” said Mr Wallace.
“If we can contribute in some small way to ensure the important work of MIA continues, we’ll be very happy.”
Media note:
For all media inquiries, contact: Rebecca Peel, Marketing Manager, Greenline. bec.peel@greenline.com.au or 1800 044 200.
To find out more about the program, visit www.greenline.com.au/Raise-the-roof
Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, with melanoma the most common form of cancer in young Australians. For further information about skin cancer and the Melanoma Institute visit: https://www.melanoma.org.au/
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Extremely easy to deal with. Professional service. Very happy with the completed job.
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I have used Greenline for a number of years now as I have always found them to provide excellent customer service, great quality and reliability. Our most recent project was a covered walkway to provide extra shelter for our students.
From day one, the walkway was such a big hit, with so many students using it that we actually had to provide extra staff in the area for additional student supervision. Thank you Greenline.
From my first meeting with a Greenline representative I was very impressed with the professional presentation about the company.
The process relating to construction was very well explained with timelines, contractors details and
Overall, the finished product is absolutely great. It has exceeded all our expectations and is now a real asset for the school.
Greenline did a great job here and I would recommend them to any school wanting to develop a COLA.
Greenline were a pleasure to deal with. Their communication was excellent and we are thrilled with the end product.
A huge thank you and congratulations to the team at Greenline for delivering BIG TIME our outdoor shade shelter. The shelter, which covers one of our outdoor basketball courts, gives our students a chance to play through all weather conditions and looks great. Their post project support has been fantastic with quick follow-ups and service to the school.
We found Greenline to be professional throughout our entire business relationship, from our initial communications through to the completion of our project. Their friendly, helpful advice was offered with constant consideration of our needs. Greenline were able to meet all deadlines with competency, completing our project with the highest quality of work.
Greenline were a professional and well organised company to work with. The finished product was of a high standard and met the school’s requirements.
