The fundraiser, which traditionally commences during the last week of August, will now be extended with badges being sold for an extra week from September 6-12.

As in the past, Ararat Legacy, which encompasses Stawell, Beaufort, Avoca, Willaura and Ararat has relied on the local communities support to the annual badge selling to raise vital welfare funds to assist in the caring of war widows across the region.

Club President, Legatee Kevin Bowles said it was very disappointing that the Club would not be conducting the annual 'face-to-face' badge selling again this year.

"Legacy Week is our major fundraiser each year and the funds raised are our mainstay to supporting those dependents in our care," he said.

"Even after a difficult year we are so grateful that our communities have stepped forward to continue their support for which we are most grateful.

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"Importantly, a good example has been that we have been still able to provide our annual $200 Winter Subsidy to all our widows living independently which is always extremely well received.

"We hope that the community will not forget us and consider sparing a few coins for our Legacy 'donation' tins and merchandising located at supportive businesses across the region."

Also a donation can be made via one of the Legatees, sending a little something in the mail or visit www.legacy.com.au.

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Ararat Legacy Club currently looks after 95 veterans' families, providing services like home care visits, welfare support, social outings and get-togethers.

The work of Legacy has never been more vital, providing support and services for some of the most vulnerable in the community.

For almost a century, Legacy has kept the promise to thousands of veterans' families - helping provide financial and social support for those in their care during times of hardship and grief.

For further information please contact Ararat Legacy House: ph: (03) 53 529072, mobile: 0419 316 920 or araratlegacy@gmail.com

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