In mid-February Stampin' Up! launched a Bushfire Appeal in response to the tragedy that affected so many lives in Victoria and across Australia. From then until the 31st March, 50% of the proceeds from the sales of 10 popular sets was reserved for the Australian Red Cross Bushfires 2009 Appeal.

This morning Stampin' Up! announced that the final donation amount from this appeal will be $77,889.63!!

That's a great effort, and I would just like to say again, a huge thank you to those of you who purchased one (or more) of these sets during the Appeal and for all the other things you have done on and since February 7th to assist those affected by this terrible event.

Your generousity knows no bounds and we can all be proud of the thoughtful, caring community spirit which lives on in our society despite our hectic lives and all the other things going on around us.

Kathryn.