Breakfast Hop - Jesuit Social Services

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We were proud to be the Community Partner for the inaugural Breakfast Hop event, held on Christmas Day at Federation Square.

More than 1,000 people enjoyed a free breakfast, family-friendly activities and shared personal messages on the Tree of Hope. The event was organised by Hopskotch, a new Melbourne business founded to connect hospitality businesses to inspirational customer service staff.

Gold coin donations to support the ongoing work of Jesuit Social Services were graciously received.

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