By Jodie Symonds
SEVEN-year-old Yarra Junction girl Alyssa Walker baked over 650 cookies during the football season to raise $600 for the Royal Children’s Hospital.
It all started when the Walker family attended the Anzac Day clash at Warburton, and allowed Alyssa to bake Anzac cookies with her friend to collect donations.
“She had a wonderful response, and wanted to keep raising money on other games,” Mum Lauren said.
Alyssa then attended games throughout the season to raise more money.
Lauren said Alyssa’s inspiration for collecting money came from her cousin spending a lot of time in RCH.
“I think it’s wonderful – she is always looking for a way to help and loves helping at school fund-raisers,” Lauren said.
“Everyone has been fantastic – with purchasing the cookies and may even donate extra as it goes to a good cause.”
Lauren said Alyssa had finished baking due to the football season ending, but was thinking of ideas to raise money ahead of the cricket season.
