A 10-year-old Melton girl is raising money for local dog shelters in need of supplies.
Samar, who dreams of becoming a veterinarian, has been raising money for eight months.
She has walked dogs, created paintings of pet and sold bookmarks as a way of raising money.
During the school holidays, she raised $150.
“I like to help animals, and I like to give back to the community,” she said.
Her mother, Nilab Nawadi, couldn’t be more proud.
“I love the fact that I have raised a daughter that is not selfish,” she said.
“She’s caring, she has empathy, and it makes me happy to know that she’s doing such a great job.”
Samar said her family supports her initiatives as much as they can.
“I would support her with everything she does,” Ms Nawadi said.
“I know that she does good, and it’s going to help the community, and I am 100 per cent for it.
“I came here as an immigrant and Australia has given us so much, so if we can give back to the community, why not? I want my kids to understand that.”
Faith Macale
