‘A ceasefire shouldn’t mean a cease in donations’: Tinto Bakery’s second Bake Sale for Palestine
The ovens at Tinto Bakery will be working overtime on Sunday, but it’s not just flaky pastries and fresh bread rising — it’s hope.
On November 16, from 9am to 1pm, the Shepparton bakery will host its second Bake Sale for Palestine, raising funds to help rebuild the lives of Palestinians affected by the war in Gaza.
Alongside much-loved almond croissants and morning buns, Tinto’s menu will again expand to include traditional Palestinian sweets, with recipes generously shared by owner Hannah Quick’s friends living in Gaza.
Why hold another fundraiser?
Ms Quick answers it best: “A ceasefire shouldn’t mean a cease in donations.”
“Everybody heard about the ceasefire that was agreed upon, but that doesn’t mean everything’s fixed straight away,” she said.
“People still need money to rebuild their houses and support themselves while they’re going through this more peaceful — as peaceful as it can be — time.”
Ms Quick has maintained contact with one of her friends in Gaza, Muhanna, who recently shared a glimmer of good news.
“He let me know that his uncle was released — he’d been taken captive in an Israeli prison and was released as part of the ceasefire deal,” she said.
“It was lovely to hear. He’s getting re-set up with his family now.”
Funds from the bake sale will go directly to Muhanna and his family, helping them and their community rebuild and meet basic needs.
A portion will also be donated to Palestine Australia Relief and Action, which supports Palestinian migrants and refugees settling in Australia.
Tinto’s first bake sale in August raised more than $5000 and sold out by 11am.
This time, Ms Quick hopes to raise, bake and make an even greater impact.
“Our last campaign was an incredible success ... but the work isn’t over,” she said.
“The need has only grown, and every contribution makes a difference.
“We know we can’t fix everything, but we can do something; we can give what we can, share what we can, and keep the momentum going — because when the headlines fade, families in Gaza still need us.”
For those who cannot attend or want to contribute more, donations can be made at tinyurl.com/mptvczjm