More blankets are needed to help those on the Border sleeping rough this winter.
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The annual Uniting Winter Blanket Appeal has received more than 70 new blankets so far, but organisers say more are needed.
And with more people at home due to COVID-19 restrictions, Wodonga emergency relief centre coordinator Catherine Byrne said people are less likely to use their heating.
"Donations are down this year because we couldn't accept second hand blankets due to coronavirus," she said.
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"Even people lucky enough to have housing are often forced to choose between purchasing food or paying for electricity.
"These are the people hardest hit in the colder months.
"We're asking people to contribute what they can, all donations are welcomed and will be greatly appreciated this winter."
Donations will go towards the purchase of swag beds and new blankets.
Blankets can be dropped off at any WAW branch or at Uniting Wodonga.
