The Lord Mayor's Appeal 2015-16 will raise funds to support improvements to a local children's hospital and community projects throughout the district. Half of the funds raised will go to the children's hospital to improve facilities and purchase equipment to make stays more comfortable for children and their families. The other half will be granted to local community organizations and projects through the "Spread a Smile" Appeal to support their work in enhancing projects and activities for residents without needing additional fundraising. The Lord Mayor encourages donations to support these worthy causes.