Woven with Heart: Supporting Our Communities

For generations, Creswick Woollen Mills has fostered a supportive spirit that is deeply woven into the fabric of our community, creating a rich tapestry of connection and shared values. Our commitment of support shines brightly through our cherished annual Blanket Drive, a heartwarming initiative created by our late founder and Chairman, Paul Ryzowy in 1996 and continued today through his grandchildren Boaz and Sharon.​

In 2025, relief agencies are facing unprecedented demand for blankets as more vulnerable Australians than ever seek assistance. At Creswick Woollen Mills, we believe in the power of community and our shared responsibility to support one another, and through the collaborative efforts and unwavering generosity of our community, our Annual Blanket Drive has donated over $1,000,000 worth of warm, comforting blankets. Each blanket offers support, care and essential protection to individuals across Australia facing hardship and homelessness.​

Creswick Woollen Mills are proud of their ongoing partnerships with key charity partners such as St Vincent de Paul, The Salvation Army, 300 Blankets, Red Cross Australia and the Ballarat Foundation. We are deeply grateful for the tireless work of these Australian non-profit organisations, who provide essential support to vulnerable Australians and for the opportunity to stand alongside them.