The Alberton Lions Club continues to make a meaningful impact in the community through a series of ongoing outreach programmes and planned fundraising initiatives running from January to March.

The projects will focus on addressing hunger, supporting healthcare needs, and uplifting vulnerable community members.

Alongside its regular weekly, bi-weekly and monthly activities, the club has lined up several additional initiatives over the next two months to ensure its community work remains sustainable and far-reaching.

Ongoing community projects
Several programmes are already underway and continue to provide consistent support across Alberton and the surrounding areas.

The club delivers fruit and vegetables bi-weekly to five nursery schools, ensuring young children receive essential nutrition during their early developmental years.

Twice a month, Mommy Care Bags are distributed to new mothers at South Rand Hospital, offering practical items and support during the early stages of motherhood.

Hunger relief remains a priority through the Street Feeding Programme, which is hosted on the last Tuesday of every month in partnership with Fish & Bread Ministries.

The initiative takes place opposite the Alberton Police Station. In addition, members take part in the LOTS (Life on the Streets) project, which involves weekly chopping and cooking of vegetables to assist people living on the streets.

The Smart Meals Programme rounds off the club’s monthly efforts, with meals distributed to four SASSA pensioner residential homes.

Upcoming fundraising initiatives
To sustain these vital projects, the Alberton Lions Club will host a series of fundraising events in the coming weeks.

A Big Walk for Young Warriors will take place on February 14 at Rietvlei Zoo Farm in support of children with cancer.

Those interested may contact Lion Sandra at 083 990 0212. This will be followed by a Music Bingo and Bingo Evening on February 23, raising funds for paediatric cancer.

Seats can be booked by contacting Lion Riekie at 067 748 4574.

On February 28, the club will host a Food Collection Drive for hunger relief at Bracken City Pick n Pay.

Enquiries can be directed to Lion George at 076 767 2004. An Afternoon Inspirational Tea in aid of diabetes awareness is scheduled for March 14.

Lion Hannetjie can be contacted at 081 863 9113 for more information and table bookings. Rounding off the quarter, an Eye Clinic will be held at Ligstad on March 28.

No bookings are required for this service.

Get involved
Community members who would like to get involved, make enquiries, or support any of the initiatives can contact Lion Sandy at 082 815 4575.

For more information or to donate funds towards any of the projects, emails can be sent to secretary@albertonlions.co.za, or messages can be directed via WhatsApp to the marketing chairperson at 076 748 4574.

The Alberton Lions Club encourages residents to support these initiatives and help strengthen community care efforts across the area.

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