The LOTS Youth Outreach Programme celebrated its anniversary on November 29 at Ligstad, marking a year of monthly gatherings dedicated to bringing hope, support, and a sense of belonging to vulnerable children in Alberton North.

Throughout 2025, children met at Ligstad once a month for safe and uplifting sessions where they could learn, ask questions, and simply be kids.

@albertonrecordThe LOTS Youth Outreach Programme celebrated its anniversary on November 29 at Ligstad, marking a year of monthly gatherings dedicated to bringing hope, support, and a sense of belonging to vulnerable children in Alberton North.

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Volunteers and professionals from SANCA, Alberton SAPS, and Child Welfare played a vital role by providing direct assistance to the young participants.

Each gathering combined practical guidance with spiritual encouragement, grounding the children in messages of hope and purpose.

Volunteers offered mentorship, emotional support and joyful play, demonstrating God’s love through their actions.

For many of the children, LOTS became a space where they were seen, valued, and strengthened.

Reaching young hearts and offering them tools for a better future remained at the centre of the program throughout the year.

Laetitia de Kock from LOTS expressed deep gratitude to everyone who helped make the outreach possible, especially Ligstad, who consistently opened their doors.

“It truly takes a village. Every volunteer, every partner, every person who showed up helped change a young life this year. We are grateful to serve the community where the need is greatest, and we remain committed to showing these children that they are not alone,” said de Kock.

The celebration closed with renewed commitment from organisers and volunteers as LOTS prepares to continue its work into the new year, staying rooted in compassion, faith, and service.