Alberton Lions Club call on community to help put school shoes on children’s feet
Alberton Lions Club are inviting residents and businesses to support their school shoe campaign and help local learners step into 2027 with confidence.
As the festive season approaches and families prepare for the 2027 school year, Alberton Lions Club is appealing to residents and businesses to help provide school shoes for children in need.
Through its school shoe donation campaign, the club is calling on the community to sponsor a pair of school shoes for just R49.
The initiative aims to ensure that more children start the new school year with proper footwear, helping them attend school with comfort, dignity and confidence.
At the beginning of the 2026 school year, Alberton Lions bought more than 330 pairs of school shoes and donated them to local schoolchildren whose needs were identified by teachers and principals.
The project was made possible through donations from individuals and corporate sponsors. The club is now appealing to the community for support to continue the initiative.
The school shoes are made from recycled single-use PVC drip bags, oxygen masks and associated tubing, which are transformed into new, durable footwear.
The club also accepts good-quality second-hand school shoes that can be repurposed and given to children who need them.
Every contribution helps the club reach more learners and make a difference in their school experience.
Residents and businesses who would like to sponsor a pair of school shoes or contribute to the campaign can contact Alberton Lions at 071 242 1223 for more information.
Banking details:
Account name: Alberton Lions Club
Bank: ABSA
Account number: 1005701488
Payment reference: Shoes and name.
