Date set for 2015 Little Eden fête
Approximately 35 percent of the funds needed to run the facility is received through the government; a shortfall of about R18-million a year has to be raised through various activities and events like the annual fête.
As with every year, Little Eden has hit the ground running.
The organisation has begun preparations for its main annual fundraising event, the fête.
This year’s event will take place on Saturday February 28 at the Domitilla and Danny Hyams Home in Edenvale.
The purpose of the event is to raise funds to care for the residents at Little Eden.
Of the 300 residents at the home, approximately 238 were previously abandoned and some come from indigent families who provide no financial support.
Approximately 35 percent of the funds needed to run the facility is received through the government; a shortfall of about R18-million a year has to be raised through various activities and events like the annual fête.
The success of the day relies on the support of the community.
The success of the annual event relies on the support of the community through donations in cash or kind.
Contributions to the bottle tombola stall of any unopened item that comes in a bottle such as bath salts, chutney or toiletries are always welcomed.
Supporters are requested to come dressed as their favourite stars to fit in with the 2015 theme, Hollywood.
There will be prizes for the best-dressed visitors.
Entrance to the event is only R5 per person and includes entry in to the day’s lucky draw.
For more information, contact Zama Zulu on 011 609-7246.
