Lotteries commission helps care centre
The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) approved Rand Aid Association’s 2015 fund application.
The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) approved Rand Aid Association’s 2015 fund application.
The commission has allocated R763 691 to the Thembalami Care Centre.
R200 000 was allocated for food, R400 000 for salaries, R100 000 for utilities and R63 691 for the installation of a nurse call system.
The amounts covered almost one month of the expenses for each line item and significantly assisted in the acquiring of the nurse call system, which cost R102 698.
“The new nurse call system has been installed and is of great help. It will be especially beneficial when it comes to caring for the residents of the Max Ordman Deaf Association (Moda),” said Ayanda Matthews, Rand Aid’s GM of Compliance and the Social React Division.
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Rand Aid merged with Moda in 2016, and following extensive renovations to accommodate Moda’s residents, they are expected to relocate to Thembalami in the near future.
“The support of the Commission is much appreciated and will assist us to continue rendering services to the less privileged members of our communities,” said Ayanda.
The NLC relies on funds from the proceeds of the National Lottery. The Lotteries Act guides the way in which NLC funding may be allocated.
The intention of NLC funding is to make a difference to the lives of all South Africans, especially those more vulnerable and to improve the sustainability of the beneficiary organisations.
Available funds are distributed to registered and qualifying non-profit organisations in the fields of charities; arts, culture and national heritage; and sport and recreation.
By placing its emphasis on areas of greatest need and potential, the NLC contributes to South Africa’s development.
