Little Eden Society urges locals to help save the environment

With Earth Day, April 22, having passed, we are again reminded of the collective need to reduce the damage inflicted on the environment through pollution and negligence.

With the increasingly limited space in the landfills becoming a reality, the NPO Little Eden Society has called on the community to think twice before discarding items.

Little Eden’s public relations and communications co-ordinator, Gaahele Mokgoro, said in a world where kindness and sustainability go hand in hand, donating second-hand items to organisations like Little Eden highlights compassion and environmental responsibility.

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With each donation, community members support the lifelong care of Little Eden’s residents and contribute to a greener and more sustainable future for all.

With two care facilities, the society cares for 300 children and adults living with intellectual disability.

The Little Eden Society charity shop manager, Khodani Muthige, emphasised the importance of donations in supporting the residents.

“Every item donated makes a difference in the lives of our residents. From clothing and toys to household goods, these items enhance their quality of life and provide essential resources for our programmes and services,” said Muthige.

He said donating usable second-hand items to Little Eden makes a difference to the environment by extending items’ lifecycle through donation, and donors help reduce waste and minimise their ecological footprint.

“Through our charity shop, we can give new life to donated items. The residents at our homes receive the first pick, ensuring they have access to the items they need.

“Any surplus items are then sold at our charity shop to generate funds that directly support our programmes and services at Little Eden,” explained Muthige.

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He said the impact of donating second-hand goods extends beyond the society’s walls and diverts items from landfills, promoting reuse and recycling.

Donors play a crucial role in environmental stewardship.

Muthige said each donated item represents a commitment to sustainability and a step toward a more circular economy.

“As a community, we have the power to create positive change. By donating second-hand items, residents support Little Eden’s residents and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable planet for future generations,” said Muthige.

He said the charity shop desperately needs donations.

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Items the shop needs include clothing, toys, furniture, kitchenware, electrical appliances, office furniture and books.

You can drop off the items at Little Eden’s Edenvale home, or donors can contact the society to arrange collection directly from their homes.

Call Little Eden on 011 609 7246 or visit their offices on 79 Wagenaar Road, Edenglen.
For more information about the NPO’s work, visit www.littleeden.org.za