There is no doubt that Benoni’s charity organisations are on Santa’s nice list. For the past year, they have worked tirelessly to tend to the needs of those less-fortunate. Let us join hands in making their festive wishes come true.
The Animal Guardians (TAG)
• Wet/dry cat and dog food.
• Doggie and kitty treats.
• Building supplies for ongoing kennel upgrades.
• Monetary donations can be made to: TAG/Standard Bank (cheque account)/account number: 10106261256/branch code: 051001/Reference “Christmas”.
WhatsApp Annie Jungmann on 076 330 5736 or visit 86 Cloverdene Road, Van Ryn, Benoni.
Queen Madonsela Stimulation Centre
• Four big cooking pots.
• Four-plate gas stove.
• Plastic bowls (20).
• Food hampers.
• Microwave.
Contact Sibongile Bodibe on 074 354 6966 or Mosime on 065 365 7959.
Benoni Child Welfare
• Urn.
• Muggs (50).
• Small plastic plates (50).
• Cleaning products.
• A4 reams white paper.
Colin House
• Industrial sandwich press.
• Large electric frying pan.
• Hand blender.
• School stationery.
• Washing powder.
Contact Vanessa Carelse on 011 849 5241.
Benoni SPCA
• Safety boots for field officers.
• Sheets of clear view fence.
• Bricks.
Contact them on 011 894 2814.
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Pug Rescue SA
• Cleaning products including automatic washing powder, pine gel, dishwashing liquid, garbage bags and garage style paper rolls.
• Mops and brooms.
• Doggie products including Purl shampoo, F10 shampoo and unscented wet wipes.
• Husky sachets with gravy.
Contact Lezelle Mills on 074 720 1131 or email fundraising@pugrescue.co.za
The Murphy Cat Project (TMCP)
• Cat/kitten wet and dry food.
• Aloe-free wet wipes.
• Kitty toys.
• Blankets.
• Monetary donations can be made to:
TMCP
Standard Bank
10165201175
Contact Cecilia Morris on 072 463 6916 or visit the TMCP charity shop at 119 Mowbray Avenue, Western Extension.
Kids Haven
• Casio fx-82ZA PLUS scientific calculators (school-approved).
• Part-time work, internships, learnerships, holiday jobs and skills training.
• Sponsor one child’s complete education for 2026 including tuition, uniforms, stationery, textbooks and additional expenses.
• Host a child for a holiday meal, day out, or family activity.
• Swimming pool maintenance at the Kids Haven village.
Contact Khethiwe Zwane-Mnyanda via email at volunteers@kidshaven.co.za or call 060 752 8806.
East Rand Palliative Care (ERPC), formerly Hospice East Rand
Christmas care packages for home-based care patients who are struggling financially, including:
• Toiletries.
• Treats.
• Non-perishable food.
Donations can be delivered to 218 Kemston Avenue, Western Extension or call 011 422 1531.
Farrarmere Gardens
Nelia du Plessis will be hosting a Christmas party for Farrarmere Gardens on December 15 and needs:
• 300 boerewors rolls.
• Sweet packets, cold drink and gifts for 70 children.
• 180 festive care packages including high protein non-perishable foods, pantry staples and toiletries.
• Fresh fruit.
Contact Nelia on 082 669 6532.
Matthew 25 Project
• Donations of toys, clothing, books and household items towards the charity shop.
• Contributions towards groceries and toiletries.
• Monetary donations can be made to: The Matthew 25 Project/FNB Northmead Square/account number: 629 047 80 972/Ref: Christmas cheer
Contact Carol Foster on 083 327 615.
Salvation Army Benoni Goodwill Centre
• Non-perishable food
• Toiletries
• Sweets and treats
• Donations of pre-loved items to be sold at its dedicated thrift shop.
Contact Captain Zandile Mkhize on 011 422 441.
Donations can be delivered to 117 Howard Avenue, Benoni.
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