The Benoni Lions Club raised more than R13 000 in aid of CHOC. CHOC representatives Nomathemba Moloi, Nonulanula Khumalo and Lerato Lesego Mpeta are seen with Verity van Zyl (Benoni Lions Club president). Photo: Jani de Beer
With a sprinkling of Irish luck, the Benoni Lions Club took big steps to help young cancer patients on March 14.
Dressed in their St Patrick’s Day best, the local club hosted the Big Walk for Young Warriors at The Parks Fresh Produce and Pizzaria in North Villa.
“The fun walk forms part of the district’s project to raise funds for CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa,” said club president Verity van Zyl.
“As a club, we have opted to donate the funds raised through our Christmas cake sale, as well as all proceeds from today, to CHOC. Thus far, the donation stands at just over R13 000.”
Young, old and furry came out in support of the 2.5km and 5km fun run, making a tangible difference in the lives of children fighting cancer.
Leprechaun and Benoni Lions Club member Sally Battersby jumps into action to start the fun run. Photo: Jani de Beer
Who let the cool dogs out? Hunter, the staffie, was ready to make her fashion debut at the walk. Photo: Jani de Beer
Members of the Benoni Lions Club were roaring with excitement ahead of the Big Walk for Young Warriors. Photo: Jani de Beer
Stealing the show was Paris, with her human family members Emily (13) and Adrienne Schattle. Photo: Jani de Beer
Getting in touch with their Irish roots are Martie Hope (left), Alta Muller and Rezaan Calivitis. Photo: Jani de Beer
Jani went from working as a student intern for the Boksburg Advertiser to being employed as a junior journalist in 2004. Taking time out to start a family, she returned to the Caxton family in 2022 as senior journalist for the Benoni City Times. Her passion is telling her community's stories.
