COMMUNITY service may feel like a chore for some high schoolers, but for Grade Nine St Henry’s Marist College learner Makaylen Cameron it is anything but.

The young volunteer dedicated her time to serving at The Domino Foundation’s South Nutrition kitchen in Amanzimtoti, an area that she calls home. “I loved being with the Domino team; knowing that my contribution would be making a difference in other people’s lives felt good,” said Cameron who volunteered with the foundation for two days.

During her time with the Domino team she made a good impression. According to Cheryl Dann, who heads the Toti operation, Cameron was a standout helper, embodying one of the core Marist values, ‘Love of Work’.

“She joined the team making peanut butter sandwiches for the early childhood development centres with whom we partner, and then got stuck into packing relief hampers for families and individuals in distress, and smiled all the way through,” said Dann.

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Cameron’s dedication was also praised by her school. St Henry’s College Principal, Dr Stephen Leech, noted that Cameron’s attitude reflected another key Marist pillar which is Family Spirit. “Makaylen’s approach to fulfilling her community service obligations shows how we believe that, just as she is part of the St Henry’s family, so also her life touches the wider community, especially those in need,” said Leech.

Makaylen herself described the experience as deeply rewarding. She encouraged fellow learners to get involved with Domino or other organisations supporting vulnerable and marginalised communities, adding: “Helping kids is my passion,” she said.

Dann invited learners who are interested in completing their community service through Domino to reach out to her at nutritionsouth@domino.org.za.

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