Local non-profit organisation Village of Hope hosted its Walk a Mile Drive on August 13 in the Mgongo informal settlement (Old Location), bringing support and hope to families and children in the community.

During the drive, families received clothing, while 38 learners received school shoes. Soup and bread rolls, as well as party packs, were also provided to the children and community members.

“Village of Hope would like to extend its sincere appreciation to Pick n Pay Mall@Carnival, Thandimfundo Learning Academy, and the community for their generous support and contribution towards making the initiative a success,” said the NPO’s founder Tumie Masolane.

Stakeholders present included the Mgongo CPF, Gloria Khalakhu (community servicer and clinic committee), Van’s Charity Shop, African Enterprise Foxfire Team, Pick n Pay Mall@Carnival, Siyabonga Africa, Brakpan SAPS, Logan Naina from Rise Against Hunger, under the Inner Voice Foundation, and Thandimfundo Learning Academy.

“Village of Hope remains committed to supporting orphaned and vulnerable children and continuing its mission to ‘Reach Out and Touch a Soul’,” added Tumie.

For more information or to get involved, contact Tumie on 073 934 7409.