Orphans enjoy an unforgettable World Aids Day
MAGALIESSIG - Nashua Children’s Charity Foundation (NCCF) took orphaned children from four different charities to Montecasino Bird Gardens on 29 November in commemoration of World Aids Day.
There were over 100 children between the ages of five and 16 from Caritas Home, Villa of Hope, Santu HIV/Aids Project and Bongani Community Development Centre who enjoyed the bird park.
Helen Fraser, director of NCCF said, “As a charity foundation that focuses on improving the lives of underprivileged children in South Africa, the NCCF is proud that they were able to take a group of children of this size to the Montecasino Bird Gardens for the day. For so many of the children attending, this is not only the first time they were this close to so many different plant and animal species but it was also the only spoiling they got as schools near closure for the year.”
The children spent a fun-filled day surrounded by colourful birds, mammals, reptiles and extraordinary animals from around the world. They enjoyed watching a breath-taking Flight of Fantasy show as bird keepers showcased different kinds of birds while teaching more about them. The children were treated to lunch at the Flamingo Café and given Magic Company goodie bags as their farewell gifts.
Glenn Joseph, general manager of Montecasino said, “As a company which has invested in the community since inception, we consider it to be our duty and our privilege to contribute to the upliftment of the local community and we endeavour to support brands who share our philosophy in this regard. We are therefore delighted to be able to support this initiative by opening our Bird Gardens for these children on World Aids Day and we hope that they leave with many happy memories of their time with us.”
The NCCF provides aid for special outings for children that belong to 72 charities and this is one of a host of initiatives that the foundation is involved in. The other initiatives include food and grocery shopping, providing school uniforms, educational equipment and stationery, and building and renovating orphanages, safe houses, outreach centres, daycare centres, crèches and special needs homes.
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