Rotary clubs in Gauteng gather to give back to the community

They managed to raise R40 000 and this will go towards literacy programmes, bursaries, youth development, community economic empowerment, and water and sanitation projects, among others.

February 13, 2024

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415271294_207512499_82201 — Grace van Zyl and Ansie Hibberd assisted in wrapping the gifts with smiles throughout the festive seasons.

A remarkable 93 three-hour shifts were undertaken by Rotarians from esteemed clubs including Kyalami, Fourways Main Reef, Sandton Satellite as Johannesburg, Johannesburg East, Johannesburg New Dawn, Northcliff, Rosebank, Centurion, and Rotaract Southern Star. Throughout this period, over 1 500 gifts were expertly wrapped, resulting in a substantial donation of R40 000.

Jack Chen and Francoise de Jongh wrapping their biggest gift of the day.

Rotary clubs within District 9400, encompassing Johannesburg and its neighbouring areas, joined hands in a heartwarming initiative during the festive season. Collaborating with Ferndale on Republic, Rotary volunteers dedicated their time to wrapping gifts at a professional booth from December 9 to December 24.

The raised funds will be strategically utilised by the participating Rotary Clubs to support a diverse range of community projects. These initiatives encompass literacy programmes, bursaries, youth development, community economic empowerment, and water and sanitation projects, among others.

The booth was in Ferndale on Republic for people to enjoy with an initiative going towards a good cause.

Acknowledging the success of the project, Allan Carter from Rotary Sandton Satellite and Grace van Zyl from Rotary Johannesburg extend heartfelt gratitude to the generous shoppers who not only had their gifts wrapped but also contributed to making a positive impact in the communities served by these Rotary clubs.

Joan Sainsbury, Karlene Kruger, Judy Symons and Ivone Vosloo were so happy to help raise money for a good cause.

Rotary, the world’s largest service organisation with 1.4 million dedicated volunteers, plays a pivotal role in fostering positive change. In pursuit of their commitment to community welfare, Rotary D9400 has embarked on an ambitious project to replace pit latrines in schools with eco-friendly ablution facilities over the next two years. Residents interested in joining the initiative can join their local Rotary Club. The collective efforts of Rotary members continue to transform communities and create a lasting legacy of positive change.