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LOCAL tea packing company, Joekels recently donated R10,000 to the Kloof &Highway SPCA’s Molweni Dog Project.
The Kloof based project, which was established two years ago, is run on a voluntary basis by 78-year-old, Elaine Cairns who visits the impoverished Molweni Township on a daily basis to attend to the needs of the animals and educate the residents about looking after their pets.
Together with full medical backing from the Kloof SPCA, Elaine has helped hundreds of animals who would have suffered terrible deaths if it were not for her selfless actions.
“When Joekels heard about this organisation, and all the hard work that Elaine puts into caring for these dogs, we really felt we had to get involved in whatever way we could,” said Jonathan Kelsey, co-owner of Joekels.
“Her dedication is truly unbelievable. She goes into the valley five days a week, sometimes from 7am until 7pm, collecting animals, treating them and taking them to the SPCA clinic where they are sterilized when required and treated before being returned to their owners. Elaine dedicates her life to the animals and while she knows she can’t change the world, she certainly can and does make the world of difference to one animal at a time. She is truly inspiring,” said Kelsey.
Not only did Joekels hand over a very generous and much needed cash donation, but they also offered Laager Rooibos tea to be added to the dip that Elaine uses to clean up the animals.
“Rooibos has natural qualities that help alleviate skin conditions in animals. Rooibos is a very effective way to treat several skin conditions such as itching and inflammation after too much sun. We commend Elaine for all her hard work and passion that she puts into the animals in need. She really is an inspiration to us,” Kelsey said.
“I am so grateful for the wonderful donations given by Joekels, as well as Island Export and Trolley & Shelf and some private individuals. Their donations and support will assist in saving the lives of these animals,and making their world a better place. I could not be happier that Joekels have been so excited and willing to support this project,” said Cairns.
Joekels urges other organisations and individuals to support Elaine in her cause as she is still in need of old kennels and a trailer which can be filled with dip to take with her into the valley.
For more information or should you want to assist, please contact Bernie Stevens, Fundraiser for Molweni Outreach on 072 1502031
