Residents run to help feed the hungry
Hundreds of people from the community pass through the Cradle of Hope community feeding scheme every day, just to get something to eat. Thanks to Loaf of Love, the organisation can continue its good work.
Most of us pack sandwiches for lunch, but have you ever thought, “What if that sandwich is the only food I’ll have for the whole day?” Even worse – have you considered whether it’s the only food a growing child will get?
Well, with the help of the Full Gospel Church Ontdekkerspark and Roxsport, the Cradle of Hope community feeding scheme can continue to feed hundreds of people.
The Full Gospel Church and Roxsport hosted a Loaf of Love fun run, walk and cycle challenge at the Hobby Park situated just off Robert Broom Drive.
People were already queuing to register early, and each one of these entrants brought one of the following with them – a loaf of sliced bread, peanut butter, a tin of jam or a container of cheese spread.
There were cyclists, serious runners and even people who wanted to do the challenge with their pooches.
The 5km route was for the more serious athletes, while the 2,5km route was for those who just wanted to have some fun, while music and stalls entertained those who decided not to do the challenge.
According to a Facebook post on the Cradle of Hope’s page, the organisation buys 80 loaves of bread every day and feeds between 250 and 300 adults and children every day.
Photos: Natasha Pretorius.
These are homeless people, elderly people, vulnerable people, addicts, sex workers and children, and for
If you would like to donate to the community feeding scheme, please visit The Cradle of Hope’s Facebook page.
