WATCH: Help Midmar swimmers make a difference in SA

Swimming the Midmar 8 Mile is no mean feat – swimming it for charity is something worth taking note of.

Dominique Donner Rodd, the SA Project Manager for the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation South Africa (PCMF SA) and Director of NC Dolphins Swim Team will be swimming 8 miles this weekend.

This year there are 25 swimmers in the PCMF Midmar 8 Mile Team and their goal is to collectively raise R250 000, which will go a very long way in helping the foundation further its mission here in South Africa.

Of the total of 25 swimmers, 9 are from Ballito.

The primary objective of the PCMF SA is to have a global impact on reducing drowning statistics.

The Foundation’s mission is to raise public awareness about the dangers of water and to equip each individual with the tools to survive in deep water, perform CPR and basic First Aid. The Foundation is striving to make “learn-to-swim” lessons accessible to all children.

Another mission of the Foundation is to spread the values of sport such as discipline, respect for oneself and for others, determination and teamwork. The “Sport and Education” programme believes that sport is a tool that contributes to the development and well-being of children.

According to the foundation, sport has the ability to save and change lives, to accomplish great destiny and empower people.

If you or your company are in a position to donate an amount to helping raise funds for the charity it would be greatly appreciated.

This short video shows the current programme run at the Princess Charlene Pool in Ballito:

Their website: www.fondationprincessecharlene.mc gives a clear vision of the global mission of the Foundation.

If you are interested in donating to this worthy cause, follow these instructions:

1. Go to https://kydrin.co.za/event/View/4

2. Click on the ‘fundraisers’ link at the top of the page.

3. Search for Dominique Donner-Rodd representing the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation.

4. Click on DONATE and follow the instructions – it’s as simple as that

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