Christmas Fair Fund transforms classrooms, kitchens and children’s lives
Funds raised over various initiatives in 2025 have now been funnelled into worthwhile causes.
Strong community support has helped the Christmas Fair Fund extend its reach, bringing meaningful change to schools and vulnerable children across the North Coast.
Chairperson Gaby Lyle thanked residents for generously supporting their annual Manor House event in November and the new addition of a pop-up store at Lifestyle Centre in December.
“We have had very successful fundraisers, which has allowed us to begin allocating money to those in need,” said Lyle.
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The Fund’s impact was felt at Hulett Combined School in KwaDukuza, where it provided science equipment and lab furniture and built a new play area for the primary school. The assistance has been instrumental in boosting academic performance.
“This support is very important and appreciated. It helped us achieve a 100% pass rate in 2024 and 95% last year for physical science,” said principal Robert Mhlongo.
At Kearsney Primary School, the Fund supplied new tables, chairs, sports equipment and paint for classrooms and chalkboards – a project championed by Coffee Lab owner Sbusiso Nkolothi.
“These ladies do an amazing job,” said Nkolothi. “If we had more people like this, we could make a real difference in the world.”
The Nkobongo Resource Centre in the Lower Tugela District received four new computers and ongoing monthly financial support, helping to cover staff salaries and provide daily meals for around 250 orphans and vulnerable children.
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Social worker Zamo Mngadi said she appreciated the support.
“We thank God for linking us with organisations like the Christmas Fair Fund. We are blessed to be their beneficiaries,” she said.
The Fund also continues to pay the monthly salary of Tinley Manor Primary School breakfast kitchen cook, Busi Yafulela.
“We are grateful for all the generous support. Thank you, ladies, for your amazing work,” said the school’s department head Lulama Cebekhulu.
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