Christ Like Church (CLC) brought its Make a Difference initiative to the Newclare community on Saturday,September 5, with a Spring Day sanitary pad drive aimed at supporting young girls who lack access to basic hygiene products.

According to outreach co-ordinator Ronwyn Irwin, a lack of sanitary products often forces girls to miss school and fall behind in their education.

“This campaign was created to help address this challenge while reminding every girl that she is valued, loved, worthy, and cared for,” Irwin said. “We aimed to reach at least 1,000 girls between the ages of 10 and 20. Communities and businesses from across South Africa came together, donating towards the cause and helping turn the vision into reality.”

On the day, each recipient received a cold drink, a hot meal, and a specially prepared “Princess Bag” containing essential items such as sanitary pads, socks, a pad pouch, and personal-care products.

The initiative was led by CLC members Lenett Joseph, Ronwyn Irwin, Jenny Holman, Barnie Holman, and spokesperson Hennie Matthews.

The message behind the campaign was clear: no girl should have to miss school because she lacks access to basic sanitary supplies.

“The event demonstrated what is possible when churches, businesses, communities, and individuals stand together,” Irwin added. “Our motto is: Be the blessing. Be the reason she smiles. Together, we can restore dignity, inspire hope, and help keep girls in school.”