Timberland retail store donates stationery to Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital
PARKTOWN – We can all make a difference.
In honour of the legacy of one of the world’s greatest statesmen, Nelson Mandela, retail store Timberland donated stationery to the patients of Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital on 11 February.
The donation forms part of Timberland’s current campaign, Nature Needs Heroes and it was held to mark the historic event 30 years ago when Mandela was released from prison after spending 27 years on Robben Island.
The campaign aims to engage the global community to be heroes for meaningful causes by taking simple and small actions towards meaningful change.
The brand hopes that by equipping young people with the necessary resources to get an education, it can ignite a passion for lasting change.
Actor, performer, and entrepreneur Thembi Seete joined Timberland to spread joy and laughter during the handover.
“I have always believed that through small consistent changes, we can all make a difference,” said the former Boom Shaka star.
“It was such a remarkable moment to engage with the children and hear their stories. I was truly inspired by their brave and relentless spirits. The staff were also remarkable, these children are truly in a safe environment, surrounded by a powerful team of doctors, nurses and caregivers that are devoted to meeting their daily needs.”
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Agnes Kambira, volunteers programme manager at the hospital said the visit and donation left nothing but smiles on the faces of their patients.
Kambira added that it was through support from individuals and organisations such as Timberland that the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital was able to thrive in embracing a holistic healing approach to improve the health outcomes of children.
Our volunteers give their time without expecting anything in return and the Timberland’s donation is an indication of appreciation and support to our programmes, said Kambira.
Moosa Mayet, managing director at Timberland South Africa said their brand aimed to serve the interests of the communities they served.
“We work hard to make our products responsibly, to protect and restore the outdoors, and to serve the communities around the globe where we live, work and explore,” he added.
“In our view, making premium, beautifully crafted products for the outdoor lifestyle and being a responsible corporate citizen are inextricably linked.”
Mayet said through this project, they wished to echo the words of the legendary Mandela that ‘education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world’.
Details: kaboomo@timberlandsa.co.za
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