Kingsmead College’s Goodwill Day sees a celebration of service

Kingsmead College recently marked the 76th annual Goodwill Day, a tradition rooted in the vision of its founder, Ms DV Thompson, who believed in fostering unity and understanding among all people. Over the decades, Goodwill Day has become a cherished celebration of community service and giving back.

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The day began with the Walk for Courage, a 5km walk through Melrose, led by executive head Lisa Palmer, junior school head Tarryn McLaren, and PTA chairperson Neo Mamathuba. Proceeds from the walk supported the PTA’s bursary fund, helping to make education accessible to more learners.

On the cricket pitch, learners engaged with various service partners as part of service bingo, learning about their important work. Highlights included San Salvador’s tea garden featuring baked goods donated by Kingsmead learners, a charity furniture shop by Hotel Hope, and Siyakhana Gardens selling organic veggies. A record 51 blood donations were made to SANBS, and the Kingsmead community packed 200 maternity kits for new mothers, a project lauded by Sarah Cressey from The Grace Factory.

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The inflatable park was a hit with all ages, and the VIPs of the day – children from Hotel Hope, Rays of Hope, and Fight with Insight – enjoyed a fun-filled morning, followed by a South African themed lunch, hosted by the Grade 11 learners.

Goodwill Day continues to embody Kingsmead’s spirit of service and inclusion, bringing the community together in the true spirit of giving.

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