Under 50 pledges needed for shoebox project
Boxes can be dropped off this weekend and first weekend of November.
Only a few days remain for 48 more pledges, to secure Toti’s share of gifts for the Santa Shoexbox Project.
Local co-ordinator, Lisette Muller calls on the community to support the project, which will see local children get a gift at Christmas.
To pledge, register online at www.santashoebox.co.za, pledge a box and pick a convenient drop-off point. Select one recipient or more by name, age and gender, which gives a personal connection.
Decorate and fill your shoebox with new and age-appropriate items. Items needed are toothpaste, toothbrush, bar of soap, wash cloth, an outfit of clothing, educational supplies, sweets and a toy.
Boxes can be dropped off this weekend and first weekend of November.
The Toti drop-off point is the Toti 1st Scout hall in Drake Road, Toti and the drop-off days are Thursday and Friday from 8am to 4pm, and on Saturday from 9am to 2pm.
“Volunteers are also needed on the days so if you want give back, call me on 082-411-1666,” said Lisette.
Donations of extra items, such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, stationery and sweets are also needed for boxes which have missing items. If you have loose items to donate, a box has been placed at the reception desk at the Sun offices at 33 Main Road, Doonside.
