Mother of Peace faces financial crisis
The Illovo-based organisation desperately needs funds after the government's latest decision
ILLOVO-based organisation, Mother of Peace is facing a crisis after the government’s decision to cut its funding for child welfare along with other organisations.
The organisation is now appealing to the community for support.
“The current political and financial turmoil in South Africa has resulted in the lack of government support,” said Mother of Peace’s director, Gavin Gradwell. “Expected private donations and other sources of funding have also not materialised.”
The organisation aims to be self-sufficient. Its vegetable gardens, rabbit pens, chicken coops and phytotherapist volunteer assists them. However, Mother of Peace is now urgently appealing for financial assistance.
“Our organisation is unable to cover the day-to-day costs necessary for the 70 children placed in our care. Our monthly running costs amount to approximately R200,000 and we need R100,000 to meet our current financial obligations,”said Gradwell.
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At Mother of Peace Illovo, the organisation provides its children with a family environment. Six children are placed into the care of one house mother who looks after the children as her own. At present, it does not have enough money to cover the full salaries for the house mothers, drivers, kitchen staff, social workers and other staff.
“We urge you to pass on our plea to all your friends and family so that it can be heard by as many people as possible,”said Gavin.
To find out more or donate, visit www.motherofpeace.org.za.
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