Knit-a-thon raises funds, spirits for Khanya Hospice
The knit-a-thon saw many people come together to help spread warmth this winter. Patients of Khanya Hospice will also benefit from meals and medical supplies, all made possible by the generosity of the community.
THE Khanya Hospice knit-a-thon fundraiser held on May 11 by the Amanzimtoti Methodist Church, organised by a group of dedicated women, was a heartwarming success.
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Open to all who wished to knit or crochet squares for blankets or donate ready-made ones, the event was filled with fellowship and fun.
With an entrance fee of R70, each woman received a delightful goodie bag and enjoyed tea, coffee, sandwiches and cakes in the morning, followed by a light lunch with various meal options.
Organiser Elaine Trotter of Khanya Hospice said spot prizes and a lucky draw added to the excitement while all leftover food was given to the Jona Vaughan Home.
“All blankets are to be distributed to each of our hospice patients, who cherish their knitted items, especially during winter. We also raised an amount of R7 500 which will go towards medicine, dressings and food to help with the work hospice is doing to care for the terminally ill,” she said.
Trotter added that the organisation is not government-funded, therefore, it relies on donations and fundraising events to continue the work it does. “Thank you to all the women who contributed to this day as well as for your wonderful donations,” she said.
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