WITH the festive season fast approaching, local community champion Reena Solomon has officially launched an annual Christmas donation appeal aimed at bringing joy to those who protect the neighbourhood.

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The initiative marks the 14th consecutive year of the Community Crime Prevention Organisation (CCPO) Christmas Donation Appeal. The CCPO is Amanzimtoti’s only community-funded, non-profit security group.

Its unarmed officers patrol streets 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to keep residents safe.
Solomon said that while many will spend the festive season with their families, she would love for the community to thank these dedicated officers.

“As a disabled pensioner myself, I’m incredibly grateful to the guards of the CCPO for keeping our streets safe, and I know first-hand how much a little extra help means to our security team. The goal this year is to gift each guard a Galleria Mall shopping gift card so they can treat their own families during the holidays,” said Solomon.

How to support:
Community members can donate directly into the account below:

• Account name: R. Solomon
• Bank: Nedbank Galleria
• Account number: 1306094763
• Branch code: 198765
• References: Use [Donor’s name/CCPO]
• Donation deadline: December 1 for the CCPO appeal.
  Donors are kindly requested to email their proof of payment to reenasol@mweb.co.za so that
  all contributions can be accurately tracked.

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