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WATCH: Steeledale fast-food outlet invests in brighter futures for local children

The initiative served as a reminder that acts of kindness and community support can create a lasting impact.

Children at the Look Forward Creativity Centre received a special visit from the KFC Steeledale team, who shared a meal and showed support for the centre’s important work.

The visit formed part of KFC Steeledale’s Mandela Day outreach initiative, which focused on giving back to the community and investing in the lives of vulnerable children.

The ladies share heartfelt moments by carrying and comforting the young children. Photo: Desnay Peterson

During the visit, the KFC team joined the children for an enjoyable play session, creating an opportunity for meaningful interaction.

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Children at the Look Forward Creativity Centre received a special visit from the KFC Steeledale team, who shared a meal and showed support for the centre’s important work. The visit formed part of KFC Steeledale’s Mandela Day outreach initiative, which focused on giving back to the community and investing in the lives of vulnerable children. Full story on southerncourier.co.za

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The day ended with the children receiving a nutritious meal, which they enjoyed while spending time with their visitors.

Children gather around KFC Steeledale staff for a fun-filled play session at the centre. Photo: Desnay Peterson

Look Forward Creativity Centre has been a part of the KFC Add Hope programme for the past three years.

KFC Steeledale staff and a child capture cheerful selfies together in the sunshine. Photo: Desnay Peterson

The centre supports vulnerable children by providing care, meals and educational assistance, making it a fitting recipient of the donation and ensuring that the support had a direct impact on children in need.

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The centre supports vulnerable children by providing care, meals and educational assistance, making it a fitting recipient of the donation and ensuring that the support had a direct impact on children in need. Full story on southerncourier.co.za

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KFC Add Hope is an initiative dedicated to fighting childhood hunger across South Africa.

The children sit down to enjoy a nutritious meal. Photo: Desnay Peterson

KFC’s contributions, combined with customers’ R2 voluntary donations, provide more than 30 million nutritious meals to children throughout the country.

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The centre said partnerships with organisations such as KFC Add Hope play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children, not only by addressing immediate needs such as hunger but also by showing children that their wellbeing and future matter. Full story on southerncourier.co.za

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“We are grateful to KFC Add Hope for their kindness and generosity,” said Lilian Obasi from the Look Forward Creativity Centre.

The successful visit ends on a happy note as children enjoy their meal alongside KFC Steeledale staff. Photo: Desnay Peterson

“This visit means so much to our team and the children. It gives us hope and helps us continue our work to feed, teach and care for every child who comes through our doors.”

Children enjoy the jungle gym as KFC Steeledale staff cheer them on. Photo: Desnay Peterson

The centre said partnerships with organisations such as KFC Add Hope play a vital role in supporting vulnerable children, not only by addressing immediate needs such as hunger but also by showing children that their wellbeing and future matter.

The visit brought smiles and meaningful moments to the children at the centre. Photo: Desnay Peterson

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Desnay Peterson

Desnay, a Wits graduate and an enthusiastic community journalist. With a deep passion for writing, she brings local stories to life, highlighting the voices and events that shape the Johannesburg south community. Her commitment to uncovering and sharing important local stories ensure accurate and fair reporting that serves the community with integrity.

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