A SMALL daily contribution by a group of learners at Mowat Park High School in Montclair has grown into a meaningful charity initiative, raising R1 500 to support children in need.

The learners bought nappies and donated them to Shepherd’s Keep on The Bluff, a home for abandoned children.

They also volunteered their time to clean the garden and premises, helping to maintain the home and create a welcoming environment for the children.

The initiative began at the start of the year when the Grade 8T class, together with their teacher, Florence Rudenya, agreed to put aside 50c each day for charity.

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At the end of each week, every learner was expected to have contributed R2.50.

“What started as a modest contribution soon gathered momentum as some learners began contributing more than the agreed amount,” said Rudenya.

She said their efforts were further boosted by the school’s principal, Amanda Ngidi, who made a significant contribution towards the final amount raised.

“The R1 500 collected was used to purchase nappies and toys for children, turning the learners’ small daily contributions into practical support for those who needed it. The learners also went beyond donating money by giving their time to help clean the premises,” she said.

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Their involvement in the initiative demonstrated the importance of teaching young people about compassion, generosity and giving back to their community.

According to the class, the initiative would not have been possible without the support of parents, who embraced the idea and encouraged the learners to participate.

“The learners expressed their appreciation to their parents for supporting the initiative and helping them see it through. They also thanked Dr Sithembile Mcambi, the Grade 8 head of department, for believing in them and supporting their efforts,” said Rudenya.

She added that the initiative has shown how a simple idea can grow into something meaningful when learners, teachers, parents and the school community work together.

“For the learners, putting aside just 50c a day may have seemed like a small gesture at first, but their collective effort ultimately made it possible to provide essential items such as nappies, as well as toys to bring joy to children. The initiative serves as an example of how young people can contribute positively to their communities while developing a spirit of kindness and social responsibility,” she added.

The class hopes that their efforts will encourage others to recognise that even small acts of generosity can make a difference.

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