Local foundation warms young lives with winter donations
The initiative, supported by local stakeholders, aims to keep vulnerable children warm and focused on learning during the cold season.
The Winnie Radebe Foundation extended a helping hand to disadvantaged learners at Klipvalley Primary School by donating winter jerseys and hats on May 15.
The initiative aims to support vulnerable children during the cold season, ensuring they stay warm and focused on their education.
Chairperson of the foundation, Winnie Radebe said the donations are intended to help learners stay warm throughout the winter season and to ensure that they do not feel neglected or forgotten.
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“Today, we donated 20 jerseys and hats. The Head of Department (HOD) at the school identified the learners in need and provided us with a database to ensure the donations reached the right children.
“This is not our first initiative at Klipvalley Primary School. We also donate vegetables to support underprivileged learners.
“We are committed to continuing our efforts and plan to assist the school on an even larger scale in the future,” she said.
The Home of M3 School Wear was also one of the stakeholders who assisted the foundation with the donations.
Maureen Mashapha, CEO of the Home of M3 School Wear, said that the shop recognises that many learners in their communities cannot afford school uniforms.
Therefore, the shop strives to support NPOs such as the Winnie Radebe Foundation in their efforts to provide assistance and ease the burden on underprivileged families.
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“I am glad that I can play a role in bringing positive change to our community. Seeing the little ones accept the gifts with smiles brings me peace as a parent.
“I truly hope the foundation continues working with the community to create lasting impact and meaningful change,” she said.
Klipvalley Primary School Foundation’s face HOD, Khanyisile Mbatha Jange, said they are grateful for the foundation’s work as it plays a significant role in bringing change to the learners.
“We truly appreciate the foundation’s work, which has brought significant positive change through numerous initiatives. We would also welcome support from other stakeholders as the school continues to face many needs,” she said.
