Over 200 less fortunate helped with basic supplies

Though the school was the main beneficiary, the selected community members were from different wards in Etwatwa.

Donated items included clothing, shoes, blankets and some food items.

“We have orphaned and vulnerable children in the school that we have identified, and from that number some are from child-headed families.

“Therefore, we are pleased and honoured to have the foundation donate to our learners as there is only so much we can do, as the staff to help them,” says school-based support team coordinator, Gugu Nkosiyaphantsi.

Principal Sello Makete says this donation will assist a lot as some of the parents in the area are unemployed.

“The selected learners are also in the school nutrition programme and for some, when they get home, there is nothing to eat.

“It then becomes difficult for these children to get to school and concentrate in the classroom.

“We are always writing letters of request and are grateful the foundation came to assist us,” says Makete.

Valentine Khanye, from the school governing body, says she is happy with the donation because their area is surrounded by a lot of poverty.

“The children eat at the school as most struggle at home.

“We thank these people and really appreciate their help.

“At times our teachers even end up buying uniforms for the children from their own pockets, so we need a lot of help,” Khanye says.

Emma Molotshwa (67), who cares for her orphaned grandchild, thanked the foundation.

“I live with my grandchild and it’s not easy as things are expensive.

“Even though she gets grant money, it’s not enough as I pay for everything she needs,” Molotshwa says.

Anna Lin from the foundation says they are happy to assist because they believe all people are a family despite their different cultures; hence they like to share with others.