THE countdown to this year’s Charity Mile has started with the CSI project at the Turffontein racecourse.
The Charity Mile will take place on Saturday November 1 at Turffontein Racecourse. The famous 16 Horses, 16 Charities and 16 Celebrities prestigious event will attract some of the best in horseracing.
The tenth edition of Peermont Emperors Palace Charity Mile will be presented in conjunction with Racing, It’s A Rush at Turffontein racecourse. The event starts at 11:00.
The countdown commenced with a successful educational afternoon on Wednesday October 15, hosting some 30 learners together with celebrities such as Mrs SA, Sarah Kate Scot, Clive Maistry, Mr SA finalists and actresses Hayley Owen and Fiona Nay. They generously gave precious time to spend with learners from the Fortune Kunene Primary Aftercare.
The day’s event kicked off with special pampering for the children which included pony rides, face painting and a jumping castle. The children also enjoyed one on one interaction with the celebrities.
Bob Yearham, Peermont COO for Gaming said: “Peermont donates a sizeable amount annually through ongoing Corporate Social Investment and Responsibility projects, with a core focus on education, community upliftment, youth and entrepreneurial development. The Charity Mile is a unique event that aligns with our core business philosophies: bringing hospitality, gaming, and famous people together in aid of those less fortunate.”
Phumelela Gaming’s National Marketing Manager Michael Varney said: “We are extremely excited about this year’s instalment of the Peermont Emperors Palace Charity Mile; our partners Peermont continue to show their support of both the sport of horse racing and the charities that benefit from this epic day at the races!”.
The 16 charities that will benefit from the race day are:
1. Animal Anti Cruelty League
2. Maphanzela Primary After Care Centre
3. Welamlambo Primary After Care Centre (Orphanage)
4. San Michele
5. Reahile Primary After Care Centre
6. Umkhathize Primary After Care Centre
7. Fortune Kunene Primary After Care Centre
8. Jongimfundo Primary After Care Centre
9. Nageng Primary After Care Centre
10. Khangezile Primary After Care Centre
11. Peermont Education Trust – Lesedi Programme
12. Peermont School Support Programme
13. Izanokhanyo Home
14. Thembakazi Primary After Care Centre
15. National Horse Trust
16. Star Schools
Be sure to join South Africa’s top celebrities as they glam things up, all in the name of charity, and make a difference in the lives of the less privileged.
Entry is free. A children’s play area and a live tribute show to the Bee Gees will be on offer throughout the day.
Don’t miss out! Book your table now; call Agnes on 011 681 1702.
