Not all heroes and heroines wear capes, some are just youngsters who simply want to change the lives of others.
A donation of about 25 to 30 care packs was received by Empowering People in Crisis (Epic) Foundation on July 31 in Brackendowns, which will then be offered to victims of abuse.
This was made possible by Ethan Ramsaru and Tamia Naidu, Grade Eight learners from Bracken High School, and Micheala Basson, who is a Grade Nine learner at Hoërskool Dinamika.
Included in the packs were lotions, sanitary pads, hair bands, tissues, colouring in pages, coloured pencils, face cloth, toothbrushes, a toy and a notebook.
The trio decided to lend a helping hand to the Epic Foundation after reading an article in the Alberton RECORD.
Ethan felt it fitting that the Epic Foundation was chosen, especially with it being Women’s Month.
At the young age of only 13, Ethan has also made a difference in the lives of victims of abuse by donating over 150 care packs to Tears Foundation.
“I would like to thank my friends for supporting my ideas and initiatives. A huge thank you to Alta from the Epic Foundation for allowing us to assist this charity because together we can make a difference. “The donation was not much but it was something we could afford as teenagers,” he said.
Micheala said: “Epic Foundation is doing a great job and making a huge difference in so many lives, may they keep up the great work.”
Tamia reiterated and said people should try their best to support charities whenever they can and with whatever they have.
Not only did Alta McMaster, founder of Epic Foundation, honour them with certificates, she strongly commended the youngsters for their selflessness.
“We recognise their time, effort and dedication and appreciate the work they have done for us. I think it is amazing that youngsters get involved with projects like these. “They are a great example to others. We depend a lot on support from the community.”
