The Strathyre Girls’ Home held a Donor Appreciation Day on March 9.
“This day is very important to us. We want to say thank you to the people who always think of us and support us. We appreciate all our donors and wanted to say thank you,” said the home’s administrator, Maj Naomi Malinga.
Social worker Cathrine Madava gave a presentation on the home.
She shared with the donors where and how the donations assist the home.
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The girls had an opportunity to share their thoughts through poetry and speeches to express their gratitude to the donors.
Motivational speaker Pumla Kraai gave an inspirational talk about scars being beautiful because they have a role to play in one’s life.
She also reminded the guests that everyone has a purpose, no matter the challenges they face in life.
Guests were treated to a lunch and girls entertained with music and dance.
Among the guests on the day was Ward 118 councillor Neuren Pietersen.
He has been working closely with the home.
“The home is part of the community. I’m happy the community supports the home. I always tell those around me about the home and encourage them to give when they have. At the end of the day these donations keep the home going and the girls happy,” said Pietersen.
Community member Sandi van Tonder was also in attendance.
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“We should always make time to help those in need. The home is doing amazing work because it provides the girls with a loving and safe place to stay. As a community, we can support them by giving a little,” said Sandi.
Malinga said the home still needs support and donations.
“We have found a place in the Vaal where we are selling our second-hand goods donations. When we get donations we take what we need for the home and sell the items we do not use. This enables us to generate money for our daily needs. The sales are so successful that we are running low on donations. We would like to ask the community to donate anything that is no longer useful to them. It can be clothes, appliances, toys, even tools. We appreciate and welcome all donations,” said Malinga.
