Klopperpark soup kitchen marks one year of good work
“God has led people to donate money, produce, groceries, old clothing, and/or other items to me for our monthly jumble sale.”
The Klopperpark Dare-To-Care soup kitchen adopted Kruinhof Retirement Village in Elandsfontein one year ago.
The community organisation celebrated the occasion with their elderly residents on August 13.
They sat down to lunch, followed by desserts and presents.
The kitchen’s founder, Vanessa Spassov, said it was important to celebrate the milestone with the pensioners.
“The event was successful because we reached our target and our goals. We managed to put smiles on a few faces,” said Spassov.
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“I had WhatsApp messages from people thanking me for the wonderful food and gifts.”
Spassov said she turned 60 last year, officially becoming a pensioner. It made her think about the tiny SASSA grant (R2 000) elderly persons received.
“How can these people get by on such a meagre income? They must still cover rent, power, groceries, gas, prescription drugs, and other expenses. I decided to assist them in whatever way I could.
“I bring them fresh vegetables and bread rolls from Pick n Pay and PS Dominique.
“Thank God I never had to ask for anything from anyone. Every second weekend of the month, I feed the benefactors a prepared lunch because God met all of my requirements.
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“God has led people to donate money, produce, groceries, old clothing, and/or other items to me for our monthly jumble sale.
When load-shedding occurred one day, and we were without water at my house, Wendy Morgan, a councillor, called to ask whether I could use some leftover food someone had from a celebration.
She solved my cooking problems, and we fed 90 people with the leftovers.
“I am aware that some cannot afford to provide large donations right now. I assure you that the Dare-To-Care soup kitchen will use any donations received,” said Spassov.
