In the edition of August 21, HERAUT featured an article about Juanita Van Zyl or Mama Shalom as known to many from Shalom Mission Station who has been caring for orphaned children and especially those affected by human trafficking for the past 26 years.
Juanita’s story touched Karin Hall, a local businesswoman, and she decided to help. Hall is a reseller at Food Socks. A Food Sock is an easy-to-prepare, affordable, nutritional and tasty meal.
Food Sock meals is driven by a singular mission- to tackle the pressing challenges of food insecurity and unemployment in South Africa.
“Access to nutritious meals is a fundamental right and we need to commit ourselves to making this a reality for as many people as possible,” Hall said, and added one Food Sock can feed up to six children.
Each Food Sock is nutrient-rich and easy to prepare by adding boiled water. This is an easy and cost-effective way to ensure a healthy nutritional meal.
Food Socks are available in various flavours and can provide the nutrition needed for young and old.
Hall is encouraging the community and local businesses to buy Food Socks, stocked at NoensieBytes at 66 HF Verwoerd Street, in bulk.
She is prepared to sell the Food Socks going to the Shalom Mission Station at cost price and forfeit profit.
Hall will deliver all Food Socks bought for Shalom. Businesses or individuals who want to help Hall with this initiative can contact her on 072 462 6143. Alternatively, visit NoensieBytes where they pay for the Food Socks.
Advise it is for Shalom and Hall will ensure it is delivered to the mission station.
“Proper nutrition is essential for the growth and development of children. Providing healthy meals ensures they get the necessary vitamins and minerals and well-nourished children are better able to concentrate and perform in school, which can improve their future,” Hall said.
“I am not making any profit by selling the Food Socks for Shalom. It is a quick, easy and inexpensive way to support Juanita and Shalom Mission Station in a meaningful way to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children,” Hall concluded.
