Nedbank gives a warm winter to Mhluzi residents

The 2014 Nedbank Winter Campaign saw over 120 blankets and groceries donated to the Christian Social Council in Mpumalanga, the only Non-Government Organisation (NGO) delivering social services to residents of Middleburg’s township; Mhluzi.
According to the Mpumalanga Christian Social Council, this contribution empowers them to give a warmer winter to many people. “In this cold Highveld winter, having a warm blanket really makes a huge difference to people who cannot afford one.” said the organisation’s financial officer, Janet du Preez.
Nedbank has invested R3.2 million into the campaign over the five years of its existence, which translates into 16 500 blankets donated to close to 36 000 people.
“When it comes to developing communities, we firmly believe that support is not about charity or financial hand-outs, it is a tangible investment in society, stemming from a deeply rooted desire to build a better future,” said Nedbank’s Kone Gugushe, Divisional Executive for Corporate Social Responsibility.
Nedbank is encouraging everyone in the country to make a warmer winter happen for others by SMSing “winter” to 40017 to donate or by donating a minimum amount of R100 to Nedbank Savings Account: 2001120915, using “Winter” as your reference.
“Nedbank is highly involved in the communities we serve, the Nedbank Winter campaign is one of many ways which we seek to make a tangible difference in the lives of others, especially during this cold season,” added Gugushe.
The Nedbank Foundation has been highly active in Mpumalanga in recent years, supporting the work of organisations such as the Timbali Incubator, The Good Work Foundation and Penreach, an organization providing afternoon tutorials in maths and science to learners.