Good Samaritans reach out during lockdown
Within a matter of days, the food parcels were ready
Concern for the well-being of others in the community led to a large food parcel drive recently.
Caroline Thomas contacted Unyaka Wakho Youth Foundation, Advocates For Change founder Deborah Gamede with a concern on her mind.
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Mrs Gamede explains: “Caroline called me and she was very worried about the community during this time. I told her that the community would appreciate food parcels. She then introduced me to Lynn Sclanders and Debbie Arde, as her partners, and promised that they would try something.”
Within a matter of days, the food parcels were ready and Mrs Gamede started to delegate people from different areas to identify families that require sustenance.
The areas covered included Esigodlweni, Fordeville, Papkuilsfontein, Cornfields and Frere.
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