SA Harvest and Melrose Arch unite to combat hunger
Companies, locals, and celebs united to combat malnutrition at the Mandela Day event with SA Harvest and Melrose Arch.
Nelson Mandela had a passion for children, and so does the team at SA Harvest, who prioritise nutrition and the development of our young citizens.
In echoing Tata Madiba’s 2003 quote, ‘Our children are our future, and one of the basic responsibilities is to care for them in the best and most compassionate manner possible,’ Melrose Arch and SA Harvest have partnered for two years to bring caring citizens, corporations, and community groups to end malnutrition and hunger in South Africa.
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Volunteers fill up their buckets with nutritional items.On July 18, the #BucketsofNutrition Challenge aimed to fill over 2,000 buckets nationwide at all SA Harvest activations. These buckets are filled with items such as peanut butter, dried vegetables, and soya mince. Other items included sanitary elements like soap and toothpaste.
Every R500 donated equalled a bucket of nutrition that feeds a family of four for up to three weeks, making each contribution impactful and far-reaching.
CEO and founder of SA Harvest, Allan Browde said, “This day, and our aim, is in line with that of Madiba. We have filled these buckets with nutritious items to raise the country’s consciousness on the importance of such. The whole month is dedicated to ending malnutrition and its devastating effects.”
Did you know that according to SA Harvest, 27% of children under the age of five suffer from a variety of difficulties due to malnourishment?
Browde said, “Our mission is to end hunger. It is possible… with charitable feeding and systemic solutions to hunger. One of the solutions is rescuing food from the food chain like farmers and retailers. Food that would ultimately end up in a landfill.”
Melrose Arch’s business director, Thandekile Dlova said it is an initiative they will always participate in. “Every day we should be able to help everyone with at least one meal every day.”
“Supporting initiatives like the #BucketsofNutrition Challenge is central to our purpose, as we are passionate about creating a sense of community and leading by example. With so many South African families in dire need, we are proud to partner with SA Harvest in this much-needed endeavour to combat hunger and provide essential nutrition,” said Natalie Stewart, managing director of Melrose Arch.
“Together, we can make a significant impact and foster a spirit of togetherness and compassion,” she concluded.
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