Little Eden calls for second-hand donations ahead of Mandela Day
For those looking for a worthwhile cause to donate second-hand items (still in good condition), look no further than Little Eden Society.
With two homes—one in Edenvale and the other in Bapsfontein—Little Eden cares for 300 children and adults with profound intellectual disabilities.
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To help generate funds, Little Eden has two charity shops—one in Klopperpark and the other in Edenvale CBD.
In the spirit of Nelson Mandela Day and Month, community members are encouraged to support the charity stores by donating items or shopping at the stores.
Store manager Khodani Muthige explained that all donations are welcome, provided they are in good condition.
He said that, at the moment, the stores are running low on toys, furniture, and assorted electronics.
'All preloved items are welcome. They make a great difference,' he said. 'We also welcome kitchenware, clothes, bric-a-brac, and other household items.'
Khodani explained that when items are donated, clothing, shoes, linen, and, in some cases, appliances are prioritised for the residents and homes first.
He said like any home children need to clothed and need new linen and donations from the community make this possible.
He added that, over time, wear and tear takes its toll on appliances, and they need to be replaced.
'When community members donate an appliance, they make this possible without the society having to spend additional funds,' said Khodani.
He explained that, once the residents and homes have been taken care of, items are then sorted for the charity stores.
Explaining the revenue generated from the charity shops, Khodani said the stores contributed 7% of the society's overall income last financial year.
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'It may not seem like a lot, but every little bit helps, and it is all made possible through the donations and purchases of the community,' said Khodani.
In addition to the need for donations and community support for the charity stores, Khodani said volunteers are needed to help sort the incoming items.
Khodani collections of deliveries between Monday and Saturday can be arranged.
For more information Contact Thandeka on 011 609 72 46 or WhatsApp the charity shop on 060 586 1856.
The two chairty shops are located at De' Sun Place, 33 Eighth Avenue, Edenvale, and 345 Barbara Road, Klopperpark, Germiston.
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