Community come out to support the homeless and furry friends
Fourways and Douglasdale residents have once again come together to support a charity drive to support the homeless and their pets.
Led by community member Susan Mottram, this heartfelt initiative aims to support those in dire need, particularly the homeless, by collecting essential clothing and non-perishable food items, as well as supplies for pets.
As the cold winter months approach, the community's generosity has shone through. This year, residents and local businesses rallied together to donate coats, jackets, shoes, jerseys, tracksuits, and all kinds of clothing suitable for men, women, children, and even babies.
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In addition to clothing, the drive also gathered non-perishable food items such as tinned foods, dried grains, rice, and meal sachets, anything that can sustain those facing uncertain circumstances.
In a special focus on compassion for animals, donations also included large bags of pet food and supplies, recognising that many homeless individuals have beloved pets they wish to keep close.
'This community has a big heart. Whether it's supporting needy humans or animals, or contributing to environmental projects like pavement gardens, our community always steps up,' said Mottram
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To collect the donations, Mottram set up outside the Kingfisher Shopping Centre's Spar in Fourways.
'The community responded with overwhelming generosity, donating bags and bags of clothing, blankets, food, and pet supplies. Thanks to their kindness, the collected items will be distributed to those in need through reputable organisations such as the Johannesburg Organisation of Services to the Homeless and The Cradle of Hope NPC in Muldersdrift-Lanseria.'
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Mattram added that the drive was still ongoing, and people could drop off their donations.
If you want to donate towards the drive, you can contact Mottram at 082 465 8718 and susanm@remax-masters.co.za
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