WANTED: Christmas Angels

Imagine being the one who brings a little of the joy, warmth and wonder of the season to a vulnerable, abandoned or orphaned child at our Home.

How amazing it would feel to spread that kind of love and cheer!

And all it takes to bring the magic of Christmas to a child like Jay, is a small donation.

You’d find it difficult to believe this little boy comes from such a harsh, loveless background. Under our care, he’s thriving. Bright as a button, polite and well adjusted, he’s doing well at school and has lots of friends.

But – he doesn’t have a family.

No one knows where his mother is – or even if she’s still alive. And sadly, his grandmother shows no interest in him.

So, this little boy will spend the Christmas holidays here at the Home. One of [number] children who have nowhere else to go. You can imagine how it hurts to see the other kids packing their bags and chatting excitedly about going home for the holidays.

But, it’s not quite as bad when you have your own Christmas Angel
ready to bring all the excitement of gifts and special treats!

Be that Christmas Angel!

Your R300 donation puts a brightly wrapped gift under the tree for a child to open on Christmas morning. If you can give R650, you’ll provide not only a gift, but a special meal and party as well – with paper hats, Christmas crackers and sweets.

R170 pays for a child to go to the movies during the holidays, including popcorn and a cool drink … Or it could provide transport to the beach and a yummy ice-cream cone. Even something as ordinary as a pair of school shoes would be greeted with great excitement.

Whatever your heart tells you to give provides more than just exciting gifts and treats.

It sends a powerful message to a child like Jay: You are valued. You are loved. You are worthy. All the things that quietly build self-confidence and belief that the world can be a good place.

So please, can we count on you now to be a Christmas Angel for a child who has no family of their own?

You’ll not only bring the magic of Christmas into our Home, your own heart will be filled with the joy of giving.

May the Christmas star shine down brightly on you and your loved ones … reflecting all the joy and love and laughter you give to others.

P.S. Looking for a meaningful gift for a friend or family member who ‘has everything’? Why not consider making a donation in their name in lieu of a gift? Give them the joy of helping a child in need. Simply select ‘yes’ under ‘gifts in lieu’ on the form, fill in the recipient’s details, and we’ll send them an email ‘card’ to let them know of your thoughtful gesture.