Oct 19, 2021 | News
Sadly, our trusty Yaris was written off by our Insurer after being damaged in a minor accident recently. We are grateful to be insured, however the R30 000 settlement is nowhere near enough to cover the cost of another vehicle.
Over the past 14 years, this little car proved to be work horse. It was used by child and youth care workers to attend parent meetings at schools during evenings and weekends when our drivers are not available … to transport very ill children to hospital after hours and on weekends … to transport social workers, senior child and youth care workers and admin staff to training sessions … to the bank, and to the shops for small items.
In February 2019, the Yaris became indispensable as the means to transport food from our central kitchen at 222 Lena Ahrens Road to the 265/267 Lena Ahrens Road property over weekends and public holidays.
At a time when we are already finding the fundraising space so hostile, this unexpected expense is crushing! If you know of anyone within the motor industry that could help us with a vehicle sponsorship please email nicolette@dch.org.za
Oct 14, 2021 | News
Our buildings are over 116 years old. Which means that they require considerable maintenance and, in some cases, renovation. We need them to provide a safe and secure environment for the children in our care. But, when you are operating on a limited budget, meeting the day to day basic living needs of the children has to take priority.
We are currently facing a shortfall of R 4,9 million on our operating budget for the year, which is why we are so grateful for all and any donations. In particular, we wish to thank Des-ign Group for their kind and generous donation to attend to critical flooring repairs at Khayelisha House.
The flooring was in a bad state and when the contractors started pulling off the old carpets, we were able to see just how bad! Extensive repairs and renovations were needed and Des-ign Group generously undertook the repairs, and prepare the floors for a vinyl finish which will be completed by the end of October.
Thank you for helping in this practical way.
Oct 14, 2021 | News
Thanks to Sai Care 108 Pty Ltd we were able to host our annual Heritage Day celebration. We are incredibly grateful for their sponsorship of this special event – one that our children really look forward to and enjoy!
Our children enjoyed a delicious heritage meal and they all received gifts – making this a day they will hold in their memory for a long time to come.
Oct 14, 2021 | News
Eight of our young people were recently selected to participate in a one day culinary skills programme facilitated by Ethekwini Caterers.
Our children thoroughly enjoyed the day and embraced the opportunity to learn something new – and did really well! Well done to our boys and girls!
A very big thank you to Ethekwini Caterers for making this all happen.
Jun 18, 2021 | News
When our school bus, donated to us in 2017 by the IQRAA Trust, was stolen from our property last October, we were devastated. Having a safe and reliable vehicle to transport our children on daily basis is one of our top priorities.
Despite having security measures in place – the vehicle was parked in a locked garage within our fully fenced property with electric gate access – thieves still managed to steal it! We opened a case with the SAPS, and the tracking company made every effort to recover the vehicle, but sadly, it has never been found.
We felt terrible having to inform the Trustees of the IQRAA Trust that the vehicle had been stolen, but it was the right thing to do. Dr Baker was so understanding. To our delight, he invited us to submit an application for funding towards the shortfall on the cost of a new vehicle.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank the IQRAA Trust for their financial contribution of R75 000 towards a new school bus. Together with the insurance payout and funding from other sources, their contribution enabled us to buy a brand new school bus for our children.
Jun 17, 2021 | News
We all know the importance of saving for a rainy day. But when funds are stretched to the limit, it’s just not possible.
That is why we launched the Sunshine Campaign – our rainy day emergency fund. Thank you to all those who have joined already. You are like a ray of sunshine and hope in our Home, getting us through the long, dark and dreary days of Covid-19. Your kindness helped get us through lockdowns, disruptions in schooling, financial hardship and social isolation.
If you haven’t joined yet and would still like to be a part of our Sunshine Campaign, please email nicolette@dch.org.za for more info.
