Could you be a Christmas Angel?

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 would it feel to spread that kind of love and cheer?

Your R150 donation puts a brightly wrapped gift under the Christmas tree for a child to open. And if you can give R350, you’ll provide not only a gift, but a special meal and party as well – with paper hats, Christmas crackers and sweets.

Or, you could give a child a trip to the movies … or a holiday outing to the beach, complete with a yummy ice-cream cone. Even something as ordinary as a pair of school shoes and a new school bag for 2026 would be greeted with excitement.

How 12-year-old Luca’s eyes would light up at treats like these!

Especially since he and his sister won’t be going home for Christmas. There’s nothing for them there except indifference and neglect – both physical and emotional.

Kids can deal with hardship – going hungry or having to wear shoes with holes in the soles – as long as they are loved, valued and encouraged. As long as there are strong family ties and a sense of belonging.

Luca and his sister had none of those things. Until they found a new ‘family’ here at the Durban Child & Youth Care Centre.

In four years, Luca has blossomed into such a lovely boy – always respectful, appreciative and considerate of other people’s feelings.

Good at school too! Maths, science and technology are his favourite subjects. This boy has a really bright future. But for now, he’s still a child. And like all children, he deserves a little fun and excitement. A chance to make happy memories to carry with him for the rest of his life.

But, with 70 other children at our Home all deserving the same chance, it’s going to take something special to make it happen … a Christmas Angel for each child.

Please will you be that Angel – by sponsoring a gift, party or holiday outing for a child?

Make this season of goodwill count. As little as R150 makes a difference to a child in need. R700 pays for the full Christmas package of gift, party, outing and new school shoes and bag for 2026.

Any amount you give is sincerely appreciated and will make a difference. God bless you for your kindness to a child.