Dear Friends,
Welcome to our 6th annual Golf Day. Thank you for your support over the years, we trust that you had a successful round of golf today!
Who we are…
The Sunshine Coast Charity Trust (SCCT), was founded in November 2004 and is involved in raising funds to assist impoverished communities and individuals in need along the Sunshine Coast.
Our main beneficiaries include:
1.) Isipho Charity Trust (in Paterson)
2.) “Ikhaya le Themba” - House of Hope (Including Ikhwezi in Alexandria)
3.) Colchester Outreach Program
4.) Moreson Soup Kitchen from April 2010 (in Paterson)
Exciting Developments
Sponsor-a-child
Over the years SCCT has funded adult education and training in various forms. After identifying a unique little boy by the name of “Orange” we have been challenged to seek sponsorship for his education. Orange – his real name is Sibusiso Mxube, currently enrolled in pre-primary sponsored by one of our members, has staggered his teachers with his learning ability, even at this age. We believe that this little mind cannot go to waste, cannot be allowed to drift into mediocrity, or worse still, not be educated at all.
We are looking for someone to invest in Sibusiso, this sharp little mind needs to be honed and groomed for greater things. This is a unique opportunity not only for Sibusiso, but also for the company with foresight. We have calculated that an amount of between R11 000 and R15 000 a year would be required to cover his educational costs at the Nanaga Primary School. We propose that the commitment be for 3 years. During this time, we will ensure that regular progress reports be submitted, together with his school reports and photographs, documenting his development.
It is our greatest desire that once the sponsor sees the potential in this child, that the commitment will be extended indefinitely.
We trust and hope that someone out there, with the corporate/private means to assist Sibusiso, will come forward, and make the most unimaginable difference possible to a fellow human. And that the Sponsor-a-child project will grow in the years to come.
Moreson Soup Kitchen
In April we officially added the Moreson Soup Kitchen as a beneficiary. We provide financial support and food parcels to Pastor Jimmy and Linda Grobbellaar where they feed 120 children daily in the Moreson township in Paterson.
Beneficiary Update
Isipho Charity Trust
150 children receive meals and homework assistance.
80 children in the crèche and grade R class
10 orphans live in the dormitory
In April we celebrated the opening of the new building consisting of office space, kitchen, lounge, bathrooms, dormitory and classrooms.
An additional 2 classrooms have since been constructed
Afternoon activities at the centre include drama, music, dancing & a craft class.
Staff have received training for youth and child care workers from the Starfish Foundation
We say farewell to Paterson resident Helen van Pletzen. Thank you for your never-ending support, we wish you well in Durban.
The Isipho building before…. ….and completed!
Ribbon cutting at the opening Children enjoying their new jungle gym
Ikhaya le Themba – House of Hope
30 Children receive meals and assistance with their homework on a daily basis
2 Caregivers have received training in ‘Homebased Care’
Suitable accommodation continues to be a stumbling block for Ikhaya le Themba.
We are looking for an Alexandria based committee member join us this year, as this would be beneficial to Ikhaya le Themba and SCCT as a whole.
Colchester Outreach
20 orphaned children receive food parcels every second month.
Geraldo, a matric pupil, has received a ‘Matric Jacket’ and funds to attend the Matric Dinner.
Thank you to Trevor & Barbara Moore, our “hands and feet” in Colchester.
We continue to assist Ronel Van Niekerk with funds for her weekly school sandwich project and soup kitchen for the elderly in Colchester.
Thank you again to everyone who supports us in any way. You are the ones who make this all possible.
With Warm Regards,
The Sunshine Coast Charity Team
