Crack open some joy this Easter
As Easter draws near, the shops are filled with brightly wrapped chocolate eggs – colourful, exciting and full of fun.
But when you peel away the foil, most of them are hollow. And while that may be part of the excitement, there is nothing joyful about an empty tummy.
Here at the Johannesburg Children’s Home, 64 children rely on us for three nourishing meals every single day. That means 64 breakfasts before school, 64 lunchboxes to pack, and 64 suppers to fuel growing bodies that need real food: fresh fruit and vegetables, milk, eggs, bread and protein.
For many of our boys and girls, regular meals mean more than physical health. They mean security. Stability. The comfort of knowing there will be breakfast tomorrow.
That’s why we’re asking you to help us keep plates full and tummies satisfied not just at Easter, but all year round.
Here’s what your gift can do:
- R120 buys a tray of 30 fresh eggs.
- R300 provides milk and fruit for one cottage.
- R750 helps stock a cottage fridge for several days.
- R1 500 contributes towards a week of fresh food for one cottage.
While we are appealing for the essentials, please know that our children will enjoy a special Easter egg hunt on Easter morning, thanks to generous sponsors. There will be laughter, hidden treats and happy memories for them … just like other children across the country.
Childhood should be filled with joy as well as nourishment. And your Easter gift ensures both.
Please will you consider making a donation today? What you provide isn’t just food – it is reassurance, dignity and hope for children who deserve the chance to grow, learn and thrive. Thank you for standing with our JCH family.
Wishing you and your loved ones a peaceful and blessed Easter.
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The Johannesburg Children’s Home is a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NPO 001-034) and Public Benefit Organisation (PBO 130001111) which provides a safe refuge for up to 64 children who have been found in need of care by the Children’s Court.