We live in a country where many people are suffering from poverty as a result of unemployment and inequality in our country. It is disheartening seeing people suffering in our communities, yet corruption increases resulting in diminished opportunities for people in impoverished communities to change their circumstances. Infrastructure which supports development, growth and the quality of peoples lives are deteriorating, healthcare facilities are not maintained, schools are not equipped for learning and most recently energy has resulted in the loss of jobs, businesses having to close down and impacting productivity in the workplace.
With all these challenges facing us it is important for us to remain patient and remain hopeful in the mercy of the Almighty where circumstances can change in an instant as we are made resilient. The Almighty mentions in the Quran, “Be sure We shall test you with something of fear and hunger, some loss in goods, lives, and the fruits of your toil. But give glad tidings to those who patiently persevere. Those who say, when afflicted with calamity, ‘To Allah we belong, and to Him is our return.’ They are those on whom descend blessings from their Lord, and mercy. They are the ones who receive guidance” (Quran, 2:155-157). This is a reminder that we all will be tested and we should continue to have hope. Hope can be explained as being able to see the light, despite all the darkness.
Yesterday we provided a warm meal to residents of the communities of Salt River, Grassy Park, Highlands, Vrygrond, Khayelitsha, Lavender Hill, Parkwood, Egoli and Retreat feeding approximately 3,200 people. After going into these communities, it is important to reflect on how fortunate we are and be grateful by giving back to our communities where people are less fortunate.
With the energy crisis looming, it is important that we continue to assist the less fortunate in our communities. Your contribution towards our feeding initiatives will assist us to further provide food to those in need during the upcoming winter months. We urge you to support in cash or kind and we would like to thank all the sponsors, the team and volunteers for all your support, together we able to achieve more.
See below pictures of the initiative.
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