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Photo Credit: Santa Shoebox Project

Give a Christmas miracle this year by helping the Santa Shoebox Project touch the lives of 75,000 children. By supporting the initiative, you are not only spreading Christmas cheer but also making a great difference in the lives of those who often rely on the project for basic necessities.

 

South Africa (24 October 2024) – Year after year, come rain or shine, the national Santa Shoebox Project goes out of its way to spread the magical spirit of Christmas to thousands of children who wouldn’t otherwise experience it without its unwavering efforts.

With hopes to meet their goal of 75,000 boxes to bring smiles to impoverished children, the Santa Shoebox Project has launched a festive crowdfunding campaign on BackaBuddy for their 2024 initiative, themed A Step Towards Brighter Tomorrows.

While the campaign’s financial target is R45,000, the project still needs to collect and deliver 10,000 shoeboxes to reach its overall goal.

This year’s campaign highlights the crucial role that quality educational and psycho-social resources play in shaping the futures of South African children.

With almost 65,000 shoeboxes already pledged, the project is now in its final stretch to ensure all 75,000 boxes are filled with essentials and delivered to children in need.

Donations can be made at any time; however, there are specific drop-off deadlines for Traditional Shoeboxes at over 50 locations nationwide.

For those who are unable to shop for or drop off a Traditional Shoebox, the Virtual Santa Shoebox provides a convenient alternative.

Why Choose a Virtual Santa Shoebox?

A Virtual Santa Shoebox costs R450, allowing donors—even those overseas—to make a lasting difference in a child’s life from the comfort of their own home.

The Virtual Santa Shoebox initiative specifically supports impoverished children living in rural areas, far from cities and towns.

These children rely on the project for basic necessities, treats, a new outfit for Christmas Day, and school supplies for the year ahead.

Volunteers meticulously assemble each shoebox, making sure that every item—be it hygiene products, clothing, or educational supplies—caters to the specific needs of children facing difficult situations.

This option is ideal for supporters who may not have the time or means to pack and drop off a Traditional Shoebox. It offers an easy way for donors, wherever they are, to provide meaningful support to a child in need.

To donate and support the BackaBuddy campaign, visit: https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/a-step-towards-brighter-tomorrows

Joy Delivered in a Box!

The joy and gratitude expressed by children like Aviwe, a 10-year-old recipient in the Western Cape, is a powerful reminder of the impact that even the smallest gesture of kindness can have.

By supporting the Santa Shoebox Project, you are not only spreading Christmas cheer but also investing in the future of South Africa’s most vulnerable children.

Aviwe’s excitement over receiving basics like a toothbrush, soap and other goodies is a powerful reminder of how something we take for granted can mean the world to someone else.

Watch the video below:


Sources: BackaBuddy
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