Lizl Pistorius and Monica Le Roux are taking on a 6-day journey to raise funds and awareness for organ donation non-profit Transplant Education for Living Legacies.
Johannesburg, South Africa (11 July 2023) – Step by step, Lizl Pistorius and Monica Le Roux are embarking on a transformative journey for a cause close to their hearts. From the serene Hartebeespoort, Jasmyn Farmers Market to the esteemed Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre, they will walk with purpose and determination.
This incredible feat is not only a personal challenge for Lizl and Monica but also a meaningful endeavour to raise funds and awareness for Transplant Education for Living Legacies (TELL), an inspiring Non-Profit and Public Benefit Organisation dedicated to promoting organ and tissue donation. Lizl will also be doing presentations at various schools and hospitals enroot to share her story, and explain the importance of living donations, how to become an organ donor, and why blood donations are needed.
TELL’s mission is to educate and inform individuals about the life-saving potential of organ and tissue donation. By shedding light on this critical issue, TELL strives to create a society where every person understands the significance of becoming a living legacy through the gift of donation. They work tirelessly to break down barriers, dispel myths, and provide support to those affected by organ and tissue transplantation.
Lizl and Monica’s commitment to this cause is unwavering, as Lizl is a living kidney donor and Monica lost her husband due to kidney failure. Having personally experienced the profound impact of organ donation, Lizl carries the torch of hope and compassion, inspiring others to join her in this noble journey. By undertaking this challenging walk, Lizl and Monica aim to raise vital funds that will directly contribute to TELL’s efforts in achieving its goals.
This six-day expedition will commence on Tuesday, 18th July 2023, and culminate on Sunday, 23rd July 2023. Each step taken by Lizl and Monica will not only bring them closer to the finish line but will also serve as a reminder of the countless lives that can be saved through organ and tissue donation. It is an opportunity for the community to rally together in support of this cause and make a lasting impact.
TELL invites you to join Lizl and Monica on this extraordinary odyssey as they walk for change. By participating or donating, you can make a difference and help TELL create a future where the gift of life is celebrated and cherished. Together, let us stride forward, hand in hand, as we raise funds and awareness for Transplant Education for Living Legacies. Every contribution matters, and every step counts.
TELL is helping Lizl and Monica acheive thier goal by ralliying donors to support the fundraising goal. Funds raised will be used by TELL to further raise awareness for organ donation in South Africa
Donations can be made via EFT towards TELL directly or using one of their other online funding options.
Bank details
Name: Transplant Education for Living Legacies NPO
Bank: First National Bank (FNB)
Account type: Cheque
Account no: 62818725775
Branch code: 250655
Swift code: FIRNZAJJ
Or via one of the following
- Payfast – https://www.payfast.co.za/donate/go/transplanteducationforlivinglegacies
- GivenGain – https://www.givengain.com/cc/walk-for-organ-and-tissue-donation/
- Yoco –https://pay.yoco.com/transplant-education-for-living-legacies
Please do not hesitate to contact TELL for more information.
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