The Potchefstroom community came together in a strong show of unity and compassion on Saturday, 25 October 2025, during the latest Vat Verniet Tafel event held at Mooirivier Beskerming.

The outreach initiative once again provided an opportunity for residents in need to receive essential items such as clothing, groceries, and household goods free of charge. Long rows of donated clothing and food supplies filled the area as volunteers assisted visitors in selecting what they required.

The event, coordinated by Mooirivier Beskerming, was supported by several local businesses, organisations, and volunteers. Among the contributors were teams from the Century 21 Potchefstroom Student Hub office, who joined in the community effort to distribute essentials throughout the day.

According to organisers, the initiative aimed to ease the burden on struggling households and strengthen community bonds ahead of the festive season. The event drew a steady turnout of residents, with donations ensuring that every attendee could take home items of value.

🎄 Focus Turns to Children for December Edition

Following the October event, Mooirivier Beskerming announced that preparations are underway for a special Christmas edition of the project, titled the Kinder Vat Verniet Tafel, scheduled for 20 December 2025 at 48 Spruitstraat, Potchefstroom.

The December edition will be dedicated to children, offering a day filled with activities, games, and festive treats. Organisers have invited the community to contribute towards the event through donations of toys, sweets, stationery, and Christmas decorations.

Volunteers are also being encouraged to assist with activities such as face-painting, supervising games, and distributing refreshments. The initiative aims to create a joyful and carefree day for children while providing a moment of relief for parents and caregivers during the holiday period.

Donations can be delivered to Mooirivier Beskerming, 48 Spruitstraat, Potchefstroom, in the weeks leading up to the event.

🤝 Strengthening Community Spirit

The Vat Verniet Tafel continues to serve as one of Potchefstroom’s key community outreach initiatives, bringing together local residents, organisations, and volunteers under a shared commitment to upliftment.

Through these collaborative efforts, hundreds of individuals benefit from practical support, demonstrating how community partnerships remain central to addressing social needs across the region.

All image credit: Vat Verniet Tafel

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