Spreading Joy and Restoring Dignity Through Service

Karen Scheepers
2 hours ago
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This festive season, Rotaract Klerksdorp is once again proving that true community impact starts with compassion in action. As part of their ongoing commitment to uplift local communities, the club has launched two heartfelt projects, each one reflecting the essence of their mission: to serve, empower, and inspire. From giving children in Dominionville a Christmas to remember, to helping adults with disabilities find renewed comfort and dignity at the Daphne Lee Centre, these initiatives are more than just projects, they are expressions of hope and humanity in motion.

🎄 A Magical Christmas in Dominionville

Every child deserves to experience the wonder of Christmas, the excitement of unwrapping a gift, the joy of laughter-filled games, and the warmth of feeling loved. For many children in Dominionville, those simple joys are often out of reach. But thanks to the Rotaract Club of Klerksdorp, that is changing this December.

On 6 December 2025, the club, together with caring community members and local sponsors, will host a Christmas Party for 55 children in Dominionville. The goal is simple yet profound, to make each child’s day special, filled with fun, food, and friendship. With a jumping castle and slide already arranged, the team has ensured that the event will be brimming with laughter and excitement.

However, what truly makes this initiative special is its focus on personal touches, each child will receive a small Christmas gift pack, filled with love and thoughtful essentials such as:

Stationery and school bags
Clothing and sanitary items
Snacks, sweets, and hotdogs
Cooldrinks and small toys

Rotaract believes that small gestures can spark lifelong memories. Through this celebration, they aim not just to hand out gifts, but to restore a sense of childhood joy and community belonging.

How You Can Help

This initiative thrives on generosity, and every bit of support matters. Here’s how you can get involved:

Sponsor a child or donate any of the listed items.
Provide food or drinks for the celebration.
Spread the word: share this campaign to inspire others to give.

📍 Drop-off Points:

DSIGN Studio – 85 Buffelsdoorn Rd, Wilkoppies, Klerksdorp
Ronmar – 73 Platan Ave, Flamwood, Klerksdorp

📞 To donate or sponsor: Contact Morné at 076 538 4687

This Christmas, a simple act, donating a toy, packing a gift, or sharing this message, can bring joy to a child who needs it most. Together, we can ensure that every child in Dominionville feels the true magic of the season.

🏠 A Room Full of Dignity: Transforming Lives at Daphne Lee Centre

While one project brings festive cheer, another aims to bring lasting dignity. The Daphne Lee Centre for Adults with Disabilities has long been a place of refuge, care, and comfort for individuals who are physically or mentally challenged. For over four decades, it has provided a homely environment that nurtures independence, social connection, and emotional well-being.

However, time takes its toll, and many of the residents’ rooms no longer reflect the warmth and dignity they deserve. Recognising this need, Rotaract Klerksdorp and community partners launched the “A Room Full of Dignity” renovation campaign.

So far, all nine female residents’ rooms have been beautifully renovated, each transformed into a cozy and uplifting space. Now, the focus shifts to completing the five remaining male residents’ rooms, ensuring every individual has a place that feels like home.

Why It Matters

For the residents, these rooms are not just spaces, they are sanctuaries. A freshly painted wall, soft bedding, and thoughtful décor can drastically improve their quality of life and sense of self-worth. Beyond aesthetics, the upgrades help create a cleaner, safer, and more positive environment that supports mental and physical health.

How You Can Contribute

The renovation project depends on the kindness of the community. Whether through donations or hands-on support, every contribution brings the centre closer to its goal.

🎨 Donate Items:

Paint (light grey, white undercoat, PVA white)
Single mattresses, bedding, and curtains
Mirrors, décor, tables, and chairs

🏡 Sponsor a Room:

Fully fund a complete makeover, including furniture, décor, and wall finishes.

📍 Drop-off Points:

DSIGN Studio: 85 Buffelsdoorn Rd, Wilkoppies, Klerksdorp
Ronmar: 73 Platan Ave, Flamwood, Klerksdorp
Daphne Lee Centre: 10 Irene Street, Irene Park, Klerksdorp

📞 Contact Information:

Daphne Lee Centre: 018 462 4366 / admin@daphneleecentre.co.za
Rotaract Klerksdorp: Ansja – 072 906 2520 / rotaract@rotaryklerksdorp.co.za
DSIGN Studio: Dylan – 072 718 6485
Ronmar: 018 468 1111

Through collective effort, the community can transform not only rooms but lives, bringing light, dignity, and joy to residents who deserve the very best.

💛 A Season of Giving, A Legacy of Hope

Both projects, Dominionville’s Community Christmas Party and Daphne Lee Centre’s Room Renovation, embody the Rotaract spirit of service above self. They are reminders that change doesn’t always come in grand gestures; sometimes, it starts with a paintbrush, a toy, or a single act of generosity.

In a world often clouded by challenges, these initiatives show that compassion still shines bright in Klerksdorp.

Whether you give your time, resources, or skills, your contribution becomes part of something greater, a movement of empathy that strengthens the heart of the community.

This December, let’s come together to spread joy, restore dignity, and celebrate humanity.

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