With the festive season fast approaching, the Vat Verniet Tafel is intensifying its efforts to create special moments for families in need. The current focus is on assembling comprehensive food hampers for parents and individual joy packages for children. The team emphasises that continued community support is crucial to making this day truly special. Immediate Needs: Items for Family Hampers The organisation is specifically calling for donations of essential goods to fill th

The Go-To Guy Potchefstroom’s StroomCares initiative, dedicated to being "Potchefstroom's Giving Stream," today highlights a local family facing an urgent race against the clock. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations After a relentless year of unforeseen crises, this family of six finds themselves in a desperate situation, needing immediate community support to secure a roof over their heads and vital transport in less than ten days. Their story is a powerful reminder of why, in Po

Hope starts with action, and in Potchefstroom, that action begins with us. ACDC Express has joined forces with #WomenForChange  to support women and children affected by Gender-Based Violence. As the year draws to a close, this is your last chance  to contribute to a cause that brings real comfort, dignity, and safety to those who need it most. Why This Matters Gender-Based Violence remains one of the most urgent crises in South Africa. Many women and children who escape abus

Life has a way of changing in an instant. One moment everything is normal, the next, your world is turned upside down. For Morné Greeff , a beloved friend, father, and community member, that moment came all too suddenly when he suffered a severe stroke . In a single heartbeat, everything shifted. Now, Morné faces an incredibly challenging road to recovery, one that requires both courage and community. Image (Back-a-Buddy): Morné Greeff A Fighter’s Spirit Despite the odds, Mor

As the festive season approaches, community organisations in Potchefstroom are once again preparing to uplift those who need it most. One of the most meaningful initiatives from past projects has been free haircut sessions offered to individuals who cannot always afford basic grooming services. These small acts of kindness have proven to bring not only fresh looks, but also dignity, confidence, and a sense of belonging. With the next Vat Verniet Tafel day planned for 20 Decem

In true Potchefstroom spirit, where community and compassion always come first, StroomCares  invites all local businesses and residents to join hands (and dancing shoes!) for a special fundraising evening , “Dans vir W.J.” Image : Provided This heartfelt event is being held in support of W.J. Immelman, a devoted father of three and a respected member of our community, who is bravely fighting bone marrow cancer. The evening promises not only great fun but also a chance to make

Daar is ’n gesin in ons gemeenskap wat tans deur ’n baie moeilike tyd gaan. ’n Ma en pa met hul 17-maande-oue baba probeer elke dag om kop bo water te hou, maar hulle beleef swaar tye. Soos baie ander in ons dorp, het die ekonomiese druk en alledaagse uitgawes eenvoudig te veel geraak. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Hulle probeer met alles in hul vermoë om te oorleef en vir hul kind te sorg. Die ma bly tuis om na die baba te kyk, terwyl die pa help waar hy kan. Ten spyte van

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, the

A heartfelt community initiative is underway to spread kindness and creativity this festive season. A local resident is collecting plain children’s T-shirts  to decorate with unique, hand-drawn designs, all in support of Vat Verniet Tafel , a community project that provides clothing and essentials to families in need. A Creative Way to Give Back: Each T-shirt is transformed into a one-of-a-kind piece, featuring colorful hand-drawn images such as the Statue of Liberty, eagles,

Every December, Potchefstroom’s community spirit shines brighter than any festive light, and this year, StroomCares  is once again proving that kindness never goes out of season. The Christmas Project 2025 invites locals to come together and share in the true meaning of giving: spreading warmth, joy, and hope to families and patients who need it most. A Heartfelt Tradition of Giving On 24 December 2025, the StroomCares team will visit families in Wards 4, 5, and 15, as well a

As November unfolds, the Orkney & Klerksdorp Animal Shelter  invites the community to take part in a simple yet impactful act of kindness, enjoying a cup of coffee that truly makes a difference. Through the Rescue Roast initiative , every bag of coffee purchased contributes directly to improving the lives of rescued animals who rely on the shelter’s care and support. This partnership transforms a daily routine into a gesture of hope. Each brew of Rescue Roast  helps provide f

The Build-A-Life Foundation  is calling on the Carletonville community to come together in the spirit of giving through its 2nd Annual Christmas Lunch for the Homeless . The initiative aims to provide warm meals, clothing, and essential items  to those in need, ensuring that everyone experiences the love and warmth of the festive season. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations 🧡 Call for Donations Help bring joy to our community’s homeless this Christmas! You can make a difference by

The festive season is a time for giving, joy, and community, and this December, a group of caring residents are bringing that spirit to life in Dominionville with a Christmas Party for around 55 children. Image : The Go-To Guy Creations The event will take place on 6 December 2025, and it’s all about giving every child a day to remember - filled with laughter, love, and the simple pleasures that make childhood magical. How You Can Help The organisers are calling on the Potche

Die Potchefstroom-gemeenskap word uitgenooi om hierdie komende naweek deel te wees van AfriForum se plaaslike skoonmaakprojek, wat deel vorm van hul landwye #OnsDorpSkoon -veldtog. Die inisiatief, wat fokus op gemeenskapsbetrokkenheid en omgewingsorg, vind plaas op Saterdag, 25 Oktober 2025 , vanaf 07:30  by die hoek van Aarbeilaan en Govan Mbekistraat . Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Die eerste gedeelte van die projek sal fokus op hierdie buurt, waarna vrywilligers verder sa

A Season of Giving Returns to the Heart of the Community The festive spirit is once again set to shine bright across Carletonville and Fochville as Gladiator Community Protection  launches its annual Christmas Drive , an initiative dedicated to spreading joy, compassion, and hope during the holiday season. Each year, this heartwarming project brings together local residents, schools, and businesses to support those in need, from vulnerable children to the elderly and disabled

This Festive Season, the SPCA Carletonville and District  is calling on the community to share the spirit of giving - not just with people, but with the animals who need it most. Their brand-new initiative, the “Santa Paws Box” project , invites residents to spread kindness and comfort to shelter animals through personalised gift boxes. Inspired by the well-loved “shoebox” donation concept, this campaign aims to ensure that every animal at the shelter feels cared for and cher

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