The Community Chest has extended it's thanks to the public who supported their intersection collection on Friday, 30th June. Community Chest volunteers, Caltex Eastern Cape PE team together with volunteers from Atlas Security and members from Round Table PE West 142 bravely bore the cold during the chilly morning hours from 06:00 – 08:00 at the following intersections: William Moffett/Cape Road, M4/Walmer Boulevard and Stanford Road/Aubrey Street. “Every year I’m touched to see how united … [Read more...] about Thanks Port Elizabeth
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Community Chest Winter Woolly Drive
What used to be Winter Woolly Week has evolved into a drive. Community Chest together with Caltex Eastern Cape Marketers are hosting its annual Winter Woolly Drive during the month of June. “This campaign is our biggest fundraising project and plays a vital role in our needy community. By supporting the Winter Woolly Drive you share some warmth with those less fortunate each winter” says Community Chest EC PRO, Colette Theron. “We would like to encourage the people throughout the Eastern … [Read more...] about Community Chest Winter Woolly Drive
Help restore hope and bring warmth
"There are so many people that depend on the city's generosity. The Winter Woolly Week restore hope and bring warmth during the winter months", says CEO of Community Chest EC, Beulah Lumkwana. "It's the little things we do that can make a huge difference in people's lives," said CECM CEO Clive Berlyn. "We are pleased to be in a position to add a smile to a young kid or bring warmth and sustenance to the many less fortunate people in the Eastern Cape" "The CECM philosophy is to add value … [Read more...] about Help restore hope and bring warmth
Help for the needy during cold winter months
With Winter stretching out its icy grip over the Eastern Cape, the Community Chest today launched its annual Winter Woolly Week. The aim of Winter Woolly Week is to assist people in disadvantaged communities in the province who are adversely affected during the cold winter months. The project was started by Community Chest in 1995 after discovering the huge need for warm clothing, blankets and food. For the past five years General Motors South Africa (GMSA) has been a proud partner in … [Read more...] about Help for the needy during cold winter months
Tiny traditional dancers brighten launch
It is commonplace for celebrations to feature children, and leading industrial gas company Air Products South Africa strengthened its relationship with Community Chest in Port Elizabeth by hosting 20 children at its recent launch. The learners from Seyisi Primary School in Kwazakhele greeted stakeholders attending the unveiling of Air Products South Africa's R300-million air separation unit (ASU) in the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ) with traditional songs and dances. As part of … [Read more...] about Tiny traditional dancers brighten launch
3 local schools to benefit from generous donation
Three schools: Mngcunube Primary School in KwaNobuhle, Nomathamsanqa Primary School in Despatch and Seyisi Primary School in Kwazakhele, require various essential assets - which include desks, chairs, carpets, sick beds, and kitchen utensils - to better the learners' learning conditions. Air Products Eastern Cape Area Sales Manager, Pierre Fourie, recently handed a cheque for R41 600 over to Community Chest Chief Executive, Beulah Lumkwana, who will ensure the handover to the three schools. … [Read more...] about 3 local schools to benefit from generous donation
Corne Krige Swings for Community Chest
Thousands of vulnerable Nelson Mandela Bay residents will benefit from the R100 000 raised for the Community Chest at the annual SPAR Charity Golf Day held recently. Over 200 participants teed off at the Humewood Golf Club in aid of the event's long standing beneficiary. Among them was celebrity guest of honour and former Springbok rugby captain Corné Krige. He said the windy conditions had not helped his 18-handicap but that he had really enjoyed his first outing at the Port Elizabeth … [Read more...] about Corne Krige Swings for Community Chest
If you gonna charge R400.00 a plate then here are some pointers
On Saturday evening the Longhair and I sauntered along to an evening of dining under the stars compliments of her boss who had booked a table for ten. Now this was an evening dedicated to raising funds for charity with just about everything sponsored from the food to the wine on the table. Dress was formal and the ladies went all out. For the men, formal is so easy - just put on what you wore to the last funeral you attended and you are good to go! The concept is stunning - dining under … [Read more...] about If you gonna charge R400.00 a plate then here are some pointers
These Boots Were Made for Walking
Just where do used safety boots go when they fail to pass the "I dropped my tyre iron on my toe cap and it hurt" stage? Goodyear's factory employees have again donated dozens of used, but still tough, safety shoes to those who may otherwise go barefoot in the Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch areas. The company's stringent health and safety policies dictate that employees who are required to wear safety footwear in the plant receive a new pair every year. Many of the used shoes still … [Read more...] about These Boots Were Made for Walking
