On Saturday morning, 21st February, the Reach for A Dream foundation brought a group of youngsters between the age of 4 and 12, all suffering from heart conditions down to the NSRI Port Elizabeth sea rescue base. They were all given a WaterWise lecture on water safety and then a chance to don all the different types of rescue gear (life-jackets, helmets etc). The NSRI Port Elizabeth duty crew then took them for a ride on the rescue boat as well as on the NSRI Quad bike and NSRI Sea Rescue … [Read more...] about NSRI fulfils Dreams
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Making dreams come true
As part of a longstanding relationship with Volkswagen, Avis has donated a Volkswagen Polo Vivo to Reach For A Dream Foundation. The vehicle will be used to help the foundation fulfil the dreams of children between the ages of 3 and 18 who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. For 26 years the Reach For A Dream Foundation has brought hope and joy to South African children through their seven national projects namely; Queen For A Day, Captain Courage, Jabulani Kingdom, Camp … [Read more...] about Making dreams come true
Port Elizabeth’s Dream Mile
Organisers of The Herald VW Cycle Tour have introduced a brand-new spectator hotspot for the feature race on February 2 and dubbed it the Dream Mile in recognition of beneficiary Reach for a Dream. Road race director Julie Briggs said the aim of the demarcated stretch along Lakeside Road on the outskirts of Port Elizabeth was to create a Tour de France-style atmosphere, with crowds of people lining the route. "We'd like to encourage the public to show their support and experience the great … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth’s Dream Mile
Young ‘Uns are invited to; ‘Show us Your Power!’
Popular energy drink Powerade will once again fuel the family and children's races during The Herald VW Cycle Tour on February 4 and 5. Having been involved with the Eastern Cape's largest family cycle race since the inception of the kiddies' events, Powerade will now also take on the title sponsorship of the family races. Powerade promotions manager Cheryl Price said it was important for Coca-Cola's sports drink to be involved with the tour because it was one of the first high-profile … [Read more...] about Young ‘Uns are invited to; ‘Show us Your Power!’
