WANTED: Christmas Angels

 

Imagine being the one who brings a little of the joy, warmth and wonder of the season to a vulnerable, abandoned or orphaned child at our Home.

How amazing it would feel to spread that kind of love and cheer!

And all it takes to bring the magic of Christmas to a child like Jay, is a small donation.

You’d find it difficult to believe this little boy comes from such a harsh, loveless background. Under our care, he’s thriving. Bright as a button, polite and well adjusted, he’s doing well at school and has lots of friends.

But – he doesn’t have a family.

No one knows where his mother is – or even if she’s still alive. And sadly, his grandmother shows no interest in him.

So, this little boy will spend the Christmas holidays here at the Home. One of [number] children who have nowhere else to go. You can imagine how it hurts to see the other kids packing their bags and chatting excitedly about going home for the holidays.

But, it’s not quite as bad when you have your own Christmas Angel
ready to bring all the excitement of gifts and special treats!

Be that Christmas Angel!

Your R300 donation puts a brightly wrapped gift under the tree for a child to open on Christmas morning. If you can give R650, you’ll provide not only a gift, but a special meal and party as well – with paper hats, Christmas crackers and sweets.

R170 pays for a child to go to the movies during the holidays, including popcorn and a cool drink … Or it could provide transport to the beach and a yummy ice-cream cone. Even something as ordinary as a pair of school shoes would be greeted with great excitement.

Christmas angel

Whatever your heart tells you to give provides more than just exciting gifts and treats.

It sends a powerful message to a child like Jay: You are valued. You are loved. You are worthy. All the things that quietly build self-confidence and belief that the world can be a good place.

So please, can we count on you now to be a Christmas Angel for a child who has no family of their own?

You’ll not only bring the magic of Christmas into our Home, your own heart will be filled with the joy of giving.

May the Christmas star shine down brightly on you and your loved ones … reflecting all the joy and love and laughter you give to others.

 

P.S. Looking for a meaningful gift for a friend or family member who ‘has everything’? Why not consider making a donation in their name in lieu of a gift? Give them the joy of helping a child in need. Simply select ‘yes’ under ‘gifts in lieu’ on the form, fill in the recipient’s details, and we’ll send them an email ‘card’ to let them know of your thoughtful gesture.

 

Christmas Angel

Grateful thanks to our corporate Christmas Angels – your generous support brings so much joy into our Home

Durban Child & Youth Care Centre

children deserve to be safe & happy

In a perfect world, every child would grow up in a loving home – with enough food, clothing and opportunities to play and learn.

But it’s not a perfect world.

The Durban Child & Youth Care Centre strives to give children who’ve been orphaned, abandoned, neglected or abused, another chance of a happy childhood. We provide a safe home, all the daily necessities, education and encouragement to help them develop into healthy, well-adjusted kids.

Wherever possible, we work with the family to enable children to return home. Because every child needs a place to belong.

WATCH OUR VIDEO TO FIND OUT MORE

SOUTH AFRICA’S CHILDREN ARE HURTING

In mid 2018, South Africa was home to 19.7 million children under the age of 18
Of these:

million orphans

million dependent on grants

thousand live in
child only households

%

live below
the poverty line

HOW WE HELP

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUR PROGRAMMES

RESIDENTIAL CARE

OUR PROGRAMMES

RESIDENTIAL CARE

Up to 60 boys and girls, between the ages of 2-18, live in three units. They attend local schools and receive counseling, remedial teaching, therapy and other activities designed to encourage them to develop skills, talents and confidence.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUR PROGRAMMES

AMAQHAWE CENTRE

OUR PROGRAMMES

AMAQHAWE CENTRE

This is a home for 14 children suffering from chronic life threatening illnesses (mainly HIV) and disabilities. We focus on their emotional, spiritual and medical care. Wherever possible, families are encouraged to be involved.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUR PROGRAMMES

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

OUR PROGRAMMES

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Professional support to other child & youth care centres, the National Association of Child Care Workers, Regional Youth Forum, etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUR PROGRAMMES

RESIDENTIAL CARE

OUR PROGRAMMES

RESIDENTIAL CARE

Up to 60 boys and girls, between the ages of 2-18, live in three units. They attend local schools and receive counseling, remedial teaching, therapy and other activities designed to encourage them to develop skills, talents and confidence.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUR PROGRAMMES

AMAQHAWE CENTRE

OUR PROGRAMMES

AMAQHAWE CENTRE

This is a home for 14 children suffering from chronic life threatening illnesses (mainly HIV) and disabilities. We focus on their emotional, spiritual and medical care. Wherever possible, families are encouraged to be involved.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUR PROGRAMMES

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

OUR PROGRAMMES

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Professional support to other child & youth care centres, the National Association of Child Care Workers, Regional Youth Forum, etc.

 

Play your part

Although we receive a government subsidy for each child, this is nowhere near the real cost of caring.
Your donation helps provide food, shelter, education, medical care and the therapeutic programmes
these children need to overcome their unhappy past and develop into confident, happy young people.

 

Make a donation

OTHER WAYS TO HELP

Gifts in Kind

We appreciate donations of non-perishable food items, clothing and toiletries. Please contact us for a list of our most pressing needs.

Get a MySchool Card

Choose the Durban Child & Youth Care Centre as the beneficiary of your MySchool card and help raise funds every time you swipe the card.

Volunteer

Helping with homework, mentoring older children and sewing clothes are just some of the ways you can make a difference.

Maintenance

Provide a regular monthly service like removal of garden refuse, or general maintenance like replacing light bulbs and tap washers.

Fundraise for us

Run a marathon and ask your friends to sponsor you … or ask for donations to DCYCC in lieu of birthday or Christmas gifts.

Set up a monthly payment

Even small donations – made regularly every month by debit order or recurring EFT – add up to a whole lot of help.

Leave a bequest

One sentence in your will could make a lasting impact on a child’s life – and costs you nothing right now!

Sponsor a child

Sponsor a child

Contribute towards the cost of caring for one child, with a regular monthly donation towards food, clothing, education and medical bills.

What’s happening at our Home

Buckets of Love food hamper campaign

Buckets of Love food hamper campaign

Being able to go ‘home for the Holidays’ is something most of our children long for … and what we promote through our family reunification programme.

But many of these children come from underprivileged homes where the next meal isn’t always guaranteed.

Message from the Director – the power of generosity

Message from the Director – the power of generosity

As we enter the last quarter of this year, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the power of generosity, and the lasting impact it has on the lives of the children and youth in our care. Creating a safe, nurturing, and stable environment for our children and...

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Durban Child & Youth Care Centre
222 Lena Ahrens Road (entrance in Kildare Ave)
Glenwood, Durban 4001, South Africa

Tel 031 201 1301 | Email: info@dch.org.za

WHO WE ARE

The Durban Child & Youth Care Centre is a registered NPO (NPO number: 002-363), which is registered with the Department of Social Development.

We provide a safe and nurturing home for children who have been orphaned, abused or neglected, as well as those suffering from chronic life threatening illnesses or disability.

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