Capricorn Group’s Big 5 Christmas drive

STAFF REPORTER On Friday, 4 December, Capricorn Group stayed true to its brand promise of being connectors of positive change with their Christmas drive initiative, aimed at helping vulnerable communities have a memorable Christmas this year. Employees donned their change-maker mantle to bless those in need. They embarked on a countrywide Capricorn Group initiative called ‘The Big 5 Christmas Drive’, with a focus on five projects throughout the country, giving gifts to some of the most vulnerable communities through established programmes. Before the event, Capricorn Group employees purchased and donated gifts suitable for a project in their vicinity to make the recipient’s festive season one of joy and gratification. The various projects identified by Imago Dei cater to young and old, and included:Kuisebmond Old Age Home, Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay: This facility provides a home to 33 senior citizens in Walvis Bay. The nursing home enables elderly people to live in a homely environment while taking care of themselves.New Harvest Time for Christ Mission Church and Soup Kitchen, Klein Aub: The soup kitchen was started from within the church after seeing a serious need to address the issue of hunger amongst orphans and vulnerable children. This project provides warm, nutritious meals to about 100 children between the ages of two and 16 in the Klein Aub community.Sofia’s Soup Kitchen and Day Care, Otjomuise, 7de Laan, Windhoek: The soup kitchen supports 150 children between the ages of two and 18 years in the 7de Laan community by providing them with a daily nutritious meal.Acacia Children’s Trust, Soweto, Windhoek: This project supports 150 orphans and vulnerable children in Katutura between the ages of six and 18 by providing them with a meal every day and a safe place to do their homework after school. Emmanuel Congregation Sunday School Ministry, Safari Community, Rundu: Every Sunday afternoon, about 120 children between the ages of five to 14 join this children’s club. The programme managers ensure exposure to the gospel and engagement with the children to build a strong identity within them.“Capricorn Group remains committed to being connectors of positive change, and we are grateful for our open-hearted employees who, in their role as change-makers, are always willing to give and spread happiness,” Marlize Horn, the executive officer of brand and corporate affairs, said.

Capricorn Group’s Big 5 Christmas drive

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