A REMINDER TO ALL PET OWNERS

Writer: Lana Coates, Stanford Rotary

Can you imagine having to go to school with old, broken shoes that are too small for your feet? Or that you have to wear socks and sandals because you don’t have proper school shoes to wear? Sadly, this is the predicament that many of our school children here in Stanford are facing on a daily basis. Added to this is the fact that many of these children are teased as a result of not having the correct shoes, and as a result don’t even want to go to school.

To encourage them to stay in school, and so that they don’t have to feel embarrassed or ashamed, we are appealing to the community to assist us in providing these children with new shoes.

The cost of a pair of shoes is between R160 and R180, depending on the size.

Donations can be made out to:

Rotary Club of Stanford

First National Bank, Hermanus

Account No: 62355979695

Branch Code: 250655

Ref: Your Name & Shoes

Thank you! Your contribution will put a smile on the face of a child and give him/her the much-needed confidence boost.

With rising temperatures, it’s vital that all pets have access to clean and fresh water. Maintaining proper hydration is extremely important to an animal’s health. Like humans, pets can suffer from dehydration, a painful and often deadly condition that can easily be prevented.

Thank you for caring!