Celebration at Coronation Park

Food parcels are needed daily

Mark van der Walt and his team of dedicated volunteers continue to work with the disadvantaged and children in need in Coronation Park, South Africa. 
On the 8th of December, they hosted a Christmas party for all the residents of Coronation Park.

A big marquee was set up, and everybody was treated to music. 
People were singing, while fires were being lit for a barbecue later on. 
Every child received a number of gifts.
 Some of the children were excited to be able to invite friends to spend the day with them, and join in the festivities.

While the children received their gifts, Mark and his team offloaded food parcels, clothing and blankets - all desperately needed by the impoverished residents of the area.

To the great delight of the children, Father Christmas arrived on a fire engine. 
After enjoying his visit, the children spent the rest of the day singing, listening to music and jumping on the jumping castle.

It is wonderful that the children and people in the area had a day out of the difficulties that face them on a daily basis. 
Unemployment, poverty and hunger continue to make life a continual struggle for survival. 
Yet this day was an oasis - an oasis which would not have been possible without the vision and dedication of the team from Marike de Klerk Children Fund.

Mark and his team continue to assist those in need in many areas.
Funding coming into the MDK is at an all time low, and members are struggling to make ends meet.
The team no longer have a Charity car, and lack many of the needs which would make the work of the Charity easier.
In the spirit of Lumiere, is there anything you can do to help?
If so, please email 
lumierecharity@yahoo.co.uk

Helping the children

Food parcels are given regularly