Heartwarming Collaboration: Round Table Pretoria 136 and Pick n Pay Linton Corner Deliver R12,000 Food Boost to Unchain Our Children

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Oct 9
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In a shining example of community spirit, Round Table Pretoria136 and Pick n Pay Linton Corner in Pretoria joined forces for a vibrant food drive, rallying generous donations from the public and businesses alike. The result? A substantial R12,000 worth of non-perishable essentials—canned goods, grains, and staples—that will nourish vulnerable families and children across the region.

The handover ceremony was a moment of pure inspiration, highlighting the leadership and unwavering commitment from both organizations. Round Table Pretoria 136's dynamic team, known for their proactive service projects, partnered seamlessly with Pick n Pay Linton Corner's management, whose retail expertise amplified the drive's reach. Their combined efforts not only filled collection bins to overflowing but also sparked conversations about corporate responsibility in tackling food insecurity.

Wayne van Onselen, Founder and Executive Director of Unchain Our Children (UOC), received the donation with heartfelt gratitude, personally thanking Round Table Pretoria 136's Rob and Linton Corner Pick n Pay's Alex for their pivotal roles.

"This isn't just food—it's hope on shelves, security in stomachs, and a lifeline for those we've pledged to protect," van Onselen said. He issued a passionate call to action: "To other corporates watching: Step up, follow this lead, and let's build a Pretoria where no child goes hungry."

Unchain Our Children's Tireless Fight: Frequent Donations Fueling Safety and Sustenance

Unchain Our Children, a Pretoria-based non-profit dedicated to combating child abuse, human trafficking, and gender-based violence, has long extended its mission beyond rescue and recovery to address the root causes of vulnerability—like hunger and instability. Through active, year-round fundraising and community partnerships, UOC channels donations directly to frontline initiatives, ensuring swift, impactful support for places of safety and essential feeding programs.

A cornerstone of these efforts is their frequent collaboration with places of safety—secure shelters for abused, abandoned, or at-risk children. These facilities provide trauma-informed care, counselling, and rehabilitation, but they rely heavily on consistent food supplies to maintain operations. UOC's continuous support delivers non-perishables to keep pantries stocked, allowing caregivers to focus on healing rather than hunger. In the past year alone, UOC has facilitated over a dozen such handovers, partnering with local businesses to rescue surplus goods and amplify corporate giving.

Equally vital is UOC's support for the Geseende Hande soup kitchen in Pretoria, a bustling hub that serves thousands of hot, nutritious meals weekly to homeless individuals, low-income families, and street-connected youth. Geseende Hande isn't just a kitchen—it's a beacon of dignity, offering not only food but also emotional support to rebuild lives. UOC’s unwavering support ensures Geseende Hande operates optimally, turning potential crises into stories of resilience.

By weaving together corporate generosity, public goodwill, and strategic distribution, initiatives like this food drive underscore UOC's holistic approach: Protect the children today, empower communities tomorrow. For those inspired to join, visit unchainourchildren.org.za to donate or volunteer—every contribution counts in unchaining futures.

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Read the Round Table Pretoria 136 Facebook posting: https://www.facebook.com/RoundTablePretoria136/posts/pfbid0njA2p28Yy2ig63SbgwDEDesCW4z1LPmEeQpLn9z9sgyJeS7Mg49bjQdvUtvENH1gl

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