TVETCGC Champions Orphan Care with Fundraising Golf Day

On the lush fairways of Irene Country Club in Centurion, an assembly of golfers not only showcased their love for the sport but also their compassion for the vulnerable. In an effort spearheaded by the Technical and Vocational Educational Training Colleges Governors’ Council (TVETCGC), a charity golf day was held in a bid to turn the tide for the destitute children residing at the Keiskammahoek Child and Youth Care Centre in the Eastern Cape.

In a remarkable push to give back, the charity golf day took place on 1 December 2023, and saw the convergence of well-meaning individuals all aligned with a singular cause—uplifting over 60 children who, absent of parents, are reliant on public grants and the kindness of strangers for their sustenance and growth.

The centre provides more than just basic needs; it is steadfast in delivering care and educational assistance, which are foundational pillars for any child's development. At the heart of these efforts, TVETCGC President, Sthembiso Khanyile, spoke passionately about the objectives of the fundraiser, which go beyond momentary assistance. The ultimate signifier of success for their endeavor is the construction of a bespoke facility for the organisation, specially designed for the empowerment and betterment of these children's lives.

Organisers like Khanyile regard these philanthropic ventures not just as charity but as investments into the future. Each stroke on the green, each confirmation of attendance, and the collective monetary contributions are seen as stepping stones towards a conducive upbringing and educational environment for the children. Mbasa Metuse of Itsamaya Holdings amplified this sentiment by underscoring the developmental aspect of the initiative. The children at Keiskammahoek are perceived not merely as beneficiaries but as potential trailblazers who are afforded the chance to fulfill their dreams and, in turn, contribute to the broader tapestry of society.

The charity golf day was thus more than a one-off event; it was purposed to leave an indelible mark on the participants and the beneficiaries alike. It sent out a rallying cry that beckons the greater community to take a stance, to partake in this communal upbringing, and to fundamentally alter the trajectory of young lives marred by circumstance.

Through the unison of sporting fervor and a clear vision for social upliftment, the Keiskammahoek Child and Youth Care Centre is poised to experience a transformative shift. As Sthembiso Khanyile and his peers look to the horizon, a new horizon also looms for the children—a horizon where opportunity, nurturing, and ambition intersect to forge a path to a promising future.