With the implementation of the national lockdown to flatten the curve of the COVID19 pandemic, many families have been left destitute without the means to earn an income and provide for their families.Focusing on Pietermaritzburg and surrounding areas, Porky’s People, has created a campaign on donations based crowdfunding platform, BackaBuddy, to support as many families as possible with food and other essential items during the lockdown.
Honoring social distancing guidelines, funds raised by their campaign will be converted into digital food vouchers that can be redeemed at any local Shoprite supermarket.
The campaign went live on the 19th of April 2010 and has thus far raised a total of R3 848.00 with contributions from 16 donors.
“With our campaign, we will do our best to help as many people as possible on a first-come, first-serve basis. We hope the public will join us in raising funds as we strive to overcome this global pandemic.” – Porky’s co-founder, Theresa Pienaar
The platform also welcomes donations in the form of food parcels, if any individuals or small businesses would like to join their efforts to feed vulnerable families during this time.
With kind donations from Joey’s Breakdown Services, Car Towing PMB and ABC Towing, Porky’s has thus far managed to feed 20 families. Any businesses wanting to get involved, can reach out to Porky’s here: https://form.jotform.com/201083991673561
“During this uncertain and unprecedented time, we need to look to our communities and lend a helping hand where we can. While we are physically apart, we are still connected and have the possibility to create meaningful change. Alone we can’t do much, together we can change the world.” – Porky’s co-founder, Zane Groenewald.
Support Porky’s People in feeding vulnerable families in Pietermaritzburg, by making a donation here: https://www.backabuddy.co.za/feeding-pietermaritzburg
Please note: Funds raised will be administered by BackaBuddy NPC and transferred directly to Shoprite for its intended purpose.
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