The Zen of giving back
The unprecedented humanitarian and economic crises of COVID-19 have plunged millions of people into despair , unemployment and poverty . Never before have the social injustices rooted deep in our societies been laid so bare for so many . If you would like to make a difference , here are some of the worthiest causes to which you can donate for those worst affected by the pandemic :
Gift of the Givers has been providing disaster relief since 1992 . They have set up a campaign with Vula Mobile to help medical workers identify areas that need the most support . Make a financial donation , which will help buy equipment and medical supplies for care facilities in South Africa – including PPE , ventilation and intubation equipment . Donate here .
CoronaCare for South Africa is a “ match-making platform ” that started in March 2020 specifically to connect people with organisations on the ground supporting those in need during the pandemic . You can make a financial contribution here or contact them directly at donate @ coronacare . live to make a donation of bulk goods such as food and other necessities .
Feed SA runs programmes to feed , educate and help develop underprivileged communities . They ’ ve been at it since 2000 and you can check out their targeted COVID-19 Action Plan and make a direct financial donation here .
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